How to Lease an Apartment

Want to lease an apartment? Not sure what to expect? After your online search and tours are complete, and you know you have found the perfect place to call home, here are 10 steps on how to lease an apartment online through a Blue Ridge Companies property website.

                1. Visit the property’s website and click on the “Apply Now” button. You’ll find it in the top right corner of the home page.

                2. Choose your preferred move-in date. The calendar feature is right above the floor plan images.

                3. Choose the floor plan that best fits your needs. All our apartment communities have options with varying bedrooms and bathrooms and different price ranges.

                4. The website will show you which apartment homes are available in the floorplan you chose.

                5. When you click on your desired apartment,  you will see a list of amenities available in that home.

                6. Click Continue to select your desired lease term.

                7. Additional items can be selected in addition to your rent such as electricity, washer and dryer, garages, furniture packages and more.

                8. Register your information and receive your quote.

                9. Then follow the instructions to start your application process.

                10. Make sure to have a Photo ID, your name, address, phone number(s), email, employment and income information, pets (if applicable), and emergency contact information to complete the application process.

If you have questions on how to lease an apartment or anything else during the leasing process, feel free to reach out to one of our Leasing Specialists. Our teams are here to help by phone or email.