What type of tenancy occurs when a lessee continues to occupy a property after their lease has expired?

The correct answer is Tenancy at sufferance. This type of tenancy occurs when a lessee remains in possession of the property after their lease has expired, without the landlord’s consent. In this situation, the lessee is not legally entitled to occupy the property but continues to do so, which places them in a precarious legal position. While the original lease has ended, the tenant's presence in the property may allow the landlord to take specific actions, such as eviction, if they decide not to renew the lease.

In contrast, other tenancy types outlined in the choices describe different rental scenarios. An estate in land refers broadly to the ownership rights associated with property, rather than the specifics of a tenancy situation. An estate for years specifies a lease with a predetermined end date and usually does not involve any continuation beyond that date without explicit renewal. An estate from period to period, also known as a periodic tenancy, is characterized by a lease that renews automatically at the end of each period (like monthly or yearly), typically implying continued mutual consent from both parties.