Rental Qualifications

Who Needs to Apply?

All individuals aged 18 years or older who intend to reside at the property are required to submit an individual application, irrespective of their ability to provide proof of income. A non-refundable application fee of $65 is applicable to each applicant. (Applications remain valid for a period of 45 days from the date of completion.) Evernest does not discriminate against any applicant based on their personal characteristics or beliefs.

Identity Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit a front and back of their ID, along with a live selfie for identity verification. Military IDs will not be permitted. The pictures submitted must be taken live—screenshots will not be accepted under any circumstances—and the ID presented must be non-expired.

Credit, Eviction, Criminal

A residential credit report will be executed for all applicants (this differs from a traditional FICO credit report). For specifics regarding Evernest’s credit scoring criteria, click here. (Conditional approvals will result in a higher security deposit if approved.)

• Open bankruptcies, outstanding rental debt, and evictions within the last 7 years will result in application denial.
• Criminal reports are reviewed based on offense type, severity, and time elapsed since the offense occurred.

Income Verification

Each applicant must provide favorable proof of income. Applicants may be required to:

• Link their bank/payroll account to the application software
• Submit paystubs, bank statements, or benefit letters
• Provide signed offer letters or employer details for future employment
• Supply any other applicable documentation—all in PDF format (screenshots are strictly prohibited)

The matrix below outlines the specific income thresholds depending on the source of income provided.

Section 8

Evernest will NOT decline a Section 8 applicant solely based on the group’s credit score or income. Section 8 applicants will still be required to meet our qualifications regarding rental debt, open bankruptcies, eviction, and criminal screening.

Guarantor Policy

Guarantors may be added to an application for applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements for income and/or credit score. Additionally, the guarantor of the application assumes full financial responsibility for the lease. Guarantors will be required to meet all approval requirements, and must have at least:

• A residential credit score of 650 or higher
• 24 months of verifiable rental history
• A higher income threshold as highlighted in the matrix below

*Please note, the income of the co-signer(s) will not be combined with the applicant’s income. However, if there are multiple co-signers, their incomes will be combined when evaluating financial eligibility*

Who Needs to Apply?

All individuals aged 18 years or older who are financially responsible will be required to submit an individual application. An application fee of $37 will be charged upon move-in. (Applications remain valid for a period of 45 days from the date of completion.) Evernest does not discriminate against any applicant based on their personal characteristics or beliefs.

Identity Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit a front and back of ID, along with a selfie for identity verification. Military IDs will not be permitted for identity verification. The pictures submitted must be taken live; screenshots will not be accepted under any circumstances. Additionally, the identity type submitted is required to be non-expired.

Credit, Eviction, Criminal

A residential credit report will be executed for all applicants applying, which differs from a traditional FICO credit report. For specifics regarding Evernest’s credit scoring criteria, click here. (Conditional approvals will result in a higher security deposit if approved.)

• Open bankruptcies, outstanding rental debt, and evictions that occurred within the last 7 years will result in an application denial.
• The criminal report for each applicant will be reviewed, in which the offense type, severity, and length of time since the offense occurred will be taken into consideration.

Income Verification

Each applicant will be subjected to show favorable proof of income. Applicants may be required to link their bank/payroll account, provide paystubs, bank statements, benefit letters, offer letters, employer details for future employment, and other applicable documents to verify income as listed on the application. All documentation provided must be in .PDF format, as screenshots are strictly prohibited. Income thresholds will be subjected to local ordinances dependent on 80% median income.

Section 8

Evernest will NOT decline a Section 8 applicant solely based on the group’s credit score, or income. Section 8 applicants will still be required to meet our qualifications regarding rental debt, open bankruptcies, eviction, and criminal screening.

Guarantor Policy

Guarantors may be added to an application for applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements for income and/or credit score. Additionally, the guarantor of the application assumes full financial responsibility of the lease. Guarantors will be required to meet all approval requirements as stated above.

*Please note, the income of the co-signer(s) will not be combined with the applicant’s income. However, if there are multiple co-signers, their incomes will be combined when evaluating financial eligibility*

Pet Policy

A $25 non-refundable pet verification will be charged on the application for each pet. Please refer to the marketing description for any property-specific stipulations such as pet deposit, pet rent, weight limits, etc. (Subject to applicable state and local laws). View the full pet policy here.

Who Needs to Apply?

