Homes are designated for households earning at or below 70% of Area Median Income (AMI) for studio and one-bedroom homes and 80% AMI for two-bedroom homes. City of Shoreline occupancy requirements apply.

Applicants will complete standard screening, including credit and criminal background checks. Each application is evaluated using a standardized scoring model that fairly and consistently assesses the likelihood of future rent payment. Based on the score, we may approve, deny, or request additional conditions such as a higher security deposit and/or a guarantor.

Gross income for all applicants in an apartment home will be combined to determine income eligibility using a credit scoring model. Applicants must demonstrate a legal, verifiable source of income totaling at least 2.5 times the monthly charges and must also not exceed current MFTE program income limits. Acceptable documentation may include pay stubs, benefit statements, tax forms, bank statements, or other verifiable income records.

Applicants must provide documentation for all household income and assets, including pay stubs, bank statements, and any additional financial records required to verify eligibility.