525 Howe St, Seattle, WA 98109

Amazing Queen Anne location just blocks from Queen Anne Avenue and close to South Lake Union. Colonial style 3 bed 1.5 bath with hardwood floors throughout. Gourmet kitchen with Viking gas range. Open floor plan with large living areas and great closet space. Lots of natural light with views of the Seattle skyline, Space Needle, and Mt. Rainier. French doors lead out to your private deck! Unfinished basement with abundant storage. Off street parking for two cars. 1,420 sf of living area and 625 sf of storage in the unfinished basement. Detached garage is not available to rent and house does not have air conditioning (AC). This home is in a great location for "return to office", and just minutes from everything the city has to offer. Very walk-able and close-in to parks, schools and community, nearby employment opportunities, Microsoft Connector to the Eastside when running, recreational adventures, dining, sporting events, theater and music, and it's located just minutes to I-5. [Home will be available October 1 with move-in likely available by Oct 15 due to current tenant move out timing and whole house cleaning.] 525 HOWE STREET TENANT SCREENING CRITERIA This property intends to operate in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Act, as well as all state and local fair housing and civil rights laws. We do not discriminate against any person based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, sex, familial status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state or local laws. The Tenant Screening Criteria ("criteria") provided below outlines the standards to be met by all tenants who are applying for tenancy at 525 Howe Street and wish to be considered "Qualified". Failure to meet the criteria provided herein will result in your application for tenancy not being considered, or the termination of your tenancy if statements are found to be false. INFORMATION AND CONDITIONS FOR APPLICATION - Rental application and payment of application fee - Background check - Landlord references for previous 24 months - Employment verification - Current ID with photograph - In-person viewing of property - Landlord will not accept reusable tenant screening reports - Credit report via third-party consumer reporting agency. - Applicant responsible for fees if employer requires fee to verify employment - Service animals require letter of verification from medical professional RENT, MOVE IN FEES, AND DEPOSITS* - Monthly rent will be $4,500. - First month's rent of $4,500 must be paid prior to moving in. - Last month's rent of $4,500 must be paid prior to moving in. - A security deposit of $3,500 must be paid prior to moving in. - A $500 non-refundable cleaning fee must be paid prior to moving in. - A $1,000 pet deposit will apply if you intend to have a pet in the residence and must be paid prior to moving in. - The garage on the property is not included, or available to rent, and will remain accessible to the Landlord during the term of the lease. * Installment payments for move-in costs/deposits/fees including pre-payment of last month's rent, on a mutually agreeable basis is allowed. SELECTION CRITERIA - Credit history of at least 740. - Sufficient income is considered 3.5:1 net income to rent ratio. - Verification of 12 months of current employment or previous employment in the same field. If self-employed or retired, bank statements and/or tax returns showing predictable income sufficient to pay rent and other bills will be required. - Rental history demonstrates a clear pattern of meeting rental or mortgage obligations, leaving property in move-in condition, and not having complaints from property managers / owners / neighbors. - Applications must be 100% complete to be reviewed. - Every adult occupant must apply for tenancy. Applications from groups of more than one applicant/occupant will not be considered for review until all applicants from the group have submitted their application(s) and they are received by landlord. - Applicant(s) must be on time for viewing of property to be considered. - Rent price is firm. Applicant may not ask Landlord if rent price is negotiable or request a rent price reduction. This will disqualify you as an applicant. - Applicant(s) must list their first names(s) (given name) and last name (sur name) in initial emails to Landlord. CONDITIONS THAT MAY RESULT IN THE DENIAL OF THE APPLICATION Credit Score - Credit score lower than 740 - Judgement of collection for unpaid rent - Judgement or collection for damage of rental unit Rental History - Unverifiable previous 24 months of rental or ownership history - Current of past balance owing for deposit, rent, fees, or damages** - Bad checks (payments), delinquent payments, open bankruptcy - Eviction pending** - Poor rental reference(s) based on payment or behavior issues such as: o 1 or more eviction within a 60-month period (Unlawful Detainer Action)** o 2 or more late payments within a 12-month period** o 2 or more NSF checks in a 12-month period o 2 or more complaints / notices in a 12-month period o Unauthorized pets o Unauthorized occupant(s) o Damage to property Other Factors - False, incorrect, or misleading information - Threatening or abusive behavior towards Landlord or other individuals - Civil or court records that say applicant has a history of abuse of alcohol, illegal drugs, troublesome behavior, or damage to property that may interfere with the health, safety, or right of a peaceful enjoyment by neighbors and community. - Appearing on a county, state, or national sex offender registry will be subject to an individualized assessment. Individual assessment will be based upon the following: o The nature and severity of the conviction o The number and types of conviction(s) o The time that has elapsed since the date of conviction o Age of the individual at the time of conviction o Evidence of good tenant history before and/or after conviction o Any supplemental information related to the individual's rehabilitation, good conduct, and additional facts of explanations provided by the individual, if the individual chooses to do so. SECTION 8 APPLICANT CRITERIA - All section 8 applicants are required to meet the same criteria as stated above, with the exception that the applicant only needs to meet income requirements for the portion of the rent they are responsible for and provides documentation that the balance of the rent will be paid by others. IN THE CASE OF DENIAL OF APPLICATION - If your application is denied the owner / manager is required to provide you with a written notice of adverse action that states, the reason(s) for taking adverse action (RCW 59.18.257). You have the right to dispute the accuracy of the information in the tenant screening report. You have the right to have a free copy of your tenant screening report. To dispute the accuracy of your tenant screening report or to request a free copy of your tenant screening report you can submit your request in writing to: o Experian, P.O. Box 4500. Allen, TX 75013 CITY OF SEATTLE DISCLOSURE In accordance with First Time in SMC 14.08.050, applications are processed in the order in which they are received, and tenancy is offered to the first applicant that qualifies under the screening criteria. In accordance with the Fair Chance Housing Ordinance SMC 14.09: Applicants are notified that Landlords in the City of Seattle are prohibited from requiring disclosure, asking about, rejecting an applicant, or taking an adverse action based on any arrest record, conviction record, or criminal history, except for registry information as described in subsections 14.09.025.A.3, 14.09025.A.4, and 14.09.025.A.5, and subject to the legal exclusions and requirements in Section 14.09.115. Applicant may provide supplemental information related to Applicant's rehabilitation, good conduct, and facts or explanations regarding their registry information. **In accordance with SMC 14.09.020: Landlord is prohibited from taking an adverse action against a tenant based on eviction history occurring during or within six months after the end of the civil emergency period starting March 1, 2020 ending December 31, 2021, and that the Seattle Office of Civil Rights is the department that will enforce any violations of this ordinance. Therefore, any eviction, outstanding balance or late payments during this time period will NOT apply to screening criteria and not be grounds for disqualification, however they must be identified. Actions exempt from this provision are related to one's eviction history constituting an imminent threat to the health and safety of neighbors, landlords, or household members. If applicant requires additional time or assistance to complete the application due to limited English proficiency or disability, please describe the reason you require additional time and any proof of need that you wish to be considered. Respectfully, 525 Howe Street Partners