How do I apply to rent at Centennial Apartment building?
Prospects can apply for an apartment by visiting our property webpage (www.centenial-apt-rentals.com) and selecting the "Apply Now" button near the bottom of the page to get a copy of the application in pdf format. Please note that this is not an online application where you can fill in the fields directly on your device. But instead, you must print out the application as a hardcopy from your printer, and then fill out the application. Or you could go to the link here to download a copy of the application directly to your device.
Follow the instructions on page 3 of the application page. Convert your completed application into pdf or good-quality jpeg. Then submit the completed application along with the supporting documents as attachments to the email address of aptmanager2018@gmail.com. Before we can start processing your application, you must pay an application fee. There is a fee for each adult applicant.
How much is the application fee?
$35 per adult applicant
Is there an administrative fee?
Yes, but the administrative fee is already part of the $35 application fee.
When is the application and the admin fee due?
When you apply for the apartment. Please see the question below this for details on how and where to send the application fee.
Where do I send my application to?
Either send the application to aptmanager2018@gmail.com or you can submit in person to the property manager or one of the associates. When you release your application to us, please include the supporting documentation as described on the third page of the application. There is a $35 charge for application fee for each adult applicant. You may either pay the fee directly to the Property Manager or any of the Property's associates, or you may send the fee by way of Venmo. If you would like to send the application fee by Venmo, please send to "818 913 9068" (no spaces) or quotes.
How much is the security deposit?
The security deposit is the same as the amount for the first month's rent, which is $2,195.
What is the cost to replace a key?
$20
Are there furnished apartments to rent at this community?
No.
Do I need to pay a deposit when renting a short term furnished apartment?
No. We don't provide furnishings to the apartment unit, You have to provide your own furnishings.
What type of housing does Centennial Apartment building offer?
1, 2, and 3 bedroom units.
May I pay rent online?
In the future we plan to set up an online portal where the residents could submit their rent, but for now residents have to submit their rent directly to the manager's mailbox.
When is rent due?
On the first day of every month. There is a penalty fee of $35 per day for late payment.
Are there furnished apartments to rent at this community?
No
Does this property have a fitness center? Public tennis courts? Swimming pool? An entertainment room?
No.
Does this property offer on-site recycling?
Each tenant from each apartment unit will be responsible for separating out their recyclables from normal waste, and placed into the appropriate trash bins. All glass bottles & jars, all plastics labeled #1, 2, and 5 (no polystyrene or plastic bags), Aluminum and tin/steel cans, clean aluminum foil, corrugated cardboard, junk mail, magazines, mixed paper, newspaper, telephone books, and aseptic containers goes to the blue-colored trash bins. Place all food scraps and food-soiled papers into the green-colored trash bins along with yard waste. Everything else goes into the black-colored trash bin.
May I schedule an appointment online to tour the property?
Yes, go to the website's and press the contact button, or you could press this link here to reach out to us for an appointment.
Are virtual tours available for viewing this property?
Yes, you can press this contact here to connect with us to schedule a virtual tour. Or you can go to this link here to see our video of the apartment here.
Does this property have a guest suite?
No.
Is this property smoke-free?
Yes.
Are washers and dryers included in the unit, or are there an on-site laundry facilities?
No, there are no washers and dryers within the unit, however, there is an on-site laundry facilities.
What is your pet policy?
Dogs and cats are allowed, but there is a maximum of one pet allowed. For dogs the maximum weight is 20 pounds. There is no monthly rent for pets, however, there is a $400 refundable deposit fee per pet. There is a $30 per pet screening profile fee. Prior to move in, applicants will be required to provide a clear photo of any animal approved by us. Acceptable animals include domestic cats and dogs. Dogs that are purebreds or mixes of the following breeds are prohibited: akita, alaskan malamute, chow-chow, doberman, german shepherd, great dane, pit bull, american staffordshire terrier, american pit bull terrier, staffordshire bull terrier, rottweiler, saint bernard, shar pei, wolf-dog hybrids, bloodhound, Doques de Bordeaux, Presa Canarios, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, and siberian husky. All other animals including exotic pets are prohibited. All animals must be authorized by management. We reserve the right to add additional restricted breeds at any time.
