$1,200 /Month

Bright 2-Bedroom Basement Suite Near NAIT available immediately!Available immediately, this cozy 2 bedroom basement suite features oversized, above ground, windows in every room providing ample natural light that completely removes that typical "basement feel." The suite is approximately 950 square feet and features 1 bathroom, a generous sized kitchen and dining space, plenty of storage space, as well as a comfortable living room with large west-facing windows providing plenty of natural light. There is a private separate entrance that leads down to the suite. The entire home has been freshly painted and professionally cleaned. New flooring has been installed throughout the suite. The bathroom has built in shelving, a standing shower, and counter-top vanity space with additional storage beneath. The kitchen was renovated a few years ago and includes a fridge, oven, plenty of counter space, cupboards and shelving, and a functional layout. Located just outside the suite entrance, you can enjoy the convenience of shared in-home laundry, with a washer and dryer available for use and shared with the upstairs suite. Tenants are welcome to enjoy the back yard as it is open shared space. The monthly rent is $1200, with a $1200 damage deposit. Utilities are shared with the upstairs suite and split on a 60/40 basis. This offers a comfortable and affordable living arrangement with utilities shared between the two suites, the basement suite being responsible for 40%. With the basement suite paying 40% of utilities it is important to note that the utility cost fluctuates during the winter months. On average, the basement tenant's share of the utilities is approximately $160 per month, and during the colder winter months, it may increase to around $240 per month, depending on usage and weather.Street parking is located in front of the property. City of Edmonton residential parking restrictions are in place and state free parking is available on weekends as well as, Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm with a 2 hour maximum. A city parking pass is required to park freely out of these hours. Residential permits cost $120 for an annual permit (or roughly $10 a month). To qualify, your vehicle's registration must match the rental address. If a tenant has just moved in and hasn't updated their vehicle registration address yet, they can get a free temporary pass online by uploading a copy of your signed lease agreement.Pets are negotiable. Well-behaved, house-trained small dogs or cats may be considered. If you have any pets we can discuss this further to determine if it will be a good fit for this home.Westwood is a prime location for post-secondary students, young professionals and healthcare workers due to its immediate proximity to NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology), the LRT, Kingsway Mall, and The Royal Alexander Hospital. Conveniently located in the neighbourhood, Park Plaza Shopping Centre is minutes away and offers a wide range or amenities including a new No Frills grocery store. With excellent community access to transit, It is approximately a 10 minute walk to nearby bus routes, the LRT, or NAIT. Westwood is a mature residential neighbourhood in north-central Edmonton offering many close by amenities, parks, and easy transit access. Directly across the street you can enjoy the Lorne Larson Park or just around the corner is Westwood park, which includes a community hall and spray park.Looking for responsible and clean tenants who will be respectful of other tenants and any shared space. Tenant insurance is mandatory. Application process includes: a satisfactory credit check, income verification, previous landlord reference check and either employment verification, or an employer reference. To ensure safety and security for all tenants living on the property please keep in mind the landlord reserves the right to request a criminal record check as a final condition of lease approval. If requested, the applicant must provide consent or a recent police certificate. All information will be kept strictly confidential in compliance with Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).We value open communication and a great landlord-tenant relationship, and we look forward to welcoming the right person/s to the space!