524 Academy St

Start the New Year in this GORGEOUS 1920's vintage ONE BR 2nd floor flat. FULLY RENOVATED IN 2019 while retaining the original architectural details of this beautiful property. Spacious unit with lots of living space in the large living room and dining room! Beautifully RESTORED HARDWOOD floors, fantastic natural light with newer ENERGY EFFICIENT windows & window coverings throughout. Enjoy the SPACIOUS UPDATED KITCHEN with white Shaker style cabinets, granite counters, ceramic tile flooring, tile backsplash and stainless-steel appliances! Lots of counter space and cabinet storage, including a large kitchen pantry. SPARKLING updated bathroom with tub/shower combo, exposed brick accents, vanity for storage & new lighting/hardware. Located in an UPSCALE & QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD near downtown Ferndale. Walk or ride your bike to some of Ferndale's most popular parks, shops, restaurants, and bars. Close to Royal Oak, I-696 and I-75 which all make this an ideal location for you to enjoy all of the benefits of the area. Close enough to be in the action but far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet to relax and unwind. There are no neighbors behind you - the backyard looks into Wilson Park!! Shared fenced yard & basement. COIN FREE LAUNDRY and additional storage in the basement common area. Rent includes two window a/c units, water/sewer, lawn care (grass & leaf removal) & snow removal. Street parking is plentiful and does not require a permit. Tenant(s) pays gas & electric (separately metered in the tenant's name). No smoking anywhere on the property. Dog-friendly with approval & extra fee. All showings will be by appointment. Please do not disturb other tenants or approach the property without an appointment. REQUIRED TENANT CRITERIA - All prospective tenants over the age of 18 must complete an application online. The application process is $29+ tax and includes credit, criminal and eviction screening reports. - Combined household income (monthly gross salary) of adult tenants must be greater than 3x monthly rent - with verification of income (last 3 months of paystubs) and proof of 1 year of continuous employment (or full-time student status) - Criminal background check - Credit check: Minimum credit score of 650 for all applicants (credit report is a “soft pull” and doesn’t impact credit score.) - Verification of rental history - no history of evictions. - Copy of each applicant's driver’s license/state ID. - Proof of renter’s insurance required prior to move-in. 1.5x months security deposit, 1st months rent & $250 non-refundable cleaning fee due at lease signing.