FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Answers to Common Questions About Athens Reserve
We’ve answered some of the questions we receive most often about floor plans, pricing, rental criteria, deposits, utilities, pets, maintenance, and more.
LEASING & AVAILABILITY
Leasing Questions
What type of apartments do you offer?
Athens Reserve offers studio apartment homes only.
How much is rent?
Rent currently ranges from $790 to $860 depending on floor plan and availability.
Are utilities included?
Yes. Water, sewer, trash, gas, and electricity are included. Residents are responsible for arranging and paying for their own cable and internet service.
How do I apply?
Applications are completed online. Each person age 18 or older who will be residing in the apartment for more than 5 days in a month must complete a separate application.
How much is the application fee?
The application fee is $75 per person and is non-refundable.
How long does the application process take?
Once the application, fee, and supporting documents have been submitted, decisions are typically made within about 72 hours.
What do I need to apply?
You will need a completed application, valid government-issued ID, one month of recent pay stubs, and verification of any additional income.
Do you hold apartments?
Apartments are first-come, first-served. A unit is not held by an application alone. Only a paid security deposit will hold a unit.
QUALIFYING
Approval and Qualification Questions
What income is required to qualify?
Gross monthly income must be at least 2.5 times the monthly rent, and all income must be verifiable.
What rental history do you require?
Applicants must have verifiable and comparable rental history. Applicants must not owe a balance to a current or previous landlord.
Do you accept co-signers?
In some cases, yes. Co-signers must complete an application, pay the application fee, and meet all other qualifying criteria.
How many people can live in an apartment?
No more than 2 people may occupy an apartment.
Can my application be denied?
Yes. Applications may be denied for failure to meet rental, income, credit, criminal, or documentation requirements.
PETS
Pet Questions
Are pets allowed?
Yes, approved pets are allowed. A maximum of 2 pets is permitted per apartment.
Are there pet size restrictions?
Yes. Approved pets must be under 30 pounds.
What is required for pet approval?
Pet approval requires a completed animal application, current vaccination records, required deposits, dog DNA registration if applicable, and management approval.
What are the pet charges?
Approved pets require a refundable pet deposit of $150 per animal, plus the mandatory Pet Perks Program monthly charge.
What is the Pet Perks Program?
Pet Perks is a required monthly charge for approved pets. It is $25 per month for 1 animal and $40 per month for 2 animals.
Do dogs need DNA registration?
Yes. All dogs must complete DNA registration at the owner’s cost.
RESIDENT SERVICES
Living at Athens Reserve
Reserved Parking
$25 per month, subject to availability.
Package Valet
$20 per month with inside apartment delivery.
Trash Valet
$20 per month.
Keyless Entry
$15 per month.
Credit Builder Program
$15 per month.
Lease Terms
6, 9, and 12-month lease options available.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and Service Requests
How do I request maintenance?
Routine maintenance requests should be submitted through the AppFolio resident portal.
How quickly are routine requests handled?
Routine service requests are prioritized by urgency and are typically addressed within 1 to 2 business days.
What is considered an after-hours emergency?
After-hours emergencies include major power outage, active flooding, or uncontrollable water.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
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If you still need help after reviewing these questions, please contact our team and we’ll be happy to assist you.