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SOUTH CAROLINA SUBLEASE AGREEMENT

This Sublease Agreement ("Sublease") is entered into as of [[Sublease Execution Date]] by and between:

Sublessor: [[Sublessor Full Name]], whose address is [[Sublessor Address]] ("Sublessor"); and

Sublessee: [[Sublessee Full Name(s)]], whose current address is [[Sublessee Current Address]] ("Sublessee").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Sublessor is the tenant of record under that certain Residential Lease Agreement dated [[Master Lease Date]] (the "Master Lease"), entered into between [[Landlord Full Name]] ("Landlord") and Sublessor, covering the premises described below;

WHEREAS, Sublessor desires to sublease the Premises to Sublessee, and Sublessee desires to sublease the Premises from Sublessor, on the terms and conditions set forth herein and subject to the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-10 et seq. (as of June 2026);

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:, -

ARTICLE I, PARTIES, PREMISES, AND MASTER LEASE

1. Identification of Parties

Sublessor is the tenant named in the Master Lease and, as between Sublessor and Landlord, retains all obligations thereunder. Sublessee is the individual(s) identified above who will occupy the Premises as a residential sublessee during the Sublease Term. If more than one person constitutes Sublessee, their obligations under this Sublease are joint and several.

2. Master Lease Reference; Attachment

This Sublease is in all respects subject and subordinate to the Master Lease. A true and complete copy of the Master Lease, including all addenda, exhibits, and amendments, is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference. Sublessee acknowledges receipt and review of the Master Lease. Sublessor represents and warrants that (a) the Master Lease is currently in full force and effect; (b) Sublessor is not in default under the Master Lease as of the Sublease Execution Date; and (c) Sublessor has not received any uncured notice of default from Landlord.

3. Premises

Sublessor subleases to Sublessee the residential dwelling unit located at [[Property Address, City, South Carolina, ZIP Code]] (the "Premises"), together with the following included areas: [[Parking Space(s), Storage, and Other Included Areas, or "None"]]. The Premises shall be used solely as a private residential dwelling and for no other purpose., -

ARTICLE II, TERM AND POSSESSION

4. Sublease Term

The Sublease Term commences on [[Sublease Start Date]] (the "Commencement Date") and expires on [[Sublease End Date]] (the "Expiration Date"), unless sooner terminated pursuant to this Sublease or applicable law. The Sublease Term may not extend beyond the expiration date of the Master Lease, which is [[Master Lease Expiration Date]]. Any provision of this Sublease that would cause the Sublease Term to exceed the Master Lease Term is void.

5. Delivery of Possession

Sublessor shall deliver possession of the Premises to Sublessee on the Commencement Date in the condition required by this Sublease. If Sublessor fails to deliver possession on the Commencement Date through no fault of Sublessee, Sublessee's Sublease Rent obligation shall abate on a per-diem basis for each day of delayed delivery. If possession is not delivered within [[Delivery Delay Cap, e.g., 10]] days after the Commencement Date, Sublessee may terminate this Sublease by written notice and shall receive a full refund of all prepaid amounts within five (5) business days., -

ARTICLE III, LANDLORD CONSENT (SC CODE ANN. § 27-40)

6. Landlord Consent Required

Original tenant (Sublessor) must obtain written landlord consent before subletting unless the Master Lease expressly permits subletting without consent. Pursuant to the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40), absent an express provision in the Master Lease authorizing subletting, Sublessor shall not sublet the Premises without the prior written consent of Landlord. Sublessor shall use best efforts to obtain Landlord's written consent in the form attached as Exhibit B (Landlord Consent to Sublease) and deliver the executed consent to Sublessee within [[Consent Deadline, e.g., 10 business days after Sublease Execution Date]]. If Landlord's written consent is not obtained by the deadline (or if the Master Lease does not permit subletting and consent is denied), either party may terminate this Sublease by written notice, and all prepaid amounts shall be returned to Sublessee.

7. Effect of Consent; No Release of Sublessor

Landlord's consent to this Sublease, if granted, does not release or diminish Sublessor's obligations to Landlord under the Master Lease. Sublessor remains fully liable to Landlord for performance of all Master Lease covenants, including payment of rent, throughout the Sublease Term. Landlord may continue to enforce the Master Lease directly against Sublessor regardless of Sublessee's performance or default., -

ARTICLE IV, RENT AND PAYMENT

8. Sublease Rent; Due Date; Payment Method

Sublessee shall pay Sublessor monthly Sublease Rent of [[Monthly Sublease Rent]], due and payable in advance on the [[Rent Due Day, e.g., first (1st)]] day of each calendar month, without offset, deduction, or demand. Rent shall be paid by [[Accepted Payment Methods]] to Sublessor at [[Sublessor Payment Address or Account Details]]. If the Commencement Date falls on a day other than the first of the month, the first month's Sublease Rent shall be prorated on a 30-day-month basis.

