325 N 14th St #1

Lease terms

1. Lease Term The lease shall be for a fixed term of twelve (12) months beginning on the agreed-upon move-in date. Any renewal must be agreed upon in writing by both Landlord and Tenant. 2. Monthly Rent Rent shall be due on the 1st day of each month. Rent shall be paid electronically through the Landlord's approved payment system. Partial payments will not be accepted without written approval. 3. Security Deposit Tenant shall pay a security deposit equal to one month's rent prior to taking possession of the property. The security deposit may be used to cover: Unpaid rent Late fees Damage beyond normal wear and tear Cleaning costs Lost keys Unauthorized occupants or pets Lease violations permitted under Florida law 4. Move-In Costs Before receiving keys, Tenant must provide: First month's rent Security deposit Proof of renters insurance Completed lease Government-issued photo identification 5. Income Requirement Applicants must demonstrate gross monthly household income of at least three (3) times the monthly rent. Income may be verified through: Recent pay stubs W-2s Tax returns Military LES Bank statements Employment verification Other acceptable documentation 6. Credit Requirements Preferred minimum credit score: 620 Applicants with lower scores may be considered based upon: Income Rental history Debt-to-income ratio Co-signer (if approved) 7. Rental History Applicants should have: No prior evictions within the last five (5) years Positive landlord references No unpaid housing collections Good payment history 8. Background Screening Every applicant age 18 or older must complete: Criminal background check Credit report Eviction history search Identity verification Applications containing false information may be denied. 9. Occupancy Maximum occupancy: Four (4) persons per unit Long-term guests staying more than 14 consecutive days or 30 days in any 12-month period require written approval. 10. Smoking Policy No smoking, vaping, marijuana use, or illegal drug use is permitted inside the dwelling. Smoking is prohibited inside: Home Garage Patio (if designated) Common areas 11. Pet Policy Pets are permitted only with prior written approval. Requirements may include: Non-refundable pet fee Monthly pet rent Breed restrictions Vaccination records Unauthorized pets constitute a lease violation. 12. Utilities Unless otherwise stated, Tenant is responsible for: Electricity Internet Cable Phone Water 13. Lawn Care Tenant agrees to: Keep outdoor areas clean Dispose of trash properly Maintain patio areas Keep walkways unobstructed 14. Property Maintenance Tenant agrees to: Replace HVAC filters every 90 days Promptly report maintenance issues Prevent mold by maintaining proper ventilation Keep plumbing free from misuse Replace smoke detector batteries when needed Maintain cleanliness throughout the lease Tenant shall not perform repairs without written permission. 15. Appliances The following appliances are provided: Refrigerator Stove Microwave Washer Dryer Tenant shall use all appliances responsibly. Damage caused by misuse shall be Tenant's responsibility. 16. Parking Parking is limited to designated driveway spaces. Not permitted: Commercial trucks Boats RVs Trailers Inoperable vehicles Vehicle repairs on property 17. Renters Insurance Tenant shall maintain renters insurance throughout the lease. Minimum liability coverage: $100,000 Proof must be provided before move-in. 18. Maintenance Requests Maintenance requests shall be submitted through the Landlord's designated maintenance system. Emergency maintenance includes: Major plumbing leaks No electricity (when property related) HVAC failure during dangerous temperatures Water intrusion Fire Security issues 19. Alterations Tenant shall not: Paint walls Install shelves Mount televisions Replace locks Install satellite dishes without written approval. 20. Keys and Locks Tenant shall not duplicate keys or change locks without Landlord approval. Lost keys may incur replacement fees. 21. Illegal Activity Any illegal activity on the property constitutes grounds for lease termination. Examples include: Drug activity Violence Property damage Fraud Firearms used unlawfully 22. Quiet Enjoyment Quiet hours: 1:00 AM 7:00 AM Tenant shall not create excessive noise that disturbs neighbors. 23. Guests Guests may not establish residency. Unauthorized occupants may result in: Lease violation Additional rent Lease termination 24. Home Businesses The premises shall be used solely as a residential dwelling. Businesses with customer traffic are prohibited. 25. Subleasing Subleasing, Airbnb, VRBO, or any short-term rental is strictly prohibited without written approval. 26. Property Inspections Landlord may enter the property after providing notice required under Florida law for: Maintenance Repairs Inspections Emergencies Showing the property 27. Lease Renewal Approximately 60 days before lease expiration, Landlord may offer: Renewal Month-to-month tenancy Lease termination 28. Early Termination Early termination may require: Written notice Early termination fee Payment of outstanding rent Compliance with Florida law 29. Cleaning Upon Move-Out Tenant shall return the property in substantially the same condition received, excluding normal wear and tear. Items include: Professionally clean if required Remove all belongings Dispose of trash Return all keys Repair tenant-caused damage 30. Default Failure to comply with lease terms may result in: Late fees Notices required by Florida law Eviction proceedings Collection actions Damage claims Applicant Qualification Standards Applicants should meet the following: Minimum credit score: 620 preferred Gross income: 3x monthly rent Stable employment (minimum 6 months preferred) No recent evictions Good rental references Government-issued ID Background screening All adults apply separately No false information Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Housing Choice Voucher applicants are welcome to apply. Voucher holders must meet all lawful screening requirements that are not based on source of income, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Landlord's Reserved Rights The Landlord reserves the right to deny any application that does not satisfy the rental criteria or otherwise presents an unacceptable financial or tenancy risk, consistent with all applicable fair housing laws.