RENTING AN APARTMENT


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Alcove Realty, LLC has an abundance of apartments in the Cambridge, Somerville, Medford & Arlington neighborhoods. If you are not familiar with these areas, you can view The Neighborhoods section of this site. Please remember that all showings must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

STEPS FOR RENTING

  1. How many people do you want to live with?

  2. What is the MOST each person can pay with heat and hot water included? What is the MOST each person can pay without heat and hot water included?

  3. Rental budget should take utility costs into consideration. Make sure you discuss these and other expenses with roommates to avoid an awkward position later in your rental cycle.

  4. vWhere do you want to live? Ideally pick 2-3 locations depending on transportation needs.

  5. If you have any pets be prepared to submit a written letter of reference from the veterinarian, neighbors, and/or landlords that have provided housing for you & them in the past. References make a HUGE difference when competing for a rental.

  6. We locate the perfect place. Be prepared to submit a rental application, credit checks (done by agent), guarantor forms (If you do not have finances exceeding 3 times annual rent for your portion. Please discuss this as there is more than one way to prove this.) and at least a one month deposit to submit with a completed application.

  7. Typically a landlord requires first month's rent, last month's rent, and a security deposit upfront. A lease is signed to secure an apartment & is not off the market until signed by both parties: Landlord & all tenants. A security deposit (if collected) is returned to you within 30 days after move out and after a full inspection to ensure there is no damage to your apartment. (This is why it is important to make sure you complete your "apartment conditions statement" within 15 days. It documents previous damages.)

  8. A realtor's finder's fee is typically one month's rent, unless the landlord is participating in paying some or all of the fee. Each unit varies and can change with the seasons. be prepared to pay a fee if looking within the redline areas between Kendall Square to Davis Square.

  9. You should obtain apartment insurance after move-in. It covers any lost, stolen, or damaged goods. You are responsible for ALL of your personal property in Massachusetts. The landlord is ONLY responsible for the outside or if caused by his negligence.

  10. Landlord references are important when moving next time, so try your best to pay your rent on time and maintain a good relationship.

  11. If in the event you need to leave an apartment, each lease defines the notice and terms of what you must do. You are always responsible for the monthly rent from the day you sign your lease until the day it ends. (Check subletting agreements in the lease...most landlords do not allow subletting. If this becomes a concern, everything must be landlord approved. We are available to step you through this if needed.)

  12. If you have any further questions regarding the rental process in the state of Massachusetts, please click here to email or call the main office at 617-868-8500.


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