What if my pet was an emotional support animal (ESA)?
If the animal is an emotional support animal, pet deposits are not necessary. The requirements for permitting emotional support animal (ESA) into the property is a signed letter that meets the company standards for a reasonable accommodation regarding emotional support animals (ESA) from a qualified professional.
What if my pet was a SERVICE animal?
If the animal is a service animal, pet deposits are not necessary. If your disability and the work performed by the animal is not readily apparent, you may be asked to confirm that the service animal is required because of a disability, and asked to describe the work or tasks the service animal is trained to perform. We might even ask you for documents by a qualified professional to show proof that your pet is an actual Service animal.
What is the minimum lease terms?
1 year lease term followed by month to month.
What is the rent payment forms accepted?
Acceptable forms of payment include: ACH payments, money order, cashier's check, personal check, cash, credit/debit card. Additional fees may be applied when using a credit card.
Who needs an application?
All applicants and prospective occupants 18 years of age and older need to complete an application. We run a credit, income, and rental history on every applicant.
What is the income, credit, and rental history requirements?
Applicants must have an acceptable income and credit history. Acceptable credit history is based on several credit reporting factors and is not solely based on the applicant's credit score. Applicants with an active bankruptcy which is considered open or filed within the last 2 years will be denied. Applicants with negative previous rental history, including but not limited to: repeat lease violations, poor payment history, or an unpaid balance may be denied or an additional security deposit may be required. Third-party consumer credit reporting agencies are used to verify applicant's identity, credit, and criminal history.
What form of ID can I use?
A valid government-issued photo identification is required for all applicants. Applicants may be required to provide additional government-issued identification should a fraud alert or credit bureau warning message be returned during the credit screening process. Examples of government-issued photo identification are a state-issued driver's license or ID card, passport or passport card. We do not accept foreign driver's license or foreign ID card, but we do accept the most current foreign passport or foreign passport card.
Are guarantors (co-signers) allowed?
Yes
What are the income requirements for an applicant?
Applicants must have a total household gross monthly income which is equal to or greater than 2.5X the monthly rent. Should applicants fail to meet the minimum income requirements, a guarantor (i.e., Co-signers) may be used to qualify. See income requirements - guarantor (i.e., Co-signers) below for more information.
Income requirements - guarantor (co-signers)
Guarantors (Co-signers) must have an individual gross monthly income which is equal to or greater than 3X the monthly rent. The guarantor (co-signer) must possess an American social security number in order to be considered for qualification. The guarantor (co-signer) must currently reside as a permanent resident in the United States. The preferred guarantor (co-signer) would have to be a closed family member ideally like a parent (including steps), grandparent, or a sibling. We do not permit non-relatives, friends, or acquaintances to act as guarantors (co-signers) for the applicant. After approval, guarantors must complete a Lease Contract Guaranty form in the presence of a Centennial apartment associates, or they must have the form notarized with the original paperwork returned to our associates. The guarantor (co-signers) should be made aware that if the occupant that they are co-signing for, defaults on their rent, the guarantor would assume the payment of the unpaid rent in their place. Any unpaid debts incurred at the property by the co-signed occupant, would affect the guarantors (co-signers) credit score as well as with the co-signed occupant. We hope the guarantor (co-signers) understands the risk and the responsibility when they co-sign for the applicant/occupant.
What is an example of a proof of income?
All prospective leaseholders must provide acceptable proof of income documentation supporting their stated income amount from their rental application within 48 hours from the time it is requested by a Centennial-apt-rentals associate. Examples of qualifying proof of income documentation include, but are not limited to:
A. If employed, the last 2 months bank statements in addition to pay stubs for the last 30 days.
B. If the applicant is newly employed within the last 30 days or less, applicant can provide an offer letter from the employer.
