Apartment seekers
What fees are there when I apply?
The application fee, the refundable deposit, and move-in costs. · 2 min read
When you submit an application you’ll pay two things together:
- 1A $20 application fee — non-refundable. It covers the credit and background check.
- 2A refundable good-faith deposit (often around $1,000) — held in escrow while your application is reviewed.
Good to know — If your application is declined, the refundable deposit is returned to you. The $20 application fee is not refundable because the check has already been run.
Separately, your move-in costs (first month’s rent, any broker fee, the security deposit) are itemized on the offer so you can see the full picture *before* you commit. shtub doesn’t add its own fee to your rent.
Good to know — shtub doesn’t set these amounts or give financial or legal advice — the listing’s agent or landlord can answer specifics about a particular apartment.
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