What's an acceptable credit score to rent an apartment?

I just moved to L.A. and am attempting to get an apartment. Alot of landlords say they want a perfect credit score (mine is fair, between 610 and 650). Is that an acceptable score, or am I out of luck? Thank you!

What%26#039;s an acceptable credit score to rent an apartment?

It%26#039;s not per se the score that%26#039;s going to effect your ability to get an apartment, but rather your credit history. Your credit score and history however go hand in hand. One of the best things you can do is get your full credit report history and bring it with you when you go to meet landlords to explain to them why you might have some blemishes on your report. Generally speaking you%26#039;ll want a credit score of 700+ to be qualified as good.

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What%26#039;s an acceptable credit score to rent an apartment?

Seems like a whole lot of hassle to rent in US. Here in England, if you have the deposit asked and you look okay, you%26#039;re in. It is just a few landlords will ask for references. Credit scores only come into the equation if you are trying to get a mortgage

What%26#039;s an acceptable credit score to rent an apartment?

You can get a %26quot;bad credit home loan%26quot; with a score of 550 and above. I don%26#039;t see why ANY landlord wouldn%26#039;t rent to you with a score of 610 or above. California is crazy stupid with the credit checks. They will probably start running your credit report when you ask to use the bathroom at a convenience store soon.

What%26#039;s an acceptable credit score to rent an apartment?

I don%26#039;t know my exact credit score, but I can tell you it is very very very low... yet, I have never had any problem getting approved. It all depends on who%26#039;s renting to you. Good references, great rental history %26amp; a steady 1yr or more job... you%26#039;re in like Flynn (San Diego Renter, here)