Can I rent a Fort Worth apartment with a past eviction on my record?

It is harder but not impossible. Some properties look at how long ago it occurred and whether the balance was paid, and a larger deposit or co-signer can offset the risk on paper.

Do all Fort Worth apartments run a credit check?

Nearly all market-rate communities do. Some affordable and income-restricted properties weigh income-to-rent ratio more heavily than score, so it is worth asking directly.

Will a co-signer help me get approved despite bad credit?

Often yes. A co-signer with strong credit and income can offset a weak application, though the property still has to approve the co-signer's own screening.

Apartments in Fort Worth for renters with bad credit or a past eviction

A low credit score, a past eviction, or no rental history at all does not automatically shut every door in Fort Worth. Some communities screen strictly, others weigh income and a larger deposit more heavily than score alone, and some work with second-chance leasing programs.

Ask upfront what the property's minimum credit threshold is and whether they consider a higher deposit or a co-signer in place of a stronger score.
Be direct about a past eviction during the application call rather than hoping it slips through, since a surprise on the background check usually kills the application outright.
Affordable and income-restricted communities sometimes have more flexible screening criteria than market-rate luxury buildings, though every property sets its own policy.

Bring proof of steady income or savings to the conversation, since that is often what shifts a marginal application from denied to approved with conditions.

What it costs

Expect a higher security deposit, sometimes double the standard amount, in place of a stricter credit requirement. Some properties also charge a risk or surety bond fee instead of a full cash deposit. Application fees are non-refundable regardless of approval outcome.

Top 3 by our score

Ranked from our published scoring of public Google reviews for affordable & low-income housing.

1. AMLI Grapevine
4.8★ · 224 reviews

90
2. Grafton
4.7★ · 113 reviews

85
3. The Davis
4.5★ · 452 reviews

84

FAQ

Can I rent a Fort Worth apartment with a past eviction on my record?: It is harder but not impossible. Some properties look at how long ago it occurred and whether the balance was paid, and a larger deposit or co-signer can offset the risk on paper.
Do all Fort Worth apartments run a credit check?: Nearly all market-rate communities do. Some affordable and income-restricted properties weigh income-to-rent ratio more heavily than score, so it is worth asking directly.
Will a co-signer help me get approved despite bad credit?: Often yes. A co-signer with strong credit and income can offset a weak application, though the property still has to approve the co-signer's own screening.

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