9. Sublessor's Obligation to Pay Master Lease Rent

Sublessor remains solely responsible for timely payment of all rent and other sums due to Landlord under the Master Lease. Sublessee's payment of Sublease Rent to Sublessor does not relieve Sublessor of the obligation to remit rent to Landlord. Failure by Sublessor to pay Landlord constitutes a material breach of this Sublease and the Master Lease. Sublessor shall indemnify and hold Sublessee harmless from any loss, cost, or liability (including eviction or damages) arising from Sublessor's failure to remit funds received from Sublessee.

10. Late Charges; Returned Payments

If Sublessee fails to pay Sublease Rent within [[Grace Period Days, e.g., 5]] days after due date, Sublessee shall pay a late charge of [[Late Fee Amount or Percentage]] as permitted by the Master Lease and S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40. A fee of [[Returned Payment Fee]] applies to any dishonored payment. Acceptance of late or partial payment does not waive Sublessor's rights., -

ARTICLE V, SECURITY DEPOSIT

11. Security Deposit Amount and Holding

Upon execution of this Sublease (after receipt of any required Landlord consent), Sublessee shall pay Sublessor a security deposit of [[Security Deposit Amount]]. Under South Carolina law (S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-410), there is no statutory cap on the amount of security deposit; however, the deposit shall be held by Sublessor in accordance with the Master Lease and applicable law. The deposit may not be applied as last month's rent absent written agreement.

12. Return of Security Deposit

Within thirty (30) days after termination of this Sublease and Sublessee's surrender of the Premises, Sublessor shall return the Security Deposit, less any lawful deductions for (a) unpaid rent, (b) damage beyond ordinary wear and tear, or (c) other amounts owed under this Sublease. Sublessor shall provide an itemized statement of deductions. If deductions exceed [[Itemization Threshold, e.g., $100]], Sublessor shall attach receipts or estimates supporting the deductions.

13. Separate from Master Lease Deposit

Sublessee acknowledges that Sublessor holds (or held) a separate security deposit with Landlord under the Master Lease. Sublessee's deposit under this Sublease is independent of the Master Lease deposit. Upon termination, Sublessor shall account to Sublessee for Sublessee's deposit without regard to Landlord's accounting to Sublessor., -

ARTICLE VI, SUBORDINATION AND INCORPORATION OF MASTER LEASE

14. Subordination to Master Lease

This Sublease is subject and subordinate to the Master Lease in all respects. In the event of any conflict between this Sublease and the Master Lease, the Master Lease controls as between Sublessor and Landlord. As between Sublessor and Sublessee, this Sublease controls, provided Sublessee's rights do not cause Sublessor to breach the Master Lease.

15. Sublessee Assumes Master Lease Obligations

Sublessee assumes the same rights and obligations as the original tenant (Sublessor) under the Master Lease with respect to use and occupancy of the Premises during the Sublease Term. Without limitation, Sublessee shall:

• Comply with all terms, covenants, rules, and regulations of the Master Lease;

• Maintain the Premises in the condition required by the Master Lease and S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-510 et seq. (tenant obligations);

• Pay all utilities and services designated as tenant responsibility under the Master Lease;

• Not permit waste, nuisance, or illegal activity on the Premises;

• Promptly notify Sublessor in writing of any needed repairs, damage, or condition that may violate the Master Lease or law.

16. No Greater Rights Than Sublessor

Sublessee shall have no greater rights in the Premises than Sublessor holds under the Master Lease. Sublessee has no direct contractual relationship with Landlord unless required by statute or expressly created herein., -

ARTICLE VII, SUBLESSOR'S CONTINUING LIABILITY

17. Sublessor Remains Liable to Landlord

Sublessor remains fully and primarily liable to Landlord for all obligations under the Master Lease for the entire Sublease Term and thereafter. Execution of this Sublease does not release Sublessor from liability to Landlord for rent, damages, or any other obligation. If Sublessee defaults, Landlord may pursue Sublessor for all sums due under the Master Lease without first pursuing Sublessee.

18. Sublessor Duties to Preserve Master Lease

Sublessor shall: (a) pay all rent and sums due Landlord on time; (b) perform all Master Lease obligations not assumed by Sublessee; (c) not modify, amend, or terminate the Master Lease in a manner adverse to Sublessee without Sublessee's prior written consent; and (d) promptly forward to Sublessee any notices received from Landlord concerning the Premises., -

ARTICLE VIII, DEFAULT, REMEDIES, AND INDEMNIFICATION

19. Events of Default by Sublessee

Sublessee is in default if Sublessee: (a) fails to pay Sublease Rent when due and fails to cure within any applicable grace period; (b) breaches any other term of this Sublease or the incorporated Master Lease obligations and fails to cure within any notice period required by law or the Master Lease; (c) abandons or vacates the Premises; or (d) permits waste or illegal activity.