All individuals aged 18 years or older who intend to reside at the property are required to submit an individual application, irrespective of their ability to provide proof of income. A non-refundable application fee of $65 is applicable to each applicant. Applications remain valid for a period of 45 days from the date of completion. Evernest does not discriminate against any applicant based on their personal characteristics or beliefs.

Have a Portable Tenant Screening Report (PTSR)?

If you have a PTSR, you can upload a copy of the document here.

Identity Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit a front, and back of ID, along with a selfie for identity verification. Military ID’s will not be permitted for identity verification. The pictures submitted must be taken live, screenshots will not be accepted under any circumstances. Additionally, the identity type submitted is required to be non-expired.

Credit, Eviction, Criminal

A residential credit report will be executed for all applicants applying, which differs from a traditional FICO credit report. For specifics regarding Evernest’s credit scoring criteria, click here. (Conditional approvals will result in a higher security deposit if approved.)

• Open bankruptcies, outstanding rental debt, and evictions that occurred within the last 7 years will result in an application denial.
• The criminal report for each applicant will be reviewed, in which the offense type, severity, and length of time since the offence occurred will be taken into consideration.

Income Verification

Each applicant will be subjected to show favorable proof of income. Applicants may be required to link their bank/payroll account, provide paystubs, bank statements, benefit letters, offer letters, employer details for future employment, and other applicable documents to verify income as listed on the application. All documentation provided must be in .PDF format, as screenshots are strictly prohibited. The matrix below outlines the specific income thresholds depending on the source of income provided.

Section 8

Evernest will NOT decline a Section 8 applicant solely based on the group’s credit score, or income. Section 8 applicants will still be required to meet our qualifications regarding rental debt, open bankruptcies, eviction, and criminal screening.

Guarantor Policy

Guarantors may be added to an application for applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements for income and/or credit score. Additionally, the guarantor of the application assumes full financial responsibility of the lease. Guarantors will be required to meet all approval requirements, and must have at least a 650 credit score and 24 months of verifiable rental history.

Pet Policy

Please refer to the marketing description for any property-specific stipulations such as pet deposit, pet rent, weight limits, etc. (Subject to applicable state and local laws). View the full pet policy here.

Who Needs to Apply?

All individuals aged 18 years or older who are financially responsible will be required to submit an individual application. An application fee of $30 will be charged upon move-in. (Applications remain valid for a period of 45 days from the date of completion.) Evernest does not discriminate against any applicant based on their personal characteristics or beliefs.

Identity Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit a front and back of ID, along with a live selfie for identity verification. Military IDs will not be permitted. The pictures submitted must be taken live—screenshots will not be accepted under any circumstances—and the ID presented must be non-expired.

Credit and Criminal

A residential credit report will be executed for all applicants (this differs from a traditional FICO credit report). For specifics regarding Evernest’s credit scoring criteria, click here. (Conditional approvals will result in a higher security deposit if approved.)

• Open bankruptcies and outstanding rental debt will result in an application denial.
• The criminal report for each applicant will be reviewed based on offense type, severity, and time elapsed since the offense occurred.

Income Verification

Each applicant must provide favorable proof of income. Applicants may be required to link their bank/payroll account, provide paystubs, bank statements, benefit letters, offer letters, employer details for future employment, and other documentation—in PDF format only. The table below outlines the income thresholds by source:

Section 8

Evernest will NOT decline a Section 8 applicant solely based on the group’s credit score or income. Section 8 applicants must still meet our criteria for rental debt, open bankruptcies, eviction, and criminal screening.

Guarantor Policy

Guarantors may be added for applicants who do not meet income or credit requirements. The guarantor assumes full financial responsibility for the lease. Guarantors must meet all approval criteria and the income thresholds below:

*Please note, the income of co-signers will not be combined with the applicant’s income. However, if multiple co-signers exist, their incomes will be combined when evaluating eligibility.*

Pet Policy

A $25 non-refundable pet verification is charged per pet. Refer to each listing’s marketing description for property‑specific pet fees, deposits, or restrictions. View the full pet policy here.

Who Needs to Apply?

All individuals aged 18 years or older who intend to reside at the property are required to submit an individual application, irrespective of their ability to provide proof of income. A non-refundable application fee of $25 is applicable to each applicant. (Applications remain valid for a period of 45 days from the date of completion.) Evernest does not discriminate against any applicant based on their personal characteristics or beliefs.

