 TITLE: Can My Credit Score Affect Renting? CONTENT: What Credit Score Do I Need to Rent an Apartment?\n-------------------------------------------------\nThere's no specific FICO® Score that will determine whether or not you can move into a new apartment.\nWhile your FICO® Score may not be the No. 1 factor in deciding whether you'll be approved for an apartment lease, a higher score may give you an advantage. That's especially true in a competitive rental market, where higher-rent apartments may demand a higher credit score.\nFICO® Scores range from 300 to 850, and a FICO® Score above 670 indicates good credit. However, a FICO® Score below 670 doesn't necessarily mean a landlord will reject your rental application outright. A landlord may scrutinize your application more closely if your FICO® Score is low, but the score that gets you in the door can depend on the type of apartment you want to rent, the rent you'll be paying, the state of the local rental market and your income. Your landlord may not even consider your credit at all when reviewing your application. FICO® Scores don't include income as a factor, nor is your income included on your credit report.\nBefore you submit a rental application, you can get your free Experian credit report to help you understand where your credit stands. To get your credit move-in ready, review your credit report and take the time to address any issues you find, such as high credit card balances. END