CASA LOYOLA
A Private Catholic Residence for Single Women
19 Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara CA 93101

Casa Loyola is a low-cost private Catholic housing facility for single women who work or study within the greater Santa Barbara area. Ideally located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, Casa Loyola is within walking distance to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and close to many of the beautiful amenities Santa Barbara has to offer: community parks, shopping, the arts and the beach/harbor area.

Safe, secure and affordable, this former convent with chapel onsite provides each resident with a private bedroom and vanity upstairs and the use of all common living spaces including laundry, dining, full kitchen privileges and free parking. Semi-private work spaces are also available for study or privacy.

Each bedroom contains a single bed, private sink and closet with built-in drawers and shelving. Additional storage space may be available. WI-FI service is available. With a signed lease agreement of six (6) months or more rent is $600 per month. Otherwise the rent per month is $800/month. Exceptions can be discussed. A security deposit of $500 will be required upon approval of residency.

As in many communal living residences, certain decorum of respectability and common courtesy are essential. It is to this end, that certain “house” rules have been established and are expected to be followed. A copy of those rules is attached for your review.

For more information and availability, please contact the Residence Manager:

Teresa Graham
(760) 802-6625
or
(Email subject line should read CASA LOYOLA)

“My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places”

Isaiah 32:18

CASA LOYOLA
A Private Catholic Residence for Single Women
19 Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara CA 93101

How to Apply

  1. Complete all documents (7) in the application packet. Please print boldly and clearly and fill out all of the questions.
  2. Be sure to include daytime and night time phone numbers so you can be reached.
  3. Don’t forget to sign the application.
  4. An application fee ($20) can be paid by money order or cashier’s check. If a personal check is to be used it will have to clear the bank before occupancy. Retain the receipt for your records.

REQUIRED:

  1. Completed application packet along with the application fee (see #4 above)
  2. Copy of photo I.D. (I.D. guidelines are on the Rental Qualifying Criteria attached)
  3. Personal referral is required from either your current parish pastor, or any Principal or Vice-Principal of a Catholic School or school administrator holding a similar position. (A copy of this form is attached for your use.)
  4. Your signed understanding and agreement to abide by the “House Rules” which is included in the application packet.
  5. Return completed application packet to Residence Manager at 19 E. Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.

NOTE: For information concerning criminal activity you can contact the local police department
or visit their website at

CASA LOYOLA
A Private Catholic Residence for Single Women
19 Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara CA 93101

APPLICATION TO RENT

(All sections must be completed)

Individual applications required from each occupant 18 years or age or older

APPLYING FOR: 1 Bedroom Located at 19 E. Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Rent: $ per month

Applicant was referred to Landlord by: ______of ______

(Name of Pastor or authorized agent) (Parish/County)

Pastor/Agent Phone #:______Pastor/Agent Email: ______

How did you hear about rental?______Expected Move-in Date:______

Name:______Phone: (____)______

Last First Middle

Social Security #:______Driver’s Lic/State:______Birthdate:______

Email Address:______

RENTAL HISTORY

Current Address:______

Street Unit# City State Zip

How Long? From (Month/Year):______to:______Rent paid:______

Owner/Manager:______Tel:______Reason for leaving:______

Previous Address:______

Street Unit # City State Zip

How Long? From (Month/Year):______to:______Rent paid:______

Owner/Manager:______Tel:______Reason for leaving:______

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT

Company Name:______Address:______

Phone:______Occupation:______Monthly Salary:$______

Name of Supervisor:______Dates of Employment: From:______to:______

PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT

Company Name:______Address:______

Phone:______Occupation:______Monthly Salary:$______

Name of Supervisor:______Dates of Employment: From:______to:______

Describe other income Applicant would like considered :______

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  1. Have you ever had any credit problems?____No ___Yes
  2. Have you ever had an unlawful detainer filed against you?____No ___Yes
  3. Have you ever been evicted for non-payment of rent or for any other reason? ____No ___Yes
  4. Have you ever filed bankruptcy? ____No ___Yes
  5. Have you ever been convicted of a felony? ____No ___Yes
  6. Do you have any pets?______If yes, How many?______Describe:______No ___Yes
  7. Will you be using any water-filled furniture in your residence? ____No ___Yes
  8. Do you smoke?____No ___Yes
  9. Are you a student? If yes, which institution?______Expected Graduation Date:______No ___Yes

EMERGENCY CONTACT

Name:______Address:______

Relationship:______Phone: (____)______

VEHICLES (Operable automobiles including Trucks, Vans, Motorcycles)

Year:______Make:______Model:______Color:______Lic#______State:______

MAKE $20.00 CHECK PAYABLE TO: OUR LADY OF SORROWS CHURCH

This fee is nonrefundable unless not used. It is an estimation of the actual out-of-pocket expenses to be incurred while verifying and qualifying the submitted rental application.

