4480 38th St

About This Home

Updated Craftsman Style Bungalow in Normal Heights Welcome to this beautiful cozy bungalow in Normal Heights and a short walk to Kensington Village. The home is move-in-ready and was recently freshly painted. Although this home retains much of its 100 year old charm, it has updated plumbing and electrical to ensure comfort and convenience. Key Features: Traditional Bungalow Layout: Enjoy easy-to-clean and durable faux maple hardwood (laminate) flooring throughout, except in kitchen and bathroom where floors are tiled. Recently painted walls. Updated Kitchen: Black melamine countertops, sink, faucet and new appliances (refrigerator, stove/oven and microwave oven). Kitchen also features a drop-down style dining table and two windows for natural light and ventilation. Stylish Bathroom: Bathroom has been updated with newer vanity, sinks, faucets, and mirrored medicine cabinet. Bathtub/shower has recently been refinished. Cozy Living Room: Space for sofa, chairs and TV (TV mount already on the wall). Also plenty of windows for natural light, ventilation as well as ceiling fan with lights. Comfortable Bedrooms: Two bedrooms, each with walk-in closets, ceiling fans, windows, and LED lighting. Both fit a queen-size bed and accent furniture. Convenient Laundry: House currently has private stacked washer/dryer, but please note that laundry room will soon be modified such that laundry will be shared with the other two units on property. Private Outdoor Space: Fully fenced, low-maintenance front yard and porch as well as a private separate side patio perfect for outdoor furniture and BBQs. While this home includes new blinds (curtains are available if desired) on all windows, ceiling fans in bedrooms and living room, central heating with digital thermostat. Application Process and Qualification Requirements: (NOTE: our phone does not accept text messages - PLEASE EMAIL ONLY) 1. Please start-off by emailing to make an appointment to see the property. Applications are provided at property viewing. 2. If interested, obtain application, complete application, submit application with copy of each applicant's ID and pay the $48 per applicant fee; each person 18 years of age or older who will be residing in property must apply. 2. Applicants must have verifiable income equal to a minimum of 2.5 times the rent. 3. Applicants must be with current employer a minimum of twelve months, past probationary period and with employer for at least two years total. In the event of a recent change in employment, must be in same employment capacity for minimum of two years. If working as an independent contractor, retired or similar, additional verification/documentation will be required. 4. Applicants must have a FICO score equal to or greater than 680. 5. No history of evictions. 6. Two consecutive years of verifiable positive rental history per applicant required. 7. Renters insurance is required for the duration of tenancy with owner named as "additional insured" for losses and "interested party" for notices. Renters insurance isn't expensive and is quickly becoming a standard requirement statewide. It's primary function is to protect tenants! 8. We love furry friends and will consider up to one dog and one cat; breed/weight restrictions apply. 9. Smoking and vaping of any substance is prohibited inside the home. 10. One (1) year minimum lease. Discount for two (2) year lease may be available; inquire at showing if interested. 11. Tenant pays for all their own utilities + refuse collection service.