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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Leasing & Applications

Applicants need a government-issued photo ID, proof of income, and any additional documentation requested during the screening process. Signed offer letters are accepted if you do not currently have proof of income. We look for applicants to earn at least three times the monthly rent.

Do you (and your roommate) earn a combined income of 3x the monthly rent?

Are you a F-1 Visa holder?

Are you a student with no income?

Do you have a guarantor?

Yes. The application fee is $25/person

Most applications are processed within 1–4 business days, depending on the completeness of your application and the screening process.

Yes. Renters insurance is required before move-in to help protect your personal belongings and provide liability coverage. You can use our preferred vendor Resident Shield for $20/month, which will sync directly to your Rent Cafe Account. All 3rd party vendors and policies must be submitted to Seawall annually. Residents with no policy on file will be automatically enrolled with Resident Shield

While typically we offer 12 months leases, our policy is for all lease terms to end between June - September each year. We do not offer lease terms that end outside of those months.

Security deposits vary based on screening results. Typically the range is between $1,000 - 1 months rent. The deposit will never exceed 1-months rent.

Yes. Current residents will receive renewal options at least 120 before their lease expires. Residents must give notice to vacate at least 90 days before or otherwise will be automatically renewed.

Residents are eligible to transfer to another available apartment within the community at the end of their current lease. There is a $250 transfer fee and a ~day overlap in rent while you move.

Rent & Utilities

Rent is due on the first day of each month. It will be considered late on the 11th. With a 5% late fee.

Residents can pay rent securely online through their Rent Cafe Account via credit card, debit card or ACH transfer. Cash and checks are not accepted.

The resident is responsible for the cost of their own cable/wifi and electricity usage. Water, trash and sewer is included with rent. If you choose to own a pet there will be a 250$ Refundable Deposit and $35/month rent.

We offer one, free parking spot per bedroom. Additional will be $75/Month.

Apartments & Amenities

While our community is pet friendly, we do have breed restrictions and weight limits. Please work with the leasing staff for your specific needs.

While we do not offer furnished apartments, we would be happy to connect with you a local furniture rental company.

All of our communities are smoke-free.

All apartments include in-unit washers and dryers for your convenience!

Office hours are by appointment only, Monday - Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm.

Absolutely. We offer both in-person and virtual tours by appointment only. Because the apartments coming available are typically occupied, tours are scheduled after an application has been submitted and approved.

Our North Central Baltimore communities provide convenient access to downtown, major highways including I-95 and I-695, public transportation, shopping, dining, schools, and major employers.

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