Identity Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit a front and back of ID, along with a selfie for identity verification. Military IDs will not be permitted for identity verification. The pictures submitted must be taken live; screenshots will not be accepted under any circumstances. Additionally, the identity type submitted is required to be non-expired.

Credit, Eviction, Criminal

A residential credit report will be executed for all applicants applying, which differs from a traditional FICO credit report. For specifics regarding Evernest’s credit scoring criteria, click here. (Conditional approvals will result in a higher security deposit if approved.)

• Open bankruptcies, outstanding rental debt, and evictions that occurred within the last 7 years will result in an application denial.
• The criminal report for each applicant will be reviewed based on offense type, severity, and time elapsed since the offense occurred.

Income Verification

Each applicant will be subjected to show favorable proof of income. Applicants may be required to link their bank/payroll account, provide paystubs, bank statements, benefit letters, offer letters, employer details for future employment, and other applicable documents to verify income as listed on the application. All documentation provided must be in .PDF format, as screenshots are strictly prohibited. The matrix below outlines the specific income thresholds depending on the source of income provided.

Section 8

Evernest will NOT decline a Section 8 applicant solely based on the group’s credit score, or income. Section 8 applicants will still be required to meet our qualifications regarding rental debt, open bankruptcies, eviction, and criminal screening.

Guarantor Policy

Guarantors may be added to an application for applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements for income and/or credit score. Additionally, the guarantor of the application assumes full financial responsibility of the lease. Guarantors will be required to meet all approval requirements and a higher income threshold as highlighted in the matrix below.

*Please note, the income of the co-signer(s) will not be combined with the applicant’s income. However, if there are multiple co-signers, their incomes will be combined when evaluating financial eligibility.*

Pet Policy

A $25 non-refundable pet verification will be charged on the application for each pet. Please refer to the marketing description for any property-specific stipulations such as pet deposit, pet rent, weight limits, etc. (Subject to applicable state and local laws). View the full pet policy here.

Who Needs to Apply?

All individuals aged 18 years or older who intend to reside at the property are required to submit an individual application, irrespective of their ability to provide proof of income. A non-refundable application fee of $45 is applicable to each applicant. (Applications remain valid for a period of 45 days from the date of completion.) Evernest does not discriminate against any applicant based on their personal characteristics or beliefs.

Identity Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit a front and back of ID, along with a selfie for identity verification. Military IDs will not be permitted for identity verification. The pictures submitted must be taken live; screenshots will not be accepted under any circumstances. Additionally, the identity type submitted is required to be non-expired.

Credit, Eviction, Criminal

A residential credit report will be executed for all applicants applying, which differs from a traditional FICO credit report. For specifics regarding Evernest’s credit scoring criteria, click here. (Conditional approvals will result in a higher security deposit if approved.)

• Open bankruptcies, outstanding rental debt, and evictions within the last 7 years will result in application denial.
• Criminal reports are reviewed based on offense type, severity, and time elapsed since the offense occurred.

Income Verification

Each applicant will be subjected to show favorable proof of income. Applicants may be required to link their bank/payroll account, provide paystubs, bank statements, benefit letters, offer letters, employer details for future employment, and other applicable documents to verify income as listed on the application. All documentation provided must be in .PDF format, as screenshots are strictly prohibited. The matrix below outlines the specific income thresholds depending on the source of income provided.

Section 8

Evernest will NOT decline a Section 8 applicant solely based on the group’s credit score or income. Section 8 applicants will still be required to meet our qualifications regarding rental debt, open bankruptcies, eviction, and criminal screening.

Guarantor Policy

Guarantors may be added to an application for applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements for income and/or credit score. Additionally, the guarantor of the application assumes full financial responsibility of the lease. Guarantors will be required to meet all approval requirements, and must have at least a 650 credit score, 24 months of verifiable rental history, and a higher income threshold as highlighted in the matrix below.

*Please note, the income of the co-signer(s) will not be combined with the applicant’s income. However, if there are multiple co-signers, their incomes will be combined when evaluating financial eligibility*

Pet Policy

A $25 non-refundable pet verification will be charged on the application for each pet. Please refer to the marketing description for any property-specific stipulations such as pet deposit, pet rent, weight limits, etc. (Subject to applicable state and local laws). View the full pet policy here.