Leasing Guidelines

Leasing Guidelines

Finding a home doesn't have to be complicated and time consuming. Here are some tips to help you save time and avoid confusion as you navigate the application and renting process.

Rental listings

The rental list is updated several times each week and is the most current source of information for available homes, condos, and apartments. Many of the homes listed for rent are not yet available for viewing. If you interested in any of the homes listed, or have any questions about rental rates, amenities, lease terms, or other details, please contact our office by telephone or email. A property manager will contact you within 24 hours.



View homes

Homes listed as Available Now can be viewed by appointment. Video tours of rental homes are increasingly available. Some homes may require an approved rental application before viewing.

Submit a rental application

  • Before applying to rent a home please review the rental application terms and requirements. In order to submit a application, you must review the application agreement carefully and acknowledge that you accept its terms. If you do not agree with any of the terms or conditions, do not submit an application.
  • A complete and separate application is required from anyone 18 years and older who will reside at the property. All blanks on the application must be filled in. Countryside Property Management requires $40.00 as a processing fee to check income, rental or home ownership history, credit history and eviction history. The fee is non-refundable if the application is processed. Personal checks will not be accepted for payment of the processing fee. All applications must be submitted to a Countryside Property Management office or online. To submit an online rental application, navigate to the property of your choice on the rental list and click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
  • Application processing normally takes 2 - 3 business days however can take longer depending on our ability to verify necessary information with third parties. If your application is denied, you may begin the application process only after a period of six months has passed. Applications will not be pre-screened. Once an application has been completed, you will be notified of the result via email or mail. An approved application does NOT guarantee you any property. An approved application will only determine your eligibility to rent a property you have qualified for.
  • A credit and eviction report will be obtained for each applicant. We do not accept credit reports from outside sources. Cosigners will not be accepted. All co-applicants admitted to assist with the necessary requirements must reside in California. Bankruptcies filed within the last year may disqualify an application. Any past eviction in the past will disqualify an application. Rental references are considered unverifiable if, after three business days, your landlord has not returned Countryside Property Management’s phone calls or faxes. All income must be lawful and verifiable.
  • If your application is approved for property that is available now you can pay the move-in costs, sign a lease agreement and complete a move-in inspection within 2-3 business days. If your application is approved and your move-in date is not immediate, a consideration fee up to 50% of the first month’s rent may be taken to hold the property for up to ten days. A consideration fee must be in the form of a cashier’s check or money order only. Paying a holding fee will hold the property for ten days from the date of availability. Should you decide to not rent the property after paying the consideration fee, the fee is non-refundable. You will be required to pay the first month’s rent, security deposit and any other applicable deposits prior to execution of a lease agreement, also in the form of a cashier’s check or money order only. If your rental application is approved and the home you applied for is no longer available, you may transfer your rental application to another home of your choice or request a refund of your rental application fees.     
  • Renter’s Insurance is required. Renter’s Insurance policies are designed to cover YOU in the event of loss to your personal property and protect you in the event you are responsible for injury or property damage to others in your rented apartment, home or condominium. Evidence of Renters Insurance must be provided prior to execution of a lease or rental agreement. Rates and coverage for Renter’s Insurance may vary.
  • Unless otherwise provided in California Civil Code § 54.2, or other law, no animal or pet shall be kept on or about the Premises without Landlord’s prior written consent. There is an increase in security deposit of at least $300.00 for each pet. (varies by property, maximum of 2 pets). No puppies under six months allowed. Doberman Pinscher, Pit-Bull, Rottweiler, Great Dane, Presa Canario, Cane Corso, and Wolf Hybrid, whether purebred or crossbred, are prohibited. All pets residing at the property must be listed at time of application. Pets cannot be added to rental agreement/lease after the application has been submitted. Applicants must submit a current photograph of the animal(s) listed on the rental application.


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