556 Middle St, Fairhope, AL 36532

Welcome to 556 Middle St in Fairhope! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage-style home offers a wonderful mix of character, updates, and an excellent location near downtown Fairhope. Inside, you'll find a bright and inviting living space featuring beautiful hardwood flooring, a unique wood-plank ceiling, ceiling fans, and an open living and kitchen layout. The home also offers a nicely updated bathroom, a separate laundry/mudroom, and an additional flexible space that works perfectly as a dining room, home office, or bonus area. Newer windows and a sliding glass door help bring plenty of natural light throughout the home. Outside, enjoy a spacious fenced backyard surrounded by mature trees, providing plenty of room to relax or enjoy the outdoors. The sliding door leads directly to the covered one-car carport, and the property also offers additional driveway parking. Pets allowed with a $250 pet fee per pet Rental Application Requirements HOLDING FEE A non-refundable holding fee equal to one month's rent is due within 24 hours of application approval. This fee will hold the home for 14 days from the date of the application. Once a lease is signed, the holding fee: - Removes the property from the market - Converts to the security deposit This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. APPLICATION PROCESS All applicants 19 and older must apply individually. Application fee: $75 per person (non-refundable) Multiple applicants/roommates: Each must complete a separate application. Applications are valid and transferable within 30 days. Occupancy Limits: Must comply with HUD guidelines for the property. IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS A valid photo ID is required for each applicant. Applicants without a Social Security Number must provide proof of permitted stay in the U.S., such as a valid U.S./INS visa. INCOME & CREDIT REQUIREMENTS Credit Score: - Minimum 600 - No landlord collections or prior evictions accepted Income: - Must be 3 times the monthly rent (Example: $1,500 rent requires $4,500 in monthly income) Acceptable proof of income includes: 1. Recent paystub with YTD income, company name, applicant's name, and date 2. 1099 for self-employment 3. Most recent tax return 4. Documentation of child support, alimony, SSI, SDI, retirement, or pension 5. Employer offer letter with company name, applicant's name, and date CRIMINAL & FINANCIAL BACKGROUND Felony convictions are grounds for denial in the last 7 years for: - Violence, assault, battery, firearms, arson, or drug manufacturing/distribution Sexual offenses: Any conviction regardless of when it occurred will result in denial Bankruptcies: Must be discharged for 3 years CO-SIGNERS Must meet all standard criteria Must submit an application and pay the $75 application fee (non-refundable) RENTAL HISTORY 2 years of verifiable rental history required - Must include prior landlord's name, phone number, and email address - History must show: Timely payments, No noise/disturbance complaints, No unpaid NSF fees, damages, evictions, liens, or foreclosures Prior homeownership is accepted as equivalent to rental history PETS Allowed at owner's discretion (check property listing) Pet Fee: $250 per pet (non-refundable) Additional non-refundable deposits may apply per property listing Pet Restrictions: Breed restrictions apply to aggressive breeds No pets under 1 year of age allowed Pet Addendum: Required for each pet Pet Screening: Fees: $30 for the first pet, $35 for the second pet, No fee for service animals or emotional support animals. SERVICE/ SUPPORT ANIMALS Must submit a separate application with: - A reasonable accommodation request - Documentation from a licensed medical professional APPLICATION TIMELINE Processing time: Up to 1 week Applications are processed in order received (once fully completed) No processing on weekends or holidays We will contact you for missing documents ADDITIONAL NOTES If multiple applications are submitted for the same property, the first fully completed application will be considered. Lease start date must be within 14 days of application approval. Homes are rented in "as-is" condition. We do not allow: Subletting, Corporate leasing, Airbnb usage FLEXIBLE RENT OPTION We now offer FLEX Flexible Rent. UTILITIES The tenant is responsible for all utilities. Electric: Fairhope utilities Gas: Fairhope utilities. Water/Sewer: Fairhope utilities trash: Fairhope utilities landscaping: not included