Can I ask the landlord/manager for a shorter apt lease term (2 months instead of 6 months) after signing

Question

I want a shorter lease term from current 6 months to 2 to 3 month lease. I really want to move as the noise/smell/loud noises at night and terrible parking area I cannot take it anymore after living here for a week.

Answer 1

Contracts such as leases are not usually negotiable, they most likely will want to charge you the fee to break your lease. It's usually an extra months rent. Which sucks!!! I never move into an apartment complex without going at night and walking around after dark on the weekends when it is usually the noisiest. You can always threaten them with filing a report to the local apartment association (or the BBB) if you have told the complex manager about the noise and smell and they have not solved the problem within a reasonable amount of time. Sometimes, if you complain enough, they may let you out of the lease just to get rid of you. But my suggestion would be that you already have a new place lined up, or at least a temporaty place to stay before you get nasty with them in case they evict you for being a nuisance. Believe me, they can FIND a reason to do just that! Which is kind of what you want if htey won't let you out of your lease. Just remember... breaking your lease without paying their fee, or getting evicted, will always show up on some kind of background report that future leasers will be able to access. GOOD LUCK!!!

Answer 2

you can ask, but it is ulikely he will give

Answer 3

Not likely...it would seem as though you are trying to get out of your lease.

Answer 4

Go ahead and ask. If you and your landlord agree, your lease can be changed to meet that agreement.

You can encourage your landlord to agree by gaining leverage. You can gain leverage by forming a tenant's association that will present a list of repairs that must be made for EVERY apartment. That will encourage your landlord to let you go.

If you are looking to break your lease, you'll have to do it the right way to keep from paying $$$. Google your state +"tenant rights". You've got some reading to do!

Answer 5

It never hurts to ask, but your chances are slim.  Check your lease to see what penalties you may incur for early termination.  If none are stated, you are obligated to the terms of the lease for the duration.  The landlord must make a reasonable attempt to re-rent the premises to mitigate your loss.  However, if he cannot find a replacement renter, you are on the hook for the duration.

Answer 6

Not AFTER signing!

Answer 7

its negotiable