Rental Criteria
Centerspace is committed to Equal Housing Opportunity and does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
Deposit and Application Screening
- Deposit is non-refundable after 72 hours from the time of payment.
- Application screening results are valid for 30 days. Screening results older than 30 days are not valid and will require rescreening to take place.
Occupancy Standards
2 people per bedroom plus 1 (For example: a 2-bedroom apartment may have up to 5 occupants).
Applicant Requirements
All applicants must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Income Requirements
- Household income must be at least three times the monthly rent in Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
- Household income must be at least three times the monthly rent in Minnesota (excluding Minneapolis/Saint Paul).
- Household income must be at least 2.4 times the monthly rent in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota.
- Household income must be at least two times the monthly rent in Colorado.
- Applicant’s income will be verified through a third-party verification service.
- All income must be verifiable in US dollars.
Credit History
A third-party screening service will conduct a review of credit history. Any negative credit history, late payments, or outstanding collections accounts may result in a denial.
Rental History
Rental history verification will be completed by a third-party screening service. Evictions, late payments, balances due to previous landlords, or any other negative rental history may result in a denial.
Criminal History
Criminal history will be checked through our third-party screening service. An adverse/criminal public record history may result in a denial.
False Information
Any Applicant found to have knowingly falsified, misrepresented or withheld any information on an application will be denied residency.
Guarantor Requirements
- Income must be at least four times the monthly rent.
- One guarantor is permitted per household.
Rental Insurance
- Centerspace does not insure your personal belongings.
- It will be necessary for you to obtain renter’s insurance coverage at your expense with a minimum of $100,000 of personal liability coverage.
- Failure to meet this requirement will result in a monthly exemption/non-compliance fee being charged to your account.
Colorado Applicants
Colorado Bill HB23-1099 requires a landlord to accept from a prospective tenant a portable tenant screening report that is made directly available to the landlord from a consumer reporting agency. A screening report must have been prepared by an agency within the previous 30 days at the prospective tenant's request and expense and include ID verification, employment and income history, rental and credit history, and criminal history. If a prospective tenant provides a screening report, the landlord shall not charge the prospective tenant either an application fee or a fee for the landlord to access or use the screening report. Landlord will require additional company screening to be run and will use these criteria for the approval process at no cost to the prospect. This may include an additional soft hit to your credit report. The applicant must contact the management company prior to applying for instructions on how to complete a portable lease. If a portable lease is being used applicant should not apply and pay for application fee before sending portable lease. Once portable lease is received from third party consumer agency, directions and a promotional code will be supplied for use to apply and take the desired unit of the market.
Centerspace · Better Every Days
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We honor the diversity represented in our company and communities as part of our ongoing commitment to creating Better Every Days — a place where everybody belongs.
Our Commitment
One team, collectively strong
At Centerspace, we honor the diversity represented in our company and communities as part of our ongoing commitment to creating Better Every Days. Built upon four pillars, we strive to provide an environment that every team member and resident is proud to call home.
Education
Building awareness and understanding through continual learning and open dialogue.
Workplace
Nurturing an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work.
Community
Becoming a better reflection of the world we live in and the communities we serve.
Partnerships
Recognizing talent of different backgrounds and experiences united by shared goals.
Our Mission
Where every great idea can be heard
At Centerspace, it is our mission to create a culture that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse by fostering an environment where every great idea can be heard, and everybody belongs. We are committed to becoming a better reflection of the world we live in and the communities we serve.
We strive to develop enduring change by recognizing talent with different backgrounds and experiences with shared goals, and by nurturing an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work. We become more just by embracing our challenges, committing to open dialogue, and resolving to make Better Every Days.
“At Centerspace, we come together as one team, knowing that what makes us uniquely special is what makes us collectively strong.”
Julie LetnerSenior Vice President, Talent & Culture
Better Every Days
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Key documents & resources
Centerspace's Four Pillars
Education, Workplace, Community, and Partnerships — the foundation of our DEI commitment.
Explore PDF DocumentDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Charter
Our formal charter outlining the principles and priorities that guide our work.
View charter PDF DocumentDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Corporate Policy
The corporate policy that formalizes our commitments across the organization.
View policyCareers
Join our team
We are always seeking energetic, innovative individuals to join our team. If you have a passion for providing great homes and share our values of teamwork and integrity, we would love to hear from you.
Explore our open positions and learn more today.
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