(Undisclosed Address), Olympia, WA 98506

Why live cooped up in an apartment with neighbors above, below and on all sides of you when you can rent one-half of a duplex for the same or less price and enjoy peace and quiet, privacy, an attached garage and a front and back yard? Available early July through Aug 1. Showings begin July 1 as the unit is occupied until June 30. This duplex is owned and managed by an Olympia "mom and pop" landlord. The drive by address is 1129 Tullis St. NE, Olympia, 98506. Minimum monthly income of $4,125 and credit score of 710 for every adult. Preferred income of $5,400 brings housing and utility costs down to 30-35% of overall monthly income. To receive the drive-by address and to be considered for a showing, please respond with initial qualifying information: household income and credit score, number of occupants, dog(s) if any and anything else you would like us to know. One-year duplex lease in very walkable NE Olympia neighborhood located near San Francisco Street Bakery, the city's new food truck park, Mission Creek Nature Park, walking trails, two neighborhood groceries, Roosevelt Elementary and Reeves Middle School. This duplex is located in a low-car traffic and quiet neighborhood very popular with walkers, bicyclists and individuals who bus or drive to downtown Olympia. This neighborhood is just a short walk, bike or drive away for people who like to walk along East Bay Drive with its gorgeous marine views of Budd Inlet, shop, socialize and hear music at Olympia Farmers Market, walk, bike or hike along a waterfront trail starting at Swan Town Marina, or visit 314 acres of upland forests and beach trails at nearby Squaxin Park. This mid-century style duplex is also an ideal place for people who love the charm and beauty of red oak hardwood floors, mahogany paneling and maple cabinets. When at home, sit under a large outdoor covered deck and look out onto a large fenced backyard (divided from the other unit's backyard) and enjoy shade provided by an apple and fruitful plum tree. Or spend time in your clean and well-lit attached garage with remote door opener. Unlike apartments, which can be noisy and lack privacy, each duplex side is divided by back-to-back garages, with each unit's bedroom located on the far outside walls. Which means more privacy and quiet for you Have several vehicles? No problem. Up to four parking spots available: in garage, in driveway and along street. Because we have a large fenced backyard, we will consider a FRIENDLY dog(s) with conditions. No cats or other pets please. Besides providing tenants with a washer and dryer and mowing the lawn, the landlord also pays for exterior treatment of sugar ants, which are common in northeast Olympia. Tenant pays all utilities, including City of Olympia W/S/G and PSE Electric/Natural Gas. Though your bills may vary dependent upon your usage, the most recent tenant paid about $252 a month for all of the above, which does not include internet or phone charges. Assuming your utility usage would be about the same, and assuming no increase in current utility charges, at this time the monthly cost of living in this unit is probably around $1,900 in after-tax dollars ($1,650 for rent and $250 for utilities). REQUIREMENTS: * Verifiable income must exceed $4,125 per month. However, because the rent ($1,650) and tenant-paid utilities may cost about $1,900, about $5,400 in monthly income is needed if applicants only want to spend 30 to 35 percent of their gross income on housing. * Applicants preferably have a credit score of 710 or above. * Security Deposit of $1,650. * 1-year lease required (Does not convert to month to month). * Renter's Insurance required before move in. * No prior evictions, bankruptcies, criminal convictions. * Must have positive prior landlord reference. * Occupancy limits apply. * Comprehensive reusable tenant screening reports not accepted. FEATURES: * Fenced back yard with Italian Plum tree and apple tree. Both provide summer shade. *Large covered outdoor patio. * Solid red oak hardwood floor in all rooms except laundry room (porcelain tile) and bathroom. * Original maple cabinets, closet doors, and interior trim. Beautiful all mahogany walls in living room and hallways. * Newer double pane vinyl windows with locks, screens, curtain rods and/or vinyl blinds. * One-car garage with electric garage opener * Living room ceiling fan with light. LED lights throughout the duplex. *Large bathroom with a window that opens, a cast iron tub, hand-held detachable shower, a very quiet ceiling fan, ample cupboard space, & full-length mirror. * Kitchen includes: window over sink, refrigerator, electric stove, vented range hood, and lots of cupboard space. *Washer, dryer, and dishwasher are located in separate room with large amount of cupboard storage. * Access hallway separates the two duplexes and serves as a sound barrier * Includes window AC Unit