20. Remedies

Upon Sublessee default, Sublessor may pursue all remedies available under this Sublease, the Master Lease, and South Carolina law, including termination, recovery of possession (after any required notice and court process), unpaid rent, damages, and costs. Sublessor shall not engage in self-help eviction.

21. Indemnification

Sublessee shall indemnify and hold Sublessor harmless from claims, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from Sublessee's use of the Premises, breach of this Sublease, or acts of Sublessee's guests or occupants. Sublessor shall indemnify Sublessee from claims arising from Sublessor's breach of the Master Lease unrelated to Sublessee or Sublessor's failure to remit rent received from Sublessee., -

ARTICLE IX, CONDITION, MAINTENANCE, SURRENDER, AND ENTRY

22. Condition at Delivery and Move-In Checklist

Sublessor shall deliver the Premises in a habitable condition consistent with the Master Lease and S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-440 (landlord to deliver fit premises). Sublessee shall complete and return a Move-In Condition Checklist (Exhibit C) within [[Move-In Inspection Period, e.g., 5]] days after Commencement Date, noting any defects. The checklist establishes the baseline for deposit return.

23. Maintenance Obligations

Sublessee shall keep the Premises clean, sanitary, and in good order; use all systems and appliances properly; replace consumables (filters, bulbs, batteries); promptly report needed repairs to Sublessor in writing; and comply with all applicable codes. Sublessor shall transmit repair requests to Landlord and use reasonable efforts to obtain Landlord's performance of maintenance obligations under the Master Lease and § 27-40.

24. Alterations

Sublessee shall not make alterations, additions, or improvements, or change locks, without prior written consent of both Sublessor and Landlord. Approved alterations become part of the Premises unless otherwise agreed.

25. Surrender

At end of Sublease, Sublessee shall remove all personal property, return all keys and access devices, leave the Premises clean and in move-in condition (ordinary wear and tear excepted), and provide forwarding address. Sublessor shall perform move-out inspection and provide accounting within the time required by law.

26. Right of Entry

Sublessor and Landlord may enter the Premises upon reasonable notice (consistent with S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-530, typically 24 hours for non-emergency) during reasonable hours for inspection, repairs, showing to prospective tenants/purchasers, or other lawful purposes. In case of emergency, entry may be without notice., -

ARTICLE X, GENERAL PROVISIONS

27. Notices

All notices under this Sublease shall be in writing and delivered personally, by certified mail, or by other method permitted by the Master Lease or S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-240, to the addresses set forth above or such other address as a party designates in writing.

28. Governing Law; Venue

This Sublease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina, without regard to conflicts of law principles. Any legal action shall be brought in the courts of the county in which the Premises is located.

29. Severability; Entire Agreement; Amendments

If any provision of this Sublease is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder shall continue in full force. This Sublease, together with the Master Lease (as incorporated) and Exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements. It may be amended only by a writing signed by both parties.

30. Waiver; Time of Essence; Counterparts

No waiver of any breach shall constitute a waiver of any other breach. Time is of the essence. This Sublease may be executed in counterparts and by electronic signature, each of which shall be deemed an original.

31. Attorneys' Fees

In any action to enforce rights under this Sublease, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs as permitted by South Carolina law., -

ARTICLE XI, ADDENDA AND EXHIBITS

The following are attached and incorporated by reference:

• Exhibit A: Copy of the Master Lease (including all amendments)

• Exhibit B: Landlord Consent to Sublease form

• Exhibit C: Move-In / Move-Out Condition Checklist

• Exhibit D: Additional terms or disclosures: [[Additional Exhibits or "None"]], -

SIGNATURES

SUBLESSOR

Signature: ______________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Sublessor Full Name]]

SUBLESSEE

Signature: ______________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Sublessee Full Name(s)]], -

> ⚠️ Template example, not professional (legal/financial/medical) advice. This document is a sample only. Figures, clauses, and forms must be verified against current South Carolina statutes (S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40 et seq.) and the specific Master Lease. Consult a licensed South Carolina attorney before use. Invented values appear as `[[Token Name]]`., -

Sources / As of date: S.C. Code Ann. §§ 27-40-10 through 27-40-940 (South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act), as of June 2026. Specific provisions referenced include consent and assignment rules, tenant obligations, landlord duties, and remedies. Always confirm with the current official code and any local ordinances.