C. If self-employed, the last 3 months bank statements in addition to a tax return (must be within the last 12 months). See below for the full list of qualifying proof of income documentation.
Bank Statement requirements: Applicant must provide full bank statements (all pages) for the most recent 3 months.
Tax Return requirements: Applicant must provide personal tax returns, last filed, must be within the last 12 months. *If applicant filed an extension on the previous year's tax filing, the applicant must provide file extension (typically Form 4868) AND tax returns from the prior two years. Applicants may also provide proof of the non-filing in lieu of extension.
D. If applicant is unemployed, these are the things we need to see from the applicant:
Applicant can provide most recent 6 months of bank statements.
Applicant can provide a copy of a trust agreement or trustee's statement confirming the amount, frequency, and duration of income statements.
If applicant is receiving unemployment benefits, the applicant must provide most recent 3 months of bank statements. In addition to that, the applicant must provide the most recent Unemployment Benefit's statement as well.
What other verifiable alternative evidence can I use aside from proof of income?
For applicants using a government rent subsidy, you have the right to provide verifiable alternative evidence of your ability to pay rent using a government rent subsidy, including, but not limited to, government benefit payments, pay records, and bank statements. If you exercise your rights under this rule and provide us with the required documentation, we will use that documentation instead of performing a credit check. If you wish to provide alternative evidence of your ability to pay instead of a credit check, contact the property management team or the associate assisting in your application.
Is it necessary to perform a criminal background check on each applicant?
Yes. All applicants and prospective occupants 18 years of age and older must submit an application for a criminal background check to verify criminal history for convictions, not just arrests. The application or initial occupancy of any person may be denied at any time based on a history of particular criminal convictions or deferred adjudication as established by the Centennial-apt-rental's policy. It is Centennial-apt-rental's policy to consider felony convictions or deferred adjudication within the seven years preceding application, and certain misdemeanor convictions or deferred adjudication for offenses involving actual or potential physical harm to person(s) or property, sex or morals related offenses, offenses involving manufacturing, sale or delivery of any controlled substance, drug paraphernalia, or weapons; or fraud or financial offenses, within the three years preceding application. Convictions for sex-related offenses may be subject to consideration beyond these time limits.
As defined by the California State Courts and the Fair Housing Act, the landlords should not reject all applicants with any kind of criminal history, which could potentially be viewed as discriminatory. However, the landlords can present a compelling case that the applicant poses a risk to the property or to the safety and health of other tenants, then the landlord has a "justifiable reason" to reject an applicant with certain criminal background. Criminal histories that include violent crimes like murder, assault, arson, or extensive property damage would fit that category. If you have a criminal record but would like to be still considered as an applicant to our property, you might consider getting a letter of expungement from the courts to have your criminal records expunged before you apply.
Do I need renters insurance?
We require renter's insurance or a proof of an active liability insurance policy. Prior to move in, applicants must provide a renter's insurance policy which contains at least $100,000 in Personal Liability Insurance. Applicants can conveniently purchase renters insurance from our preferred provider American Family. If you prefer, you could choose others that best suits your needs (i.e., State Farm, Progressive.com, Liberty Mutual, Lemonade, Toggle, Farmers, Nationwide, epremium, etc.) Until you provide us proof that you have obtained a personal renter's insurance or liability insurance policy with minimum $100,000 in liability coverage for the duration of your lease, we will procure liability-only insurance coverage on your behalf, and you will be charged $35.00 per month as additional monthly rent. (Please note that affordable housing applicants are exempt from this rule).
What if I have a change in roommate?
If a new leaseholder moves in, the new leaseholder and all remaining leaseholders must fill out an application and qualify according to income and criminal standards. If a roommate moves out, all remaining leaseholders will need to re-qualify according to income and criminal standards.
Is parking included in my rent?
