How to Screen Tenants in Idaho…
Screening tenants in Idaho is straightforward. Simply submit the applicant’s name and email, and we’ll secure their consent to retrieve an official credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
Idaho Tenant Screening Services You Can Trust
At RealSerious.com, we understand the unique challenges of Idaho’s rental market. Whether you’re managing properties in Boise, Idaho Falls, Coeur d’Alene, or smaller communities, our services give landlords and property managers the insights needed to make informed rental decisions.
Featured areas across Idaho:
• Boise
• Meridian
• Nampa
• Idaho Falls
• Caldwell
Our background checks are available statewide for landlords and real estate professionals, subject to local regulations.
What’s Included in Our Standard Service?
Our comprehensive reports help landlords evaluate tenants based on a wide range of factors to protect properties and improve the likelihood of selecting responsible renters. Reports may include:
• 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: The majority of results may be viewed within seconds of the applicant’s identity verification. However, some may take up to 1–2 days due to common name matches, potential record hits, or delays in local jurisdiction research.
*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening 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. As of November 2024, criminal records are available to return in the following jurisdictions that have a green dot in the “In Network” column below…
Idaho Tenant Criminal Record Coverage
This information applies only to our criminal report included in our standard Idaho tenant screening service. If a jurisdiction is not “In Network,” then it’s possible that if a criminal conviction occurred there, it may not be reported. Learn more about our tenant criminal record coverage across the rest of the U.S.
Search by county to see if it’s “In Network”
| State | County | In Network | Initial Clear Avg Turnaround Time | Potential Hit Avg Turnaround Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | Ada | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Adams | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Bannock | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Bear Lake | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Benewah | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Bingham | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Blaine | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Boise | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Bonner | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Bonneville | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Boundary | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Butte | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Camas | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Canyon | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Caribou | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Cassia | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Clark | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Clearwater | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Custer | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Elmore | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Franklin | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Fremont | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Gem | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Gooding | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Idaho | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Jefferson | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Jerome | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Kootenai | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Latah | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Lemhi | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Lewis | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Lincoln | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Madison | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Minidoka | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Nez Perce | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Oneida | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Owyhee | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Payette | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Power | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Shoshone | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Teton | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Twin Falls | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Valley | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
| Idaho | Washington | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day |
Idaho Tenant Screening FAQs
Additional questions? Contact us. Please note: We are unable to provide legal advice. For questions specific to landlord-tenant laws, consult a local attorney or legal expert.
Are landlords in Idaho allowed to charge an application fee?
Yes, Idaho landlords are permitted to charge a rental application fee to cover screening costs. There are no specific state-imposed caps, but fees should remain reasonable.
Can Idaho landlords rely on criminal conviction data?
Yes, landlords may include criminal background checks as part of the tenant screening process. However, landlords must comply with fair housing laws and ensure that criminal history checks are not used in a discriminatory manner. For more information, refer to the Idaho Commission on Human Rights below.
Idaho Landlord Resources
The following are helpful links to legal guidance, court information, and more.
Idaho State Bar Lawyer Referral Service
Search legal professionals experienced in landlord-tenant law.
Idaho Court Assistance Office
https://courtselfhelp.idaho.gov
Self help for eviction filings, small claims, and other landlord-tenant matters.
Idaho Housing and Finance Association
Offers housing programs, and fair housing education.
Idaho Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/Title6/T6CH3/