What is the notice period for a furnished rental?

Ending a furnished lease involves complying with certain strict formalities. As tenant, you have the right to leave a furnished housing at any time, but under certain conditions. What is the length of notice ? How to prevent proprietary ? What are the obligations until departure? This guide gives you all the essential answers.

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What is a furnished lease ?

Definition and characteristics

One furnished lease Is a rental contract relating to a dwelling comprising all the mandatory furniture and equipment necessary for normal occupancy of the accommodation (bed, table, dishes, refrigerator, etc.). This type of rental is often used for main residences in the short or medium term, and is particularly suitable for students, to active young people or to people in professional mobility.

The furnished lease offers more flexibility than a empty rental lease, especially in terms of rental period And of Advance notice. It is a practical and flexible formula, both for the tenant and the owner.

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Learn more about the advantages of renting a furnished apartment here.

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What is the duration of the Advance notice for a furnished rental?

One month's notice for the tenant

A tenant who occupies a furnished accommodation as a main residence can give leave at any time, without having to justify leaving. However, it must respect a 1 month's notice. This period starts from the day of Receiving leave by the owner.

During this month, the rent And the loads remain due, unless a Agreement is reached with the landlord to vacate the home sooner, or if a new tenant takes over (with the written agreement of the owner).

💡 To note : it is forbidden to deduct the security deposit of the last rents to be paid.

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Peculiarities of Beautiful students

As part of a Student lease (often concluded for 9 months), the rules remain the same: the notice is also one month, and it can be given at any time. It is a popular option in university towns, because it allows a large flexibility at the end of the school year or during a change of studies.

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How to prevent proprietary from the start?

The three valid notification methods

Since the ALUR law (applicable to all leases signed after 27 March 2014), the leave must be notified using one of the following three methods:

• By registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt
• By Act of commissioner of justice (formerly bailiff)
• En Clean hand, against receipt or receipt

The notice period only starts from the effective reception of this vacation.

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The tenant's obligations during the notice period

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Payment of rent until the end of the notice

Even if the accommodation is vacated before the end of the month, the tenant is still liable for rent until the expiry of the notice, with the exception of early relocation.

Realization of the exit inventory

One State of play must be done at the exit. It allows you to compare the condition of the home between the entrance and the exit. In the absence of degradation, the security deposit is returned within a maximum of one month.

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Recourse to a Commissioner of Justice In the event of a dispute

In case of disagreement on the Key handover, theState of play, or the respect for the notice, a Commissioner of Justice can intervene to ascertain or enforce the rights of the parties. It provides indisputable proof of the situation.

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Cancellation for legitimate and serious reason

Some cases make it possible to request early cancellation:

• Professional transfer
• Health problem
• Job loss
• New remote job

One Justification must be provided. This does not exempt you from notice, but may encourage an amicable agreement.

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The specific cases of reduced notice in an empty rental (and why they don't apply to furnished furniture)

In a empty location, it is possible to reduce the notice to one month in some cases: housing located in a tense area, allocation of a social housing, health condition requiring a change of housing, etc.

But be careful, These cases do not apply to furnished leases. The rule is clear: The notice is always one month, regardless of the location and personal situation of the tenant. That's what makes the furnished rental more flexible, but also more rigid in terms of duration.

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Can we cancel a amicable furnished lease ?

Yes. It is entirely possible to cancel a amicable furnished lease, with the agreement written of the owner.

This type of agreement may shorten notice or allow for immediate departure with no rent outstanding. It is recommended to formalize this by Written document signed by both parties, specifying the effective date of departure, the delivery of the keys and the possible exemption from rent.

💬 Example: “In agreement with the landlord, the notice period is reduced to 15 days, with no rent beyond July 1.”

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Learn more about cancelling a furnished lease here.

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Deadlines for submitting the security deposit

The proprietary Of a furnished housing Has 1 month to return the security deposit If theExit status is in accordance with the input one.

This time frame increases to 2 months In case of observed degradations, in order to give the lessor time to assess the repairs and justify the cost. If this deadline is not respected, the tenant is entitled to demand legal interests, calculated at 10% of the monthly rent through A month of delay started.

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It is therefore crucial to keep all the documents (lease, inventory, receipts) to assert your rights.

In case of persistent disagreement, the tenant can send a formal notice by registered mail to the owner. If the situation is not resolved, a referral to the Court Conciliator Or of Judicial court is possible, without the obligation of a lawyer for disputes under €5,000. These remedies make it possible to recover the amounts due in a legal and supervised manner.

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Example of notice schedule

If you give leave the March 15 :

• The Advance notice runs until 15 April.
• The Rent is due until this date, even if you leave first.
• You have to Hand over the keys at the latest that day, after the inventory has been completed.

This type of simple diagram avoids any confusion about the deadlines to be respected.

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Special cases: furnished roommate and notice

En furnished roommate, each roommate has the right to give their Advance notice In a way individual, without waiting for the agreement of the other roommates.

However, for this departure to be valid, he must notify the lessor in accordance with the rules provided for by law: registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt (LRAR), Hand delivery against receipt, or Meaning by Commissioner of Justice.

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The outgoing roommate must also organize an individual exit inventory, in order to have the condition of his room and common areas ascertained.

If the lease is Solidary (which is often the case), it remains liable for rent Until a superseding Be found or that an addendum to the lease be signed. It is therefore crucial to Clarifying the situation in advance with the owner or the agency, in particular concerning the security deposit And the Resumption of the contract by the new entrant. A written agreement is recommended to avoid future litigation.

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Early departure without respecting the notice: what are the risks?

Leaving from a furnished housing without respecting the legal notice of one month can lead to several important consequences. The rent remains fully due until the end of this period, even if the accommodation is already vacated.

The owner is entitled to withhold all or part of the security deposit, in particular to compensate for the loss of earnings or to cover damage.

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Even worse, it can hire lawsuits to recover the amounts due, which may impact your rental history and your solvency.

In addition, this type of departure can create a lasting conflict with the lessor, hampering any possibility of future reconciliation.

💡 To avoid this, better Negotiate an amicable departure or respect legal formalities provided for in the lease.

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Advance notice and move: how to anticipate properly?

Here is a list of things that should not be overlooked:

1. Send leave within the rules.
2. Preparing the inventory of exit.
3. Organize the delivery of the keys.
4. Terminate contracts (electricity, internet, home insurance...).
5. Update mailing address with La Poste and the administrations.
6. Clean the house to avoid deductions from the deposit.

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Conclusion

The Notice of furnished accommodation is in principle one month, with no conditions. This legal framework is simple but requires a rigor in the procedures to avoid litigation. Respect the notification formalities, pay the rent until the end of the notice and make a Full exit inventory Allows you to recover your security deposit in complete peace of mind.

💬 tip : a fluid dialogue with the lessor often makes it possible to find flexible solutions in the event of an unexpected constraint.

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FAQS

Can I leave a furnished apartment overnight?
No You must respect One month's notice, even if you leave early.

Can the landlord refuse my leave letter?
No, as long as it is transmitted by legal route, the notice starts.

What if I don't do an inventory?
The owner may consider the accommodation to be degraded rendering, which delays or prevents the return of the security deposit.

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