Can you get a luxury apartment with a past?
Many renters assume that a second chance apartment has to be older, smaller or in a part of town they would not choose. That is not always the case. Newer, upscale communities often have strict automated screening, but not every one treats a rental issue as an automatic no.
The challenge is knowing which ones will take a second look. Applying to high-end properties one at a time can mean several denials and several non-refundable application fees. A Counselor who knows the partner list can save you that trouble.
Second chance luxury apartments: what to expect
Done Deal Cosign works with 96 Partner Properties, most in Greater Houston. Some are newer, amenity-rich communities, the kind of place people mean when they search for second chance luxury apartments. Others are more budget-friendly. We do not promise a particular property, and availability changes.
Your Counselor matches you based on your history, your budget, the style of home you want and the part of Houston you want to live in. You choose your apartment from the Partner Properties you are matched to.
What a Counselor looks at
Our general guideline is two or fewer rental issues, such as evictions, broken leases or unpaid landlord balances, and every case is reviewed individually. Credit challenges are part of the conversation. Some Partner Properties also review non-violent criminal records case by case.
Upscale communities may have higher rents, so income is part of the conversation too. Your Counselor will be straight with you about which Partner Properties are realistic for your situation.
Why a Counselor beats applying on your own
Upscale communities tend to rely on fast, automated screening, and an eviction or a low score can trigger a denial before anyone reads your story. Each denial can cost an application fee, and repeated applications in a short time can make the search more stressful than it needs to be.
Working with a Counselor flips that order. Your history is reviewed first, one-on-one, and you are matched to Partner Properties where applicants like you are considered. Instead of guessing which glossy listing will take a second look, you start with options that fit your record, your budget and the neighborhoods you care about.
Houston is a big city, and "luxury" means different things in different areas. For some renters it is a newer building close to work; for others it is a quiet community with a pool and modern finishes. Your Counselor will ask what matters to you so the match reflects your idea of a better home, not just a label.
How Done Deal Cosign helps
We have helped Houston renters since 2014, and more than 10,000 people have been approved through us. After a one-on-one review, Done Deal Cosign backs your application with the Partner Property.
You complete the qualifying forms first. If you are not pre-approved within 7 days, the Initial Fee is refunded. We also charge a Lease Assurance Fee. The amounts depend on your history and the Partner Property's rates, and we explain both before you commit.
- Tell us about your history and the kind of community you want.
- Complete the qualifying forms.
- Get your pre-approval decision and choose from matched Partner Properties.
Tell us what matters most
Is it a pool, a fitness center, covered parking, a newer kitchen or a shorter commute? Share your must-haves, your monthly budget, your move-in date and the areas you prefer. Be upfront about every rental issue on your record. The clearer the picture, the better the match.
Call 713-992-3000, visit 4600 Hwy 6 N #102, Houston, or fill out the form on this page. We have bilingual Counselors.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there luxury second chance apartments in Houston?
Some of our Partner Properties are newer, amenity-rich communities. A Counselor matches you by budget, style and area, based on your history.
Can I get into a luxury apartment with an eviction?
It is possible at some Partner Properties. Our general guideline is two or fewer rental issues, and every case is reviewed individually.
Will a luxury apartment cost more to get approved?
Our Initial Fee and Lease Assurance Fee depend on your history and the Partner Property's rates. We explain both before you commit.
Can I choose which community I live in?
Yes. You choose from the Partner Properties your Counselor matches you to.
Is there a refund if I am not approved?
Yes. If you are not pre-approved within 7 days, the Initial Fee is refunded.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. We have bilingual Counselors. Call 713-992-3000 and ask for a Spanish-speaking Counselor.