FAQ

What amenities does River Birch Apartment Homes offer?

River Birch offers thoughtfully designed amenities that provide comfort, convenience, and opportunities to connect with your community.

Community Amenities:

• Heated outdoor swimming pool
• 24-hour fitness center
• Clubhouse
• Coffee bar
• Community fire pit
• Basketball court
• BBQ grilling area
• Dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs
• Dog wash station
• Fenced-in dog run
• Beautiful wooded surroundings and ample green spaces
• Garage parking options
• Surface parking
• Smoke-free community

Apartment Features:

• In-unit washer and dryer
• Stainless steel appliances
• Quartz countertops
• Modern finishes
• LVP flooring
• Spacious closets
• Private patio or balcony
• Kohler-designed plumbing fixtures
• Controlled access buildings

Does every apartment have a washer and dryer?

Yes! Every River Birch apartment home includes a full-size, in-unit washer and dryer for your convenience.

Is River Birch pet-friendly?

Yes! We welcome pets as part of our community. River Birch allows up to two pets per apartment home.

Our pet policy includes:

• $350 non-refundable pet fee per pet
• $50 monthly pet rent per pet
• Breed restrictions may apply

Residents and their pets can also enjoy convenient amenities including our dog park, fenced-in dog run, and dog wash station.

How do I apply for an apartment at River Birch?

We can’t wait to welcome you home! Reserving your next apartment home is easy.

Simply visit the Floor Plans page on our website, select your preferred apartment home, and complete the online application.

To submit your application, we require:

• $50 application fee per adult applicant
• $300 holding fee per apartment home

The holding fee is applied toward your move-in costs once your application is approved.

What fees are required to apply?

To begin the application process, applicants are responsible for:

• $50 application fee per adult applicant
• $300 holding fee per apartment home

The holding fee is required to reserve your selected apartment home and will be applied toward your move-in costs after approval.

What is the holding fee, and is it refundable?

A $300 holding fee is required per apartment home to reserve your apartment.

• If your application is approved, the holding fee will be applied toward your move-in costs.
• If your application is denied, the holding fee is fully refundable.
• If you cancel after submitting your application, the holding fee is non-refundable.

What is the security deposit?

The standard security deposit is $500.

Based on the results of your application screening, the required security deposit may be up to one and a half months’ rent.

What utilities are included with rent?

Your monthly rent includes:

• Trash and recycling
• Lawn care
• Snow removal
• One complimentary surface parking permit per apartment home

What utilities are residents responsible for?

Residents are responsible for:

• Water and sewer: Billed monthly through RealPage Utility Billing based on usage and added to your resident ledger.
• Electric: Residents must establish service through Consumers Energy before move-in.
• Gas: Residents must establish service through DTE before move-in.
• Internet, TV, and cable: AT&T Instant ON is pre-installed in every apartment home. Xfinity service is also available and must be scheduled directly through the provider.

How is water billed?

Water and sewer charges are billed monthly through RealPage Utility Billing based on usage and added to your resident account.

Because Gaines Township bills the community quarterly, water charges may be delayed before appearing on your monthly statement.

A $10.50 water activation fee is due at move-in, along with a $2.76 monthly billing fee.

What parking options are available?

Each apartment home includes one complimentary surface parking permit.

Additional vehicles require a garage rental:

• Standard garage: $75-$100/month
• Large/Tall garage: $100-$150/month

Garage availability is limited. Some garages may not accommodate all makes and models of trucks or SUVs.

Are garages available?

Yes! Detached garages are available for rent based on availability.

Garage pricing varies by size and location:

• Standard garages: $75-$100/month
• Large/Tall garages: $100-$150/month

Please contact our leasing team for current availability.

Is internet available at River Birch?

Yes! AT&T Instant ON internet is pre-installed in every apartment home for convenient setup.

Residents may also choose Xfinity service by contacting Xfinity directly to schedule installation.

Do you offer short-term or month-to-month leases?

Short-term lease options may be available depending on availability.

A $250 monthly short-term lease fee applies for month-to-month leasing options.

Please contact our leasing team for current availability and details.

How do residents pay rent and submit requests?

Residents have access to the convenient Resident Portal, where they can:

• Pay rent online
• Submit maintenance requests
• Communicate with the on-site team
• Reserve amenities
• View resident events
• Access important documents
• Find helpful community resources

What happens if rent is paid late?

maA $200 late rent fee will apply to overdue rent payments according to the terms of your lease agreement. Additional legal action will be taken if rent is not paid by the 7th of the month.