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This Rental includes the option for a fully furnished rental (furniture and all utilities included) for a special rate of $4,000.00 per month. This includes: Water Gas Electric Insurance All Furnishings Currently in the Home (perfect fit) (Valid from 12/06/2023 till 12/31/2023) 2 Levels with Fireplace, Open Floor Plan, Back Patio, 4 Blocks to Barracks Row, 2 Blocks to Harris Teeter, Garden, Large Storage Shed, and Fully Furnished Option Available ($4,000/Month and includes all utilities!). This beautiful home is sure to rent quickly so be sure to contact us today for a tour! We are open to shorter lease terms than 1 year for a fully furnished rental. IN CONSIDERATION OF the Landlord leasing certain premises to the Tenant and other valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which consideration is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: Leased Property 1. The Landlord agrees to rent to the Tenant the townhouse, municipally described as 903 12th Street SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20003 (the "Property"), for use as residential premises only. 2. Subject to the provisions of this Lease, apart from the Tenant, no other persons will live in the Property without the prior written permission of the Landlord. 3. No guests of the Tenants may occupy the Property for longer than one week without the prior written consent of the Landlord. 4. The Landlord has not permitted any pets to reside at the property. Pets are not permitted to reside at the property without expressed written consent of the landlord. The minimum penalty for an unauthorized pet will be $1,000.00. Additional cleaning and/or repair of the unit due to a pet tenancy will be charged to the Tenant in addition to the pet fee if the Tenant doesn't leave the unit free of damages, odor, hair or evidence of a pet upon vacating. 5. The Tenant and members of Tenant's household will not smoke anywhere in the Property nor permit any guests or visitors to smoke in the Property. Term 10. The Tenant will be charged an additional amount of 5% of the Rent for any Rent that is received after the latter of the due date and the expiration of any grace period under the Act, if any. Inspections 11. At all reasonable times during the term of this Lease and any renewal of this Lease, the Landlord and its agents may enter the Property to make inspections or repairs, or to show the Property to prospective tenants or purchasers in compliance with the Act. Renewal of Lease 12. Upon giving written notice no later than 60 days before the expiration of the term of this Lease, the Tenant may renew this Lease for an additional term. All terms of the renewed lease will be the same except for this renewal clause. Tenant Improvements 13. The Tenant will obtain written permission from the Landlord before doing any of the following: a. applying adhesive materials, or inserting nails or hooks in walls or ceilings other than two small picture hooks per wall; b. painting, wallpapering, redecorating or in any way significantly altering the appearance of the Property; c. removing or adding walls, or performing any structural alterations; d. installing a waterbed(s); e. changing the amount of heat or power normally used on the Property as well as installing additional electrical wiring or heating units; f. placing or exposing or allowing to be placed or exposed anywhere inside or outside the Property any placard, notice or sign for advertising or any other purpose; or g. affixing to or erecting upon or near the Property any radio or TV antenna or tower. Utilities and Other Charges 14. The Tenant is responsible for the payment of all utilities in relation to the Property. Insurance 15. The Tenant is hereby advised and understands that the personal property of the Tenant is not insured by the Landlord for either damage or loss, and the Landlord assumes no liability for any such loss. 16. The Tenant is not responsible for insuring the Landlord's contents and furnishings in or about the Property for either damage or loss, and the Tenant assumes no liability for any such loss. 17. The Tenant is not responsible for insuring the Property for either damage or loss to the structure, mechanical or improvements to the building of the Property, and the Tenant assumes no liability for any such loss. 18. The Tenant is not responsible for insuring the Property for liability insurance, and the Tenant assumes no liability for any such loss. Attorney Fees 19. In the event that any action is filed in relation to this Lease, the unsuccessful Party in the action will pay to the successful Party, in addition to all the sums that either Party may be called on to pay, a reasonable sum for the successful Party's attorney fees. Governing Law 20. This Lease will be construed in accordance with and exclusively governed by the laws of the District of Columbia. Severability 21. If there is a conflict between any provision of this Lease and the applicable legislation of the District of Columbia (the "Act"), the Act will prevail and such provisions of the Lease will be amended or deleted as necessary in order to comply with the Act. Further, any provisions that are required by the Act are incorporated into this Lease. 22. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provisions of this Lease will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this Lease. Such other provisions remain in full force and effect. Amendment of Lease 23. This Lease may only be amended or modified by a written document executed by the Parties. Assignment and Subletting 24. The Tenant will not assign this Lease, or sublet or grant any concession or license to use the Property or any part of the Property. Any assignment, subletting, concession, or license, whether by operation of law or otherwise, will be void and will, at Landlord's option, terminate this Lease. Damage to Property 25. If the Property should be damaged other than by the Tenant's negligence or willful act or that of the Tenant's employee, family, agent, or visitor and the Landlord decides not to rebuild or repair the Property, the Landlord may end this Lease by giving appropriate notice. Failure to properly report damages in writing to the Landlord shall make Tenant liable for the repair of any additional damage. This provision does not require Landlord to repair or correct such defects, breakage, malfunction, or damage 26. The Tenant will, at its sole expense, keep and maintain the Property and appurtenances in good and sanitary condition and repair during the term of this Lease and any renewal of this Lease. Tenant shall not destroy, deface, damage, impair, or remove any part of Premises, nor permit any person to do so. Tenant shall pay for any repairs or replacements made necessary due to deliberate, accidental, or negligent acts or omissions of Tenant, Tenant's authorized occupants, guests or invitees, or pet(s). 27. Major maintenance and repair of the Property involving anticipated or actual costs in excess of $100.00 per incident not due to the Tenant's misuse, waste, or neglect or that of the Tenant's employee, family, agent, or visitor, will be the responsibility of the Landlord or the Landlord's assigns. Care and Use of Property & Tenant Obligations 28. Tenant shall be responsible for: Cutting, watering and maintaining the lawn and pruning shrubbery; promptly removing ice and snow from all walks, steps and drives; maintaining exterior gutters, drains and grounds free of leaves and other debris. Where the Property has its own garden or grass area which is for the exclusive use of the Tenant and its guests, the Tenant will water, fertilize, weed, cut and otherwise maintain the garden or grass area in a reasonable condition including any trees or shrubs therein. Maintaining Premises in a clean and sanitary condition and disposing of all trash, garbage, and waste in sealed containers. Using and operating all appliances, equipment, and systems in a safe and reasonable manner. Tenant shall not overload any system. Tenant must drain any outside water spigots each fall. In the event Premises' plumbing is frozen or obstructed due to the negligence of Tenant, Tenant's family or guests, Tenant shall pay immediately the cost of repairing frozen pipes or cleaning such obstruction and any additional costs associated with the repair (i.e. drywall, paint, carpets, etc.), which amounts shall constitute additional Rent due hereunder. Furnishing and replacing all light bulbs and fuses as needed and changing furnace and air conditioner filters at least every two (2) months. Clearing of all drains and toilets and maintaining caulking around tubs and showers; maintenance of all carpeting and flooring in a clean and good condition; replacement and payment for glass and screen breakage. Controlling and eliminating household pests including but not limited to fleas, ticks, bed bugs, roaches, silverfish, ants, crickets, and rodents during occupancy. Tenant shall be responsible for the costs of the elimination of all such pests and vermin during occupancy and upon vacating Premises 29. The Tenant will promptly notify the Landlord of any damage, or of any situation that may significantly interfere with the normal use of the Property or to any furnishings supplied by the Landlord. 30. The Tenant will not engage in any illegal trade or activity on or about the Property. 