We are seeking tenants for the lower portion of this lakefront home. It has a separate and secure entry. This rental is unfurnished. The house sits on a large property, with a rare 175 feet of waterfront. The lower level opens out onto the yard and shoreline of the property. The west yard is designated for the lower unit; the large south yard (which includes the dock and swimming area) is shared with the upper unit and homeowner. The kitchen area is open, with full-sized refrigerator, gas stove and dishwasher. The living room has a small, free-standing gas fireplace. There is a 3/4 bath as well as a jetted-tub in the "spa room," which is separate from the bathroom and has an exterior door out to the west yard. Radiant heating comes up from the floor and is fueled by natural gas. There is a full-sized washer & dryer located in the kitchen area. A shared (but otherwise secure) utility/furnace room offers space to store personal equipment (such as a paddle board or bike). Additional secure on-site storage is available for a monthly fee. Parking is on the street level. Exterior stairs take you from the street down to the yard, lakeshore, and main entry to the lower unit. Utilities: The owner pays 15% of the usage charges for gas, electricity, water, and sewer. The remainder is shared proportionally with the upstairs. Upper and lower tenants share garbage, recycle, and yard waste fees. Tenants in this lower unit are responsible for turning on and off the sprinkler system in spring and summer. The remainder of yard maintenance is shared. As noted, this property has 175 feet of accessible waterfront. Be aware that this presents a severe hazard for young children. No vaping or smoking of any substances is allowed on the property There is easy access to both I-5 and Hi-way 167. Only 22 minutes to Seattle and 18 minutes to Tacoma. Texting is the best way to reach me but email is fine as well; no phone calls please. We are seeking tenants for the lower level of this home which is 1010 square feet. It has a separate and secure entry. Pets will be considered on a case by case basis and may be accepted with additional pet rent (some restrictions apply.) The amount of pet rent depends on number, size, and type. Note that the yard is not fully fenced. The property owner pays 15% of utility usage, the remainder is split between the two units. Utilities costs vary month by month. Most of the utilities are billed every other month; trash & recycling are billed every three months. This is a no-smoking/no vaping property. We do not accept portable applications. Quiet hours are in effect after 9:00 PM. The Last Month's Rent may be paid in a lump sum up front or in 6 monthly installments. Application & Screening Fee: $55 per adult applicant or emancipated minor. Renter's insurance, including liability, is required. Full criteria & application instructions will be emailed in reply to inquiry along with a list of documents and funds required. Please ask questions if anything is unclear. Must be able to begin lease by June 1, 2026. If no qualifying candidates are available for that date, we will go to each subsequent weekend until a qualifying candidate is found. Monthly costs, other than regular rent, are: pet rent (if applicable), utilities (varies month to month), $10 admin fee for utilities billing, extra storage fee (if desired), 1/6th of Last Months Rent (for duration of 6 months) unless paid up front in lump sum, monthly payments to insurance company unless paid in a lump sum. Tours are by appointment only (do not disturb current tenants). After reading the entire ad, please text or email to schedule a tour. Please give your first name so I can keep folks straight and include your time parameters (evening, morning, mid-day, from 5-7 pm, or whatever). No phone calls, please. My apologies for not using Zillow's automated tour scheduling; it has significant flaws.
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