What lease terms do you offer?
We offer a 12 month lease term for the majority of our properties. We also have five furnished, all-bills-paid units for short term lease (minimum 3 months). Please contact us if you would like more information.
What does the qualification process look like?
Verifiable income by submitting copies of two most recent pay stubs. If self-employed, a copy of last year’s redacted tax return must be submitted. * monthly rental rate may not exceed 35% of your monthly gross income. Also, two years rental history, photo identification, references. We conduct full background checks.
Do you allow pets?
Tenants must complete a pet application as part of the application process to lease from O'Fallon Properties. If a pet is accepted a pet agreement, pet deposit and a copy of the vaccination records will be required prior to occupancy. Additional pets must be pre-approved by O'Fallon Properties.
Pet policies differ at various properties. At our dog friendly property we will consider occupancy for a dog that weighs 30 pounds or less at maturity. One dog per dwelling is permissible.
A pet deposit must be paid at lease signing. The current deposit rate is $500 per each approved dog and $200 per each approved cat.
The following pets are restricted at all O'Fallon Properties: rabbits, ferrets, birds, lizards, iguanas, snakes and reptiles of any type.
Service Animals allowed - Service Animal Defined by Title II and Title III of the ADA A: service animal means any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability. . Tasks performed can include, among other things, pulling a wheelchair, retrieving dropped items, alerting a person to a sound, reminding a person to take medication, or pressing an elevator button. (Source www.ok.gov). Call if further information is needed.
When is my rent due?
Rent is due the 1st day of the month and is considered late if not received by the 5th day of the month.
What if my apartment needs maintenance?
If your apartment needs maintenance, fill out the Maintenance Request Form found on the Home page. All requests will be reviewed and prioritized by need. You will be contacted within 24 hours after request has been submitted.
Can I change my locks?
Locks cannot be changed and additional locks may not be added.
Can I have a satellite dish?
Satellite dish systems such as Dish Network and Direct TV are strictly prohibited.
What if my rent is late?
Any rent payment that is not received by 12:01 a.m. on the 5th day of the month it is due: Late fee is equal to 10% of the monthly rental rate.
Is my personal property covered by landlords insurance?
No. You are solely responsible for your belongings. Personal property insurance and personal liability insurance is highly recommended.
What are the qualifications I must meet to be approved?
Verifiable income by submitting copies of two most recent pay stubs. If self-employed, a copy of last year’s tax return must be submitted. Also, two years rental history, photo identification, no felony charges or convictions. *Monthly rent rate should not exceed 35% of your monthly income.
What is required at move in?
A full month’s rental amount is required at move in, plus any necessary deposits. If a Resident moves in on any other day other than the first, the lease will be for a period of twelve months plus the prorated days of the move in month. This amount will be due on the first day of the following month. For example: if the rent is $550 per month, and a resident moves in on the 20th, $550 is required at move in, and the prorated amount of $198.90 will be due on the first day of the following month.
Can I paint my apartment?
No modifications or changes to the interior of your apartment can be made without prior written approval from the management.
What if I lock myself out of my apartment?
If you become locked out during office hours contact the office. If a member of our staff is available to assist we are happy to do so. If a member of our staff is not available you will need to call and pay for a locksmith. Lockouts after hours are your responsibility to gain access to your apartment.
What is considered a tenant-initiated repair?
A repair to the property that is required due to tenant neglect, negligence, or failure to report a maintenance issue which causes greater damage is the responsibility of the tenant. Examples of tenant-initiated repairs include: drain clogs, failure to leave heat running in winter while away from home, failure to report a known plumbing leak, breaking of windows or blinds.
What is the process for paying a security deposit?
Deposits are due in full upon approval to rent as we are removing the property from our active listings and holding it for you. Until the deposit is paid, the unit will remain available for others to lease. Deposits are accepted via our online portal at ofallonpropertiestulsa.com. A small convenience applies. Once an application is approved, and in order to remove the property from an active listing status, the security deposit must be paid in full. The unit will remain available for other prospective applicants until the deposit has been received. Deposits are accepted via our online portal at www.ofallonpropertiestulsa.com/apply-online. A small convenience fee applies.
What is the difference between a "hold deposit" and a "security deposit"?
During the period between acceptance of security deposit funds and the actual signing of your lease agreement, it is understood that the deposit is considered a "hold deposit" to reserve the unit for you. Units are reserved for a period of up to 14 days after the hold deposit is paid. A lease with O'Fallon Properties must be finalized within this time constraint. If during the holding period an applicant decides not to move forward with signing an O'Fallon Properties lease, any amounts paid are forfeited and non-refundable. During the period between acceptance of the security deposit funds and the actual lease signing, it is understood that the deposit is considered a "hold deposit", which will reserve the unit for you. We will gladly hold a unit up to 14 days after the hold deposit is paid. A lease with O'Fallon Properties must be finalized within this timeframe. If during the holding period an applicant decides not to move forward with signing an O'Fallon Properties lease, any amounts paid are forfeited and non-refundable. At such time the lease agreement is executed the "hold deposit" automatically converts to a Security deposit and is held in escrow until the end of tenancy.
What is the refund policy for deposits?
Security Deposits are eligible for refund consideration at the end of your tenancy provided lease terms are completed, proper move out notice is provided and the unit is returned in good condition with no damage. The Oklahoma Landlord Tenant Act states that a security deposit return notice must be provided to a tenant's forwarding address, if provided, within 45 days of moveout.
If I give my 30 day notice on the 16th of the month, then I can move on the 15th of the following month, right?
No, all 30 day notices are valid from the periodic rental due date. As all rents are due on the first day of the month, all notices are valid from the first day of the month. If you wish to forward your notice on the 16th, this is great, but you will be obligated for the entire following monthly rental amount.
How do I pay rent?
Rent can be paid by check or money order and mailed to:
O’Fallon LP 1611 South Utica Avenue PMB #288 Tulsa, OK 74104-4909
Tenants may also deliver their rent in person to this address during regular business hours. It must be in our pre-addressed enveloped and handed to a UPS Store employee.