By signing this form below, applicant indicates that Applicant has had the opportunity to review Landlord’s tenant selection criteria, which is available upon request. The tenant selection criteria may include factors such as criminal history, credit history, current income and rental history.

Applicant agrees that the landlord may charge an Application-Screening Fee to qualify him/her as a prospective tenant. Applicant acknowledges that the rental property for which application is made may not be presently available and may not be available in a reasonable time, but will be available at a presently undetermined time in the future. Applicant agrees to pay the nonrefundable fee at this time and understands that any amount of the application-screening fee not used as provided shall be refunded to applicant(s).

Applicant represents that all the statements in his/her application to rent are true and correct and hereby authorizes verification of the items including, but not limited to, the obtaining of a credit report and agrees to furnish additional credit references upon request. Applicant further authorizes Landlord to obtain a criminal back ground check related to Applicant.

Applicant______Date:______

For Landlord’s Use

On ______, ______(name/initials) notified □ Applicant □ ______
by □ phone □e-mail □fax□ in person that applicant was □ approved □ not approved. Reason for disapproval:
______

CASA LOYOLA
A Private Catholic Residence for Single Women
19 Micheltorena Street, Santa Barbara CA 93101

Rental Qualifying Criteria

Thank you for applying with Casa Loyola for your housing needs. As a private resident of Casa Loyola it is necessary that certain restrictions are enforced for the security, safety and comfort of our residents. Please read carefully the “House Rules.”

1.REFERRAL REQUIREMENT: (1) your current parish pastor or applicable church staff member or (2) any Principal or Vice-Principal of a Catholic School or school administrator holding a similar position. The referral form in this packet must be completed and submitted with the application. Relatives are not acceptable forms of rental references.

2.APPLICATION: An application must be over 18 years of age to apply for residency. Omissions and false information may be grounds for application denial. A non-refundable application fee of $20 per person is required for processing and reviewing credit reports and applications. Application fees must be paid at the time the application is submitted.

3.IDENTIFICATION: A copy of your driver’s license, Visa or Passport or 2 forms of photo identification are required.

4.RENTAL HISTORY: Current and previous rental history must be verifiable. Any unpaid rental collections, evictions, property damage beyond normal wear and tear or illegal activity on premises shall be grounds for denial.

5.INCOME REQUIREMENT: Income must be verifiable to exceed 2 times the amount of the monthly rent. Unemployment compensation will not be considered income. Recent 1099’s and last 2 year’s tax returns will be considered if necessary. Section 8 or other housing subsidy to meet the income requirement will be considered.

6.CREDIT: Applications may be rejected for unpaid collections or judgments without proof of an approved payment plan or more than 2 trade accounts 30 days late at the time of application.

7.CRIMINAL HISTORY: A criminal back ground check will be performed and used for approval for any applicants/occupants over the age of 18. Certain offenses are cause for automatic rejection.

8.LIVESCAN FINGER PRINTING: Once approved for residency a background check will be performed due to the close proximity of Casa Loyola to Notre Dame School.

Residential qualifying criteria are subject to change at the Owner’s discretion and without notice

Signing this acknowledgement indicates that you have had the opportunity to review the Landlord’s Rental Qualifying Criteria. If you do not meet the selection criteria or provide inaccurate or incomplete information, your application may be rejected and your application fee will not be refunded.

I UNDERSTAND THAT ANY WILLFUL MISREPRESENTATION OF ANY INFORMATION CONNECTED WITH THIS APPLICATION IS CAUSE FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF OCCUPANCY. I ACCEPT FULL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ALL COSTS INCURRED BY CASA LOYOLA RELATED TO TERMINATION OF OCCUPANCY INCLUDING COSTS FOR REMOVAL OF PERSONAL PROPERTY.

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Applicant SignatureDate

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