7505 SW Alden St

About This Home

This charming, retro 2-bedroom/2-bath ranch offers quiet, peaceful living in SW Portland. This lovely home offers the best of both worlds—nestled in the trees, minutes from downtown Portland. The cozy, carpeted living room has a large floor-to-ceiling box window area that overlooks the front yard, providing plentiful natural light. Move on to the tidy kitchen with all white appliances, including a dishwasher, and ample counter and cabinet space. Two steps down, and you're in the converted family room with simple built-ins, a large closet for storage, and a washer/dryer. There is a side entrance leading to the driveway, a parking space, and the shaded deck in the back. Back at the living room, the carpeted bedrooms with large closets are down the hall, along with two full bathrooms. The back bedroom has a door leading to the shaded deck in the rear with bench seating. The owner is responsible for mowing the front yard. The tenant is responsible for watering the beds and is expected to maintain their appealing appearance. In the back deck area, the tenant is responsible for maintaining its appearance and watering the plants and bamboo. This welcoming home is perfect for those who appreciate tranquility and the need for a respectful, collaborative living situation. The owner has a business in the ADU on the property at a decent distance from the home and reserves private, unrestricted access to certain areas for parking: The right side of the driveway must be left accessible at all times to allow for owner and visitor access to the office in the rear. There is space for two cars in the front driveway and another spot behind the house for tenants. Pet policy: No pets Smoking policy: Smoking prohibited on entire premises Tenant will be billed back for their share of gas, electricity, water/sewer, and trash. - SECURITY DEPOSIT?The security deposit for this property will be at least equal to one month’s rent. Based on the results of the tenant screening process, an additional security deposit may be required. If applicable, the additional amount will be: * An extra half-month’s rent for properties located within Portland city limits * An extra full month’s rent for properties outside Portland In addition, a $500 pet deposit is required for each pet, when applicable. Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are exempt from pet deposits. - At Scout Rentals, we strive to provide an experience that is cost-effective and convenient. That’s why we provide a Resident Benefits Package (RBP) to address common headaches for our renters. Our program handles air filter delivery, utility set up, credit building, identity protection, rent rewards, and more at a rate of $26.50/month, available to every eligible property upon resident election. Residents have the option to personalize some components during onboarding, which may increase or decrease the monthly amount. In addition to RBP, we provide access to liability insurance that meets your needs. More details upon application. More details upon application. - Scout uses a third party screener for all applicants to our available properties. Screening takes an average of three (3) business days—with some taking more time and some taking less time, depending on the number of applicants and other varying factors. SCREENING FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. - Scout uses a third party scheduler for tours of our properties. After you have scheduled your tour on Showdigs, they will send you an automated confirmation request about 4.5 hours before the tour and will wait for confirmation up to 2 hours before the tour. A final reminder will be sent to you 15 minutes before a potential cancellation. If you do not confirm within this timeframe, the tour is automatically canceled. PLEASE NOTE THAT EXACT TIMING MAY VARY DEPENDING ON THE LOCATION.