305 S Water St, Saint Joseph, IL 61873

305 S. Water Street, Saint Joseph, IL 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1,073 sq ft $1,575 per month Welcome to your dream home, nestled on a serene street with the picturesque Salt Fork River as your backyard. This unique property offers the perfect blend of nature and modern living, featuring mature trees, lush landscaping, and an expansive work shed ideal for any project or hobby. Step inside to discover a newly renovated interior, starting with a brand-new kitchen designed to impress. Enjoy cooking in style with sleek white cabinets adorned with brushed nickel pulls, complemented by faux marble countertops, a stone backsplash, and gleaming stainless steel appliances. The spacious dining room is perfect for family gatherings, while the living room and bedrooms boast durable wood grain vinyl plank flooring, adding a warm, contemporary feel to the home. And let's not forget the bathrooms! The main bathroom has been beautifully updated with a modern vanity, and the highly sought-after extra half bathroom adds convenience to this already exceptional property. Don't miss out on this rare chance to rent a truly special home in Saint Joseph. Contact us today to schedule your private showing! 1. WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS? *Credit score in the 600 range, *History of on-time rental payments with previous landlord verification *Stable income of 3 times the rent *Tenant responsibility for utilities *Maximum of 2 pets with pet rent By meeting these criteria, you demonstrate financial responsibility, reliability, and adherence to guidelines. We warmly welcome you as our potential tenant. 2. WHAT IS THE APPLICATION PROCESS? Zillow application is acceptable 3. HOW DO I SCHEDULE A SHOWING? contact us 4. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RENT? -This will depend on the location of the home. Generally speaking, on a regular house the tenant pays for all utilities and lawn care. 5. WHAT IS THE PET POLICY? Maximum of two pets allowed with a pet rent of $25 per month, per pet: We understand the importance of companionship, and we welcome up to two pets. The nominal pet rent ensures the well-being of both our human and furry residents. 6. DO YOU OFFER RENT TO OWN? Yes. On the Rent to Own, we do help you with credit repair to get your credit score up to the 640 range so that you can get regular home financing within 12 to 18 months, sometimes sooner. In the meantime, we give you credit of $100 every month that goes towards the purchase of the home. You will be responsible for any repairs under $500 as training for when you own the home. We do require a down payment of $3,000 and that gets credited back to you when you buy the home. 7. WHAT IS THE LENGTH OF THE LEASE? Rent is based on a 1-year lease term. Shorter leases can be accommodated, but at a higher rental amount. 8. WHAT IS REQUIRED UPON MOVING-IN? -First month's rent, plus 1 to 2 months deposit, depending up on the strength of the application. 9. DO YOU TAKE ALL APPLICATIONS? *All homes are offered without discrimination to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or familial status. *Each occupant must submit an application. *In cases where not all qualifications are met, compensating factors may be considered. These factors can include additional requirements such as an increased deposit, advance rent payment, or the presence of an approved local co-signer. 10. DO YOU ACCEPT SECTION 8? Yes, we do accept Section 8, the applicant will need to meet the remaining qualifications: *Credit score in the 600 range, *History of on-time rental payments with previous landlord verification *Stable income of 3 times the rent *Tenant responsibility for utilities *Maximum of 2 pets with pet rent By meeting these criteria, you demonstrate financial responsibility, reliability, and adherence to guidelines. We warmly welcome you as our potential tenant. 11. HOW MUCH IS REQUIRED FOR MOVING IN? At the time of signing the lease, the deposit is required, which is generally one times the amount of the rent. On or before the move in date, the full rent is due. If the move in date is not on the first of the month, the prorated amount of the rent is due on the move in date. For instance, if the rent is $1200 per month and the move in date is the 15th of the month, half of the rent is due, which is $600. 12. WHO PAYS FOR UTILITIES? On a regular single family rental home, the tenant is responsible for all utilities and lawn care. 13. HOW MUCH IS THE DEPOSIT? The deposit is usually the same amount as the rent and is due at the time of signing the lease.