No. Parking is not included with the rent. Parking rates will vary depending on the availability of parking space in the carport area. In general we charge $100 a month per car. We only allow one car per unit. Additional cars would have to be parked out on the public streets.
Can I have guests?
Yes, you are welcome to have guests at your apartment. Please keep in mind you are responsible for your guests and everyone must abide to the Centennial building community policies and be compliant with the lease agreement. If the guest plans to stay either more than 14 days during a 12 month period, or 3 consecutive days, they must get a written approval from the property manager or a Centennial building associate.
What is the move-out process?
You are required to give a 30 days written notice to vacate prior to moving, and this written notice must be submitted directly to the property manager or the Centennial building associates. When you vacate, you must remove all personal belongings, and clear out all the trash. It is expected you leave the apartment in the same condition as you received it. Failure to remove all personal belongings and trash, and return the apartment in the same condition as before you moved in, could result in the loss of partial or all of your security deposit.
What if I need to cancel my lease before the full year is up?
Cancelling a lease before completing the full year of occupancy will result in the loss of the occupant's security deposit, as well as receiving a negative assessment report on the "landlord's reference letter" which we have an obligation to submit to the former occupant's next landlord upon request as part of the reference check requirement on their applicant. Generally it never is a good idea for the tenant to terminate their lease before the full year is up, after all, the lease is suppose to be a binding contractual agreement.
Can I extend my lease?
Yes, we allow leases to extend month to month after a full year lease ends. Month to month fees may apply. Please remember you are still responsible to give a 30 day written notice to vacate, and it must be received directly by the property manager or an associate . Oral notice or text messages to vacate is not considered an official notice, and is therefore not valid.
Do you offer housekeeping services?
We currently do not offer housekeeping services. The tenant is responsible for maintaining and organizing the inside of their apartment unit themselves.
Can I bring our own furniture?
Absolutely. Since the unit we offered is unfurnished, you have to provide your own furniture anyway, and as long as your furniture could fit through the opening of the front entrance door without causing any damage to the building.
Can residents mount a wall TV, shelves, and picture portraits on their apartment walls?
No, unless you have a written approval by the property manager first.
Can residents paint their apartment?
No, unless you have a written approval by the property manager first.
Can residents install curtain rods in their apartment?
Yes
Are grills allowed on patio?
Yes, only if your unit has a private patio.
Can residents decorate their patio area?
Yes, But the patio could not be used as a primary storage area. Only the designated storage area in the patio could be used for storage. Since this is an open storage area, please be aware that the property owner is not responsible for any damages to the tenant's belongings due to being exposed to the outdoor patio, or loss due to theft. This is why tenants are responsible for getting their own "renter's insurance" as covered in one of the FAQ sections earlier.
Are satellite dishes allowed on the patio area?
No. However, hookups for existing satellite dishes are already ready for connection, but they would not be located in the patio area.
Can I host my apartment unit as an AirBnb or other equivalent accommodation hosting sites?
No.
Are utilities included?
Only water is included with the rent. The occupants are responsible for getting gas, electricity, and garbage disposal. Gas utility is through Southern California Gas Company, and electric & waste disposal is through LADWP (Los Angeles Department of Water and Power).
Can you explain to me about the fair housing statement?
Yes. We are committed to compliance with fair housing laws and do not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do reserve the right to have differences in policies at our different properties, and to treat some people differently than others, based on lawful criteria. Lawful reasons we may treat people differently include, but are not limited to: rental history, credit report, criminal history, income, illegal drug use, etc. Upon request, we will make reasonable accommodations to rules, policies, practices, or services, and allow reasonable physical modifications, when required to give persons with disabilities access to and use of our property, We may require execution of an addendum regarding the approval and implementation of accommodations or modifications and any restoration obligations. This is a good faith statement of our intent to abide by applicable fair housing laws. This statement is not intended to and does not expand, extend, or create any legal obligation, right, or remedy for us or for you beyond those independently imposed by applicable fair housing laws (including, without limitation, by contractually extending any statute of limitations).
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