31. The Parties will comply with standards of health, sanitation, fire, housing and safety as required by law. 32. Maintaining Premises in such a manner as to prevent the accumulation of moisture and the growth of mold. Tenant shall promptly notify the Landlord in writing of any moisture accumulation or visible evidence of mold. Tenant does hereby release Landlord and Managing Agent from any and all claims or liability to Tenant, Tenant's authorized occupants, or guests or invitees, and does hereby agree to indemnify and hold Landlord and Managing Agent harmless from and against any and all loss, damage, claim, suit, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs at all tribunal levels) or other liability whatsoever resulting from Tenant's failure to comply with the provisions of this subsection or any other provisions of law. 33. If the Tenant is absent from the Property and the Property is unoccupied for a period of 4 consecutive days or longer, the Tenant will arrange for regular inspection by a competent person. The Landlord will be notified in advance as to the name, address and phone number of the person doing the inspections. 34. At the expiration of the term of this Lease, the Tenant will quit and surrender the Property in as good a state and condition as they were at the commencement of this Lease, reasonable use and wear and tear excepted. Rules and Regulations 35. The Tenant will obey all rules and regulations of the Landlord regarding the Property. General Provisions 38. All monetary amounts stated or referred to in this Lease are based in the United States dollar. 39. Any waiver by the Landlord of any failure by the Tenant to perform or observe the provisions of this Lease will not operate as a waiver of the Landlord's rights under this Lease in respect of any subsequent defaults, breaches or non-performance and will not defeat or affect in any way the Landlord's rights in respect of any subsequent default or breach. 40. This Lease will extend to and be binding upon and insure to the benefit of the respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, as the case may be, of each Party. All covenants are to be construed as conditions of this Lease. 41. All sums payable by the Tenant to the Landlord pursuant to any provision of this Lease will be deemed to be additional rent and will be recovered by the Landlord as rental arrears. 42. Where there is more than one Tenant executing this Lease, all Tenants are jointly and severally liable for each other's acts, omissions and liabilities pursuant to this Lease. 43. Locks may not be added or changed without the prior written agreement of both Parties, or unless the changes are made in compliance with the Act. 44. The Tenant will be charged an additional amount of $25.00 for each N.S.F. check or checks returned by the Tenant's financial institution. 45. If the Tenant moves out prior to the natural expiration of this Lease, a re-rent levy of $3,000.00 will be charged to the Tenant. 46. Headings are inserted for the convenience of the Parties only and are not to be considered when interpreting this Lease. Words in the singular mean and include the plural and vice versa. Words in the masculine mean and include the feminine and vice versa. 47. This Lease may be executed in counterparts. Facsimile signatures are binding and are considered to be original signatures. 48. This Lease constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties. 49. During the last 30 days of this Lease, the Landlord or the Landlord's agents will have the privilege of displaying the usual 'For Sale' or 'For Rent' or 'Vacancy' signs on the Property. 50. Time is of the essence in this Lease. MOVE-IN INSPECTION. 51. Within five (5) days after the beginning of Lease Term, Landlord shall submit a written report to Tenant itemizing the condition of Premises at occupancy, including the identification of any visible evidence of mold. This report is for information only and does not constitute an agreement to decorate, alter, repair, or improve Premises. Any request for repairs must be submitted separately in writing to Landlord. This report shall be deemed correct unless Tenant submits additional items in writing to Landlord within five (5) days after receipt of the report. If Tenant does not object to any item on Landlord's move-in inspection report, then Tenant thereby agrees that the Landlord's move-in inspection report is deemed to be correct, including, but not limited to, that there is no visible evidence of mold in Premises. If Landlord's move-in inspection report states that there is visible evidence of mold in Premises, Tenant has the option to not take possession and terminate the tenancy or to remain in possession of Premises. If Tenant requests to take possession, or elects to remain in possession of Premises, notwithstanding the presence of visible evidence of mold, Landlord shall promptly remediate the mold condition no later than five (5) business days thereafter and re-inspect Premises to confirm there is no visible evidence of mold in Premises. A new move-in inspection report reflecting that there is no visible evidence of mold in Premises shall be submitted to Tenant.