$1,095 / 1br - 187ft2 - Modern first-floor bedroom/bathroom with access to all common areas (Vancouver)

Notes: **The listed cost includes everything: base rent, all utilities, parking, communal supplies, and there is no cleaning fee. Other rental listings may list only the base rent. Be sure to compare on an equal basis. **If you work for an Oregon company from Washington as a resident, you do NOT pay Oregon state income tax. Thus, renting in Washington can reduce your taxes. This 2020-built home is equipped for long stays. If you are a working professional traveling on assignment, checking out the area, or need somewhere to stay while your house is renovated, this is the place for you. Located in a friendly older neighborhood near the best of Uptown Vancouver: 1. A short walk will bring you to specialized shops, parks, restaurants, bars, Clark Community College, and Marshall Community Center which has a full gym, weight room, pool, etc. 2. Bus lines going in all directions are located within a 3-10 minute walk. 3. A bike will take you to several grocery stores (including New Seasons), downtown, the new waterfront, and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. 4. Major freeways are located nearby: I-5, SR-500, SR-14. 5. Portland is an easy 9-mile drive south along I-5, and PDX is 15 minutes east along SR-14. 6. The beautiful Columbia River Gorge, Oregon coast, Mount Saint Helens/Hood, and several national/state forests are all under 2 hours away. The room is on the first floor, has plenty of daylight, a wood floor, sit/stand desk, armchair, queen bed with nightstand, dresser, closet, all linens/towels, and full private bathroom. Some of the furnishings can be moved out if you prefer to use your own. The main room area is 10.5 ft x 10.9 ft, but the total area (main area, closet, bathroom) is 187 square feet. The indoor common areas are 999 square feet, so there is plenty of space to spread out and share with the other two renters staying in the remaining rooms. Since the landlord lives in the separate Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), tenants effectively have the house to themselves: **Laundry room: front loading washer and dryer, iron, ironing board, drying rack **Kitchen: gas stove and oven, dishwasher, garbage disposal, all expected gear for cooking/eating, coffee grinder/brewer. Common consumables are always provided: dish soap, scrub brushes, sponges, washcloths, cloth towels, paper towels, dishwasher pods, food storage containers, garbage bags **Dining room: 6 seats at large table **Living room: smart TV, gas fireplace, cards, games, books, throw blankets **Garage: storage for bicycle, luggage, etc. Outdoor common areas: **Patio/backyard: adirondack chairs, table, barbeque, raised bed for growing vegetables (if you wish) **Parking: two driveway spots and plenty of curbside space, all free Outdoor security cameras (no indoor cameras for tenant privacy) Cleaning supplies are available for the room, bathroom, and kitchen All utilities are included. There is central heat and AC. The Wi-Fi is fast. Some important house rules: **No smoking, vaping, or illegal drugs are allowed on premises (indoor or outdoor) **Quiet hours are 10pm to 7am when noise should be kept to a minimum to ensure everyone can sleep peacefully **No pets or aquariums are allowed **Each tenant is allowed up to two daytime guests up to 7 days per month and one overnight guest up to 7 nights per month. Any stays beyond these limits require written approval by the owner. **Every 3-8 weeks (need determines the interval) the owner or a paid service will do a maintenance/safety check of the common areas and perform any needed work and cleaning **Only 1 motor vehicle is allowed per resident If you like this offer but think something must be added or changed before renting, please message me and I will try to accommodate! About me: I have owned this home since 2022, grew up in Oregon, am a laboratory automation engineer in his mid-50's, and love animals and the great outdoors. If interested, here's the application process: 1. Contact me so we can chat about the room. If you are in the area, I can give you an in-person tour. If not, I can give you a virtual tour. 2. If the room is a good fit for your needs, I will send you a list of all house rules. 3. If the rules are acceptable, I will send an application and a link to authorize a credit/rental/criminal history check (costs ~$40): I am looking for a credit score 700 or above, no rental history problems, no criminal record, and before-tax income at least 3 times rent. 4. After the check passes, I will have you sign the lease. 5. When the lease is signed and initial payment completed, you are free to move in.