What disclosures are required in a New Mexico lease?

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Owner/manager disclosure — the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person authorized to manage the premises and the owner or agent who receives notices (NMSA §47-8-19). Confirm current requirements with New Mexico's landlord-tenant law.

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in New Mexico?

1 month's rent for a lease under 1 year. For a lease of 1 year or longer there's no structural cap, but charging more than 1 month triggers a requirement to pay the tenant annual interest on the deposit (NMSA §47-8-18). The deposit must be returned within: Within 30 days, with an itemized statement; bad-faith retention forfeits withholding rights and triggers a $250 statutory penalty plus attorney's fees (NMSA §47-8-18).

How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in New Mexico?

30 days for a month-to-month tenancy (NMSA §47-8-37).

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New Mexico Residential Lease Agreement

Create a residential lease built for New Mexico, including the disclosures the state requires. Fixed-term or month-to-month, free PDF download, no signup.

Verified against New Mexico statute · 2026-06-11

New Mexico lease rules at a glance

Security deposit limit: 1 month's rent for a lease under 1 year. For a lease of 1 year or longer there's no structural cap, but charging more than 1 month triggers a requirement to pay the tenant annual interest on the deposit (NMSA §47-8-18).
Deposit return window: Within 30 days, with an itemized statement; bad-faith retention forfeits withholding rights and triggers a $250 statutory penalty plus attorney's fees (NMSA §47-8-18).
Notice (month-to-month): 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy (NMSA §47-8-37).
Rent control: Rent control is prohibited statewide (NMSA §47-8A-1).

Required disclosures in New Mexico

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Owner/manager disclosure — the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person authorized to manage the premises and the owner or agent who receives notices (NMSA §47-8-19).

State

Lease type

Landlord name

Landlord address (optional)

Tenant name(s)

Property address

Start date

End date

Monthly rent

Rent due day

Security deposit

Late fee (optional)

Utilities (who pays)

Pets allowed

New Mexico required disclosures

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Owner/manager disclosure — the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person authorized to manage the premises and the owner or agent who receives notices (NMSA §47-8-19).

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Starting template, not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — have an attorney review before you sign.

Frequently Asked Questions

What disclosures are required in a New Mexico lease?: Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Owner/manager disclosure — the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person authorized to manage the premises and the owner or agent who receives notices (NMSA §47-8-19). Confirm current requirements with New Mexico's landlord-tenant law.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in New Mexico?: 1 month's rent for a lease under 1 year. For a lease of 1 year or longer there's no structural cap, but charging more than 1 month triggers a requirement to pay the tenant annual interest on the deposit (NMSA §47-8-18). The deposit must be returned within: Within 30 days, with an itemized statement; bad-faith retention forfeits withholding rights and triggers a $250 statutory penalty plus attorney's fees (NMSA §47-8-18).
How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in New Mexico?: 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy (NMSA §47-8-37).

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This template is a starting point for residential leases in New Mexico, USA. It is not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — confirm requirements with New Mexico and have an attorney review it before signing.