Apply for Rentals Online — My Rental Spot

📝 Renter Feature

Apply for Rentals Online

Complete your rental application in minutes, not hours. Our guided process makes applying simple, secure, and stress-free — with auto-save so you never lose progress.

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10 minAverage Time

6 StepsSimple Process

FreeTo Apply

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Application Process

Your Application Journey

We guide you through each step with clear instructions and auto-save so you never lose progress

Application Steps at a Glance

Complete in approximately 10–15 minutes

Your Info

Household

History

Income

Review

Payment

Your Info

~2 min

First, Middle, Last Name
Email Address
Phone Number
Date of Birth
Preferred Move-in Date
Desired Lease Term

Household

~2 min

Number of Occupants
Co-applicant Information
Dependent Information
Pet Information
Vehicle Information

History

~3 min

Current Address
Previous Addresses (2 years)
Landlord Contact Info
Reason for Moving
Eviction History

Income

~3 min

Employment Status
Employer Information
Monthly Income
Additional Income Sources
Income Verification Docs

Review

~2 min

Review All Information
Edit Any Section
Upload Documents
Add Comments/Notes
Agree to Terms

Payment

~1 min

Application Fee
Screening Authorization
Secure Payment
Confirmation Receipt
Next Steps Info

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Tenant Screening

What happens after you submit your application

How Screening Works

After you submit your application and pay the application fee, the landlord initiates a comprehensive background screening through our trusted partner, TransUnion.

This screening helps landlords make informed decisions while ensuring a fair and transparent process for all applicants. Results are typically available within minutes.

You'll receive an email confirmation once your application is submitted and another notification when the landlord has reviewed your application.

📋 What's Included in Screening

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Credit Report — Credit score, payment history, and outstanding debts

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Criminal Background — National criminal database search

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Eviction History — Past eviction records and court filings

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Identity Verification — SSN verification and ID confirmation

TransUnion
SmartMove

Powered by TransUnion SmartMove

Industry-leading tenant screening trusted by millions of landlords nationwide. Your data is secure and protected.

See It in Action

Application Preview

Here's what the application experience looks like

myrentalspot.com/apply/123-main-street

123 Main Street, Unit 3

San Diego, CA 92101

Rent: $1,800/monthType: 2 Bed, 1 BathSize: 950 sqft

Your Info

Household

History

Income

Review

Payment

Let's start with your basic information

We'll use this to contact you about your application

⏱️ Takes about 2 minutes

First Name *

Middle Name (optional)

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Date of Birth *

Move-in Details

Preferred Move-in Date *

Lease Term *

💾 Save & Continue Later

✓ Your progress is automatically saved

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Complete Journey

From Application to Approval

Here's what happens from start to finish

Your Application Timeline

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Submit Application

Complete all 6 steps and submit

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Pay Fee

Secure payment for screening

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Screening Runs

TransUnion processes reports

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Landlord Reviews

Application & screening results

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Decision

Approval or next steps

Screening Fee

$30

One-time fee per application to cover comprehensive tenant screening.

Comparison

My Rental Spot vs. Traditional Applications

See why renters prefer applying online with My Rental Spot

Feature	My Rental Spot	Traditional Paper
Time to Complete	10–15 minutes	30–60 minutes
Apply from Anywhere	✓	✗
Auto-Save Progress	✓	✗
Document Upload	✓	Physical copies
Status Tracking	Real-time	None
Screening Results	Minutes	3–5 days
Co-Applicant Support	✓	Separate forms
Renter Score Integration	✓	✗
Data Security	Encrypted	Paper files

Benefits

Why Apply with My Rental Spot

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Quick & Easy

Complete your application in 10–15 minutes with our guided step-by-step process. No paperwork or office visits required.

⭐

Build Your Renter Score

Every on-time rent payment builds your Renter Score. Share your payment history with future landlords to stand out.

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Auto-Save Progress

Your progress is automatically saved as you go. Come back anytime to finish your application — never lose your work.

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Secure & Private

Your personal information is encrypted and only shared with landlords you apply to. Bank-level security protects your data.

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Apply from Anywhere

Submit applications from your phone, tablet, or computer. Apply to your dream rental from anywhere, anytime.

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Track Your Status

See the status of all your applications in one dashboard. Know exactly where you stand with each property.

Everything You Need

Application Features

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Mobile Friendly

Apply from any device

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Auto-Save

Never lose progress

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Doc Upload

Attach pay stubs, ID

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Co-Applicants

Add roommates easily

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Notifications

Status updates by email

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Messaging

Chat with landlords

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Secure Payment

Encrypted transactions

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Dashboard

Track all applications

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Most renters complete the entire application in 10–15 minutes. The process is broken into 6 simple steps, and your progress is automatically saved so you can pause and come back anytime.

The application itself is free to submit. There is a one-time $30 screening fee per application that covers the comprehensive TransUnion SmartMove background check, credit report, and eviction history search. This fee is paid at the final step.

You'll need basic personal information (name, email, phone, date of birth), residential history for the past 2 years with landlord contacts, employment and income details, and optionally documents like pay stubs or ID for verification.

Our screening is powered by TransUnion SmartMove and includes a credit report with score, national criminal background check, eviction history search, and identity verification. Results are typically available within minutes of payment.

Yes! Your progress is automatically saved as you fill out each section. You can close the page and return anytime to pick up exactly where you left off. No data is ever lost.

Absolutely. You can apply to as many properties as you'd like. Your basic information is saved and auto-filled for future applications, making each subsequent application even faster. Note that each application requires a separate screening fee.

During Step 2 (Household), you can add co-applicants who will receive their own application link to complete. Each co-applicant fills out their own information independently, and the landlord reviews all applications together.

Your data is protected with bank-level 256-bit encryption. Personal information is only shared with the specific landlord you apply to and TransUnion for screening. We never sell or share your data with third parties.

Screening results are typically available within minutes. Response times from landlords vary, but you can track your application status in real-time from your dashboard. You'll receive email notifications when there are updates.

No, submitting applications does not affect your Renter Score. Your Renter Score is based solely on your rent payment history. However, once approved and moved in, paying rent on time through My Rental Spot will help build your score.

✓ Free to Apply · ✓ Auto-Save · ✓ TransUnion Screening

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No credit card required · Free for renters · $30 screening fee per application