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How to Apply

Before applying, please review the application process, rental qualifications, and pet policy detailed below.

Application Process

Find houses for rent in the Central Virginia area by selecting from our list of homes for rent. Applications must be submitted online on our Available Properties page:

Each applicant must submit:

  • A copy of a driver’s license or a photo ID
  • Proof of income/source of funds
  • Contact information for current and/or previous landlords
  • A clear and current color photo of each animal expected to reside on the property
  • Pay the non-refundable $50.00 application fee per applicant – paid online only

Please Note:

  • Applications will not be processed until the completed application, requested documents, and application fees are submitted.
  • All persons (18 years or older) must complete an application and pay a separate non-refundable $50.00 application fee.
  • Rental applications may be received at any time for any of our rental properties. Please contact our office to inquire if the property is still available and if applications have been received.
  • Zillow applications and applications from other third parties are not accepted.
  • If the application and/or browser is closed after beginning your application, your information will not be saved for security purposes.
  • If approved, the applicant(s) must sign a Residential Lease agreement within two business days and pay the security deposit and non-refundable lease fee of $99.00 in full. In the event the applicant(s) fails to complete these steps within two business days after approval (unless authorized in writing by RVA Property Management), it will be assumed that the applicant(s) has withdrawn their application, and the property may be offered to other applicants. Further, the property will continue to be marketed for rent until the Residential Lease is signed and security deposit paid in full.

Rental Qualifications for Applicants & Cosigners

Application All persons (18 years or older) must complete the application and pay a non-refundable $50.00 application fee (per applicant). Applications will not be processed until the application is complete, all requested documents are submitted, and the application fee is paid in full. Supplying false, misleading, or inaccurate information, or omitting information may be grounds for disapproval.
Rental applications may be received at any time for this property. Please contact our office to inquire if the property is still available and if applications have been received.

Income You must have verifiable income/source of funds that is at least 3 times the amount of rent. Acceptable documents include 4 recent and consecutive pay stubs, benefit verification letter, housing authority voucher, 2 most recent schedule C forms (self-employed applicants), and LES (military applicants).

Favorable Rental History Two references will be obtained from current and/or previous landlords if possible. Any negative rental history including, but not limited to, late rent payments, a record of material noncompliance, or an unsatisfied payment, collection, or judgment with a previous landlord may disqualify an applicant.

Credit A credit report will be obtained on all applicants. Credit reports reflecting judgments, bankruptcies, foreclosures, repossessions, charge-offs, delinquent payments, or collections within the last 12 months may disqualify an applicant. Applicants with a credit history that includes an eviction or active bankruptcy will be denied. Any applicant with bankruptcy must show a discharge more than one year prior to the date of application and have established new credit with a positive rating with at least one account. A minimum score of 575 is required.

Cosigner Policy A cosigner may be accepted for those applications where the applicant has insufficient income or absence of credit. All cosigners must be residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia and are required to complete an application and pay the application fee.

Pet Policy

Pets are permitted at the sole discretion and approval of the property owner.

  • Only common domesticated animals (50 lbs. or less) are allowed on any property that permits pets (unless otherwise authorized in writing by RVA Property Management).
  • Farm animals, exotic animals, ferrets, and any large or aggressive animals will not be permitted.
  • A non-refundable $250.00 pet fee is required for each pet. Additional pet rent may be required. Paid pet fees do not give license for any additional pets or replacement pets.
  • No more than 2 pets will be approved per property unless authorized in writing by RVA Property Management.
  • Harboring an unauthorized animal on the property will result in a minimum fee of $500.00 per animal.

To contact our office with questions regarding a property for rent or the leasing process in general, please email .

RVA Property Management does business in accordance with the Fair Housing Act and all applicable federal and state and local fair housing laws and regulations, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, disability, source of funds, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, or any other protected class.