How to Screen Tenants in Atlanta, GA…
Simplify tenant screening in Atlanta with RealSerious.com. Provide your applicant’s name and email, and we’ll secure their consent to deliver an official credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
Atlanta Tenant Screening Services You Can Trust
RealSerious.com understands Atlanta’s dynamic and diverse rental market. From luxury high-rises in Midtown to historic homes in Grant Park and suburban properties in Buckhead, we provide landlords with the tools needed to make confident, data-driven rental decisions.
Community Areas We Serve
Atlanta offers a wide variety of rental opportunities, and RealSerious.com ensures landlords across the city can access tenant screening tailored to their unique properties.
Featured Neighborhoods
Midtown Atlanta: Popular for high-rise apartments and walkable city living, ideal for young professionals.
Grant Park: Known for its historic homes and family-friendly vibe, attracting long-term renters.
Buckhead: A suburban-feeling area offering upscale properties and a strong demand for luxury rentals.
Old Fourth Ward: Vibrant and trendy, perfect for tenants seeking modern apartments and proximity to the BeltLine.
West End: A revitalized area appealing to families and young professionals drawn to affordable options.
Decatur: A close-knit suburban community just outside Atlanta, popular for its schools and charming neighborhoods.
What’s Included in Our Standard Service?
We offer essential insights that help Atlanta landlords select tenants more likely to respect lease agreements and maintain their properties. Our reports include, where available:
• Credit Score & Factors (ResidentScore®)
• Reported Addresses & Employment
• Credit Card & Loan Payments
• Ch 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Remarks
• Returned Check Collection Accts
• Unpaid Utility & Landlord Collections
• Foreclosures & Repossessions
• Multi-State Criminal Records*
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Global Sanctions
See a sample report.
Turnaround Times: Most results are delivered within seconds after the applicant’s identity is verified. However, some may take 1–2 days due to factors like common names, potential record matches, or local jurisdiction delays.
*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening report may vary due to (1) jurisdictions limiting what records are eligible to return and (2) TransUnion and/or its partners limiting records that do not meet their data quality standards. Learn more about tenant criminal records.
Atlanta Tenant Screening FAQs
If you need assistance, contact us. Note: We are unable to provide legal advice. For specific landlord-tenant law inquiries, consult an attorney or legal authority.
Are Atlanta landlords allowed to charge application fees?
Yes, Georgia law allows landlords to charge application fees to cover screening costs. There is no statewide cap on fees, but landlords should keep them reasonable to remain competitive in Atlanta’s market.
Can Atlanta landlords conduct criminal record searches?
Yes, Atlanta landlords can include criminal background checks in tenant screenings. It’s crucial, however, to comply with fair housing laws and avoid discriminatory practices. Visit the Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity for more information: https://gceo.georgia.gov
Atlanta Landlord Resources
For more statewide information and laws, see Georgia tenant screening.
Fulton County Magistrate Court
https://fultoncountyga.gov/inside-fulton-county/fulton-county-departments/magistrate-court
Handles dispossessory landlord-tenant actions.
Atlanta Code Enforcement Division
https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/city-planning/inspections-code-enforcement