Rental Requirements & Application Criteria

Rental Requirements at a Glance

Take a moment to go over the main criteria below before you sign with Padsforgrads, so your application moves ahead without a hitch.

Lease Length

Almost every one of our rentals requires a twelve-month lease and a completed credit application.

Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to sign a lease.

Deposit & Fees

At lease signing you'll pay a security deposit along with a small application fee. Most deposits are equal to one month's rent.

Photo ID

Please bring a valid driver's license or another form of photo identification.

Employment, Rental & Credit References

We look for two years of full-time employment, a two-year rental reference, and at least three years of credit history. If you don't meet these standards, you'll need to submit a cosigner form. Download the credit application and download the cosigner form.

Pet Policy

Just a few of our units are pet-friendly. A pet permit and a non-refundable $300 pet fee are required. Contact us to find out which units qualify, and download the printable pet permit.

Parking Sticker

Padsforgrads renters purchase a one-time $30 parking sticker. It keeps your reserved spot protected from the parking abuse that's common in our small college town.

Setting Up Utilities

After you sign your lease, it's your responsibility to put the utilities in your name. Check our area resources page for the utility company contacts that serve your specific unit.

Common Questions

How long does the lease run?

Almost all of our properties require a twelve-month lease and a credit application.

What age do I need to be to sign a lease?

You need to be at least 18 years old to sign a lease.

What do I need at lease signing?

You'll pay a security deposit and a small application fee, and most deposits equal one month's rent. You'll also need to show a valid driver's license or photo ID.

What happens if I don't meet the employment, rental, or credit history requirements?

We look for two years of full-time employment, a two-year rental reference, and at least three years of credit history. If you fall short, you'll need a cosigner form.

Can I bring a pet?

A few of our units are pet-friendly and require a pet permit plus a non-refundable $300 pet fee. Contact us to find out which units qualify.

Is a parking sticker required?

Yes. Padsforgrads renters make a one-time $30 parking sticker purchase, which helps protect your space from the widespread parking abuse in our small college town.

Who sets up the utilities?

Once your lease is signed, it's your responsibility to turn on utilities in your name. Check the area resources page for the utility company numbers to call for your particular unit.

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Getting your paperwork in order early makes the leasing process simpler. Have your photo ID, employment and rental references, and credit history details ready before you apply, and reach out to us if you have questions about a specific unit or its pet and parking policies.

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