Texas Rental Application Form and Guide

Prepare a residential rental application for a property in Texas. Use the online form to fill, sign and save a PDF, or download a blank copy.

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Ask for the tenant selection criteria

When the landlord provides a rental application, Texas Property Code section 92.3515 requires them to make printed notice of their selection criteria and grounds for denial available. Review those criteria before paying and ask how the landlord handles an application deposit separately from a screening fee.

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What to gather before filling it out

Have the property address, contact information, rental history and any references the property manager requested. Check the property address and move-in date before signing.

How to send your application

Fill in the fields, sign and review your answers, then download your PDF. Send it directly to the property manager using their verified submission instructions. This tool prepares the document and does not submit it or collect a fee.

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