Applicant FAQs

To activate your resident portal account, please call us at 401.223.2838 ext. 5. We’ll confirm your best contact phone number and email address, then send you a personalized activation link to securely access your Rhode Island rental account online.

Start by completing your online rental application [here]. Once your application is approved, a Stonelink leasing agent will reach out to arrange a showing of available Rhode Island rental units.

Because rental applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, we will contact you as soon as a showing becomes available. Viewings can be arranged in person or via virtual tour (FaceTime).

At this time, Stonelink only accepts online rental applications. This ensures faster processing and secure online payment. An email address is required to apply. Need help? Our support team is available to guide you through the process.

No application fee is charged. However, we do charge $20.00 to run the required National BCI and credit reports, unless you provide reports dated within the last 90 days.

Yes! You may submit a general rental application, which we’ll keep on file for 30 calendar days. This allows quicker access to available homes and apartments in Rhode Island as they become available.

Yes, we proudly accept Section 8 housing vouchers and other housing assistance programs. Stonelink and our property owners fully comply with all federal, state, and local fair housing laws in Rhode Island.

To apply for an apartment or home rental in Rhode Island, you'll need:

• Valid government-issued photo ID
• Proof of income — such as pay stubs, bank statements, tax returns, disability/SSI documentation, student housing, alimony, or housing vouchers
• National BCI and credit reports valid within 90 days
  Applicants must demonstrate a monthly income equal to 3 times the rent amount.

Some Rhode Island rental units are pet-friendly, while others have restrictions. Look for pet policy information on each property listing. Additional pet fees may apply. Service and emotional support animals are welcome with appropriate documentation in accordance with FHA guidelines.

See our full list of restricted animals for Rhode Island rental properties by clicking [here]

In Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the security deposit is equal to one month's rent, per state law.

If your record shows an eviction within the last 5 years, your rental application may be denied.

Applicants must have a minimum credit score of 600, met by at least one member of the household. Applications are evaluated by a trusted third-party service, and if declined, you’ll receive a letter detailing how to contact the credit agency for more information. We recommend reviewing our screening criteria before applying.

You can request free weekly credit reports from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion at AnnualCreditReport.com.

To obtain a BCI (Bureau of Criminal Identification) report in Rhode Island, visit the official RI Attorney General’s website for full instructions.