315 NE 192nd St

Lease terms

Term of LeaseDuration: 12-Month Fixed Term.Start Date: Move-In Date End Date: exactly 1 year later Renewal: This lease does not automatically convert to a month-to-month tenancy at expiration. Any renewal or extension must be agreed upon in writing by both Landlord and Tenant at least 60 days prior to the End Date. 2. Rent & Payment TermsMonthly Rent: $4,100.00 per month. Due Date: Rent is due in full on the 1st day of each calendar month. Late Fees: Rent is considered late if not received by the 5th day of the month. A late fee of $75 will be applied on the 6th day. Payment Method: Rent must be paid electronically via either Zillow Rental Manager or Direct Bank Deposit]. Cash payments are not accepted. 3. Deposits & Fees (Shoreline Compliant) Security Deposit: Equal to one month's rent. Pet Deposit: Refundable, equal to 25% of one month's rent. Holding of Funds: All deposits will be held securely in a trust account at Chase Bank, located in Shoreline, WA. Return Timeline: The Landlord has exactly 30 days after the Tenant vacates the property to return the deposit or provide a fully itemized, written statement explaining any deductions. 4. Utilities Allocation: Tenant- Direct Accounts: Tenant must immediately establish independent utility accounts in their own name and pay all charges directly to Seattle City Light (Electricity) and Puget Sound Energy (Natural Gas).Landlord-Billed Utilities: The utilities for Water, Sewer, and Garbage will remain in the Landlord's name. Tenant agrees to pay a flat $240.00 monthly utility surcharge in addition to the monthly rent to cover these services. 5. Heating & HVAC Maintenance System Type: The property is heated via a central forced-air furnace with floor vents. Filter Responsibility: Tenant is responsible for replacing the furnace air filter every 90 days with the correct size ([Insert Filter Size, e.g., 20x20x1]). Failure to change filters causing system strain or breakdown will be repaired at the Tenant's expense. Vent Obstructions: Tenant agrees to keep all floor vents clear of furniture, carpets, and debris to ensure proper airflow and safety. 6. Occupancy Limits & Guest Policy Authorized Occupants: Only those individuals listed on the formal application and lease are authorized to reside in the home full-time. Guest Restrictions: Any guest staying on the property for more than 14 consecutive days, or more than 30 days total in a calendar year, requires the prior written consent of the Landlord and must undergo standard tenant screening. 7. Renters Insurance Requirement: Mandatory Policy: The Tenant is strictly required to maintain a valid, active residential renters insurance policy throughout the entire duration of the tenancy. Minimum Coverage: The policy must carry a minimum of $300,000.00 in personal liability coverage. Landlord Notification: The Tenant must list the Landlord as an "Interested Party" or "Additional Interest" on the policy. This ensures the insurance carrier automatically notifies the Landlord if the policy is altered, cancelled, or lapses. Proof Before Keys: Prior to move-in day and the physical handover of keys, the Tenant must provide the Landlord with a copy of the policy's Declaration Page as formal proof of coverage. Failure to maintain this insurance constitutes a material breach of the lease. 8. Absolute Non-Smoking or Drugs Policy (Zero-Tolerance) Strict Prohibition: This property is designated as a 100% entirely smoke-free and Drug free environment. Smoking, vaping, burning, or carrying any lighted tobacco, marijuana, electronic cigarettes, or using any other controlled substance is strictly prohibited anywhere on the premises. Applicable Areas: This restriction applies to the entire interior of the home (including all 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms), the garage, crawlspaces, covered porches, and the entire outdoor fenced yard and driveway boundary lines. Responsibility for Guests: The Tenant is fully responsible for ensuring that all family members, guests, invitees, and visitors strictly adhere to this policy. Material Breach of Lease: Any violation of this non-smoking policy by the Tenant or their guests constitutes an immediate, material breach of the lease agreement and is grounds for lease termination and eviction under Washington State law. Damages and Remediation Costs: If smoking occurs on the property, the Tenant will be held financially liable for the full cost of professional smoke damage restoration, including duct cleaning, wall washing, specialized odor-blocking priming, and repainting. These costs may be deducted from the security deposit, and the Tenant will be billed for any excess balance.