FAQs

Applicants must provide a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID, along with one month of recent pay stubs if self-qualifying. International residents are additionally required to submit a copy of their passport and an I-20/F-1 student visa or an L-1 visa valid through the duration of the lease.

1. Submit Application: Complete the online application form and pay the required processing fee. You will select your preferred floor plan, unit, and roommate preferences at this stage.
2. Lease Signing: Once your application is approved, you will automatically receive an email link to sign your lease digitally.
3. Finalization: After your lease has been countersigned & approved, you will receive a notification and a digital copy of the completed lease for your records.

Qualification Note: The Yard offers multiple paths to approval, including using a guarantor (requiring a 601+ credit score & income 4x the monthly rent), self-qualifying (requiring a 650+ credit score and 3x monthly rent income), or utilizing third-party services like GWP or Leap.

You can apply by visiting the leasing office at 615 South Main St during office hours to tour and apply in person, or you can use the “Apply Now” or “Schedule a Tour” options available on the website.

The community is less than a mile from the University of Michigan campus, allowing residents to walk to classes, the library, and “The Big House” (Michigan Stadium). It is also less than a mile from downtown Ann Arbor, providing easy access to local nightlife, dining, and shopping.

Our primary lease term aligns with the academic year (starting in late August and ending in late July). Please contact our Leasing Office regarding semester-only or short-term options.

Monthly rent installments include high-speed internet, pest control, and trash/recycling. Residents are responsible for water, sewer, and electric, which are billed separately and split between the number of residents within an apartment.

Yes, The Yard is a pet-friendly community. There is a monthly pet rent of $25, and restrictions apply regarding breed, animal type, and weight limits.

Resident can submit maintenance requests directly through their Resident Portal. For after-hour maintenance emergencies, residents can call our maintenance emergency line.

Top amenities include a two-story clubhouse with a gaming lounge, a resort-style pool with a jumbo TV and tanning shelf, a private campus shuttle, group study rooms with video monitors, a 24-hour fitness center, and an outdoor courtyard with grill stations and fire pits.

On-site parking is available in an underground parking garage which also includes indoor bicycle parking. Inquire with our leasing team for current availability and fees. Street parking is available around the community for guests