556 Middle St

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Welcome to 556 Middle St in Fairhope! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage-style home offers a wonderful mix of character, updates, and an excellent location near downtown Fairhope.

Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting living space featuring beautiful hardwood flooring, a unique wood-plank ceiling, ceiling fans, and an open living and kitchen layout. The home also offers a nicely updated bathroom, a separate laundry/mudroom, and an additional flexible space that works perfectly as a dining room, home office, or bonus area. Newer windows and a sliding glass door help bring plenty of natural light throughout the home.

Outside, enjoy a spacious fenced backyard surrounded by mature trees, providing plenty of room to relax or enjoy the outdoors. The sliding door leads directly to the covered one-car carport, and the property also offers additional driveway parking.

Pets allowed with a $250 pet fee per pet

Rental Application Requirements
Apply online at: www.levelpmg.com

HOLDING FEE
• A non-refundable holding fee equal to one month's rent is due within 24 hours of application approval.
• This fee will hold the home for 14 days from the date of the application.
• Once a lease is signed, the holding fee:
- Removes the property from the market
- Converts to the security deposit
• This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

APPLICATION PROCESS
• All applicants 19 and older must apply individually.
• Application fee: $75 per person (non-refundable)
• Multiple applicants/roommates: Each must complete a separate application.
• Applications are valid and transferable within 30 days.
• Occupancy Limits: Must comply with HUD guidelines for the property.

IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• A valid photo ID is required for each applicant.
• Applicants without a Social Security Number must provide proof of permitted stay in the U.S., such as a valid U.S./INS visa.

INCOME & CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
• Credit Score:
- Minimum 600
- No landlord collections or prior evictions accepted
• Income:
- Must be 3 times the monthly rent (Example: $1,500 rent requires $4,500 in monthly income)
• Acceptable proof of income includes:
1. Recent paystub with YTD income, company name, applicant's name, and date
2. 1099 for self-employment
3. Most recent tax return
4. Documentation of child support, alimony, SSI, SDI, retirement, or pension
5. Employer offer letter with company name, applicant’s name, and date

CRIMINAL & FINANCIAL BACKGROUND
• Felony convictions are grounds for denial in the last 7 years for:
- Violence, assault, battery, firearms, arson, or drug manufacturing/distribution
• Sexual offenses: Any conviction regardless of when it occurred will result in denial
• Bankruptcies: Must be discharged for 3 years

CO-SIGNERS
• Must meet all standard criteria
• Must submit an application and pay the $75 application fee (non-refundable)

RENTAL HISTORY
• 2 years of verifiable rental history required
- Must include prior landlord’s name, phone number, and email address
- History must show: Timely payments, No noise/disturbance complaints, No unpaid NSF fees, damages, evictions, liens, or foreclosures
• Prior homeownership is accepted as equivalent to rental history

PETS
• Allowed at owner’s discretion (check property listing)
• Pet Fee: $250 per pet (non-refundable)
• Additional non-refundable deposits may apply per property listing
Pet Restrictions:
• Breed restrictions apply to aggressive breeds
• No pets under 1 year of age allowed
Pet Addendum:
• Required for each pet
Pet Screening:
• Complete at: https://levelpmg.petscreening.com
• Fees: $30 for the first pet, $35 for the second pet, No fee for service animals or emotional support animals.
PetScreening.com is a third-party company and pet screening fees are subject to change without notice.

SERVICE/ SUPPORT ANIMALS
• Must submit a separate application with:
- A reasonable accommodation request
- Documentation from a licensed medical professional

APPLICATION TIMELINE
• Processing time: Up to 1 week
• Applications are processed in order received (once fully completed)
• No processing on weekends or holidays
• We will contact you for missing documents

ADDITIONAL NOTES
• If multiple applications are submitted for the same property, the first fully completed application will be considered.
• Lease start date must be within 14 days of application approval.
• Homes are rented in "as-is" condition.
• We do not allow: Subletting, Corporate leasing, Airbnb usage

FLEXIBLE RENT OPTION
We now offer FLEX Flexible Rent.

UTILITIES
The tenant is responsible for all utilities.
Electric: Fairhope utilities
Gas: Fairhope utilities.
Water/Sewer: Fairhope utilities
trash: Fairhope utilities
landscaping: not included

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