Rental FAQ & Tips
FAQs
Generally 3 months before you’re looking to move. Tenants have 60-90 days notice to notify the landlord as to whether they are going to renew or move out. We DO get listings before that time hits, however, so it’s always best to keep checking out website!
YES, much of JP is pet friendly! Not all units are, though – it depends on the preferences of your landlord. Information regarding pet policies for each unit can be found on our listings pages.
Yes, we do! We also generally have listings in Roslindale, Hyde Park, Mission Hill, Dorchester, South End, Roxbury and West Roxbury
It can depend on location. The closer to Central and the train, the more expensive places will be.
Street parking is everywhere! Most parts of JP don’t need residential stickers, but getting one is pretty easy if you do. They’re available through Boston’s City Hall – 617.635.4200. You’ll need your car registered and ensured at your new address to get a sticker.
At most an apartment could require FOUR up front move-in costs (on top of application fees) – FIRST MONTH, LAST MONTH, SECURITY and BROKERAGE FEE. You will likely be required to pay at least 3 of the 4, but it is still best to prepare for all three just in case.
Nope. Leases can be any length of time the Landlord prefers. Most leases end 5/31 or 8/31.
Yes, we are required to run a hard pull credit report when applying for an apartment.
Not necessarily, but it also depends on the landlord. It is always wise to prepare a cosigner as backup if you have any concerns.
Two recent paystubs, offer letter for a job, tax returns, bank statements and financial aid statements all count towards your verification.
A year’s worth of rent must be 1/3 of your yearly salary to officially afford an apartment in Boston.
