Frequently Asked Questions
Maintenance
All apartments are cleaned and painted prior to a new move in. The maintenance team will replace the HVAC filter and complete a full inspection to ensure all items are working in proper order. Prior to move in keys being provided, a member of the leasing team will do a final walk to ensure everything is move in ready.
Maintenance concerns can be addressed with or without the resident present. For non-urgent concerns, the resident can elect to be present or not. For urgent matters, maintenance will address the concern as quickly as possible and the work is not scheduled out.
Yes, we do have on-site maintenance available Monday-Friday during office hours from 9am to 5pm and after hours for emergencies.
Contact the leasing office for assistance or place a work order through our resident portal. Most requests are completed within 48 hours. for emergency concerns, contact the leasing office via phone and follow the emergency maintenance prompts.
Havana Square offers assistance for those locked out of their apartment during regular business hours. A photo ID is required for this service.
Contact our office via phone and it will direct you to our emergency maintenance line.
Amenities
Havana Square offers street guest parking. Our residents have parking access within the community garage. Reserved parking spots are available at cost. For extended guest parking, we offer guest parking passes to be used within a designated portion of our garage. Monthly or weekly guest parking passes can be purchased at the leasing office. We ask that both residents and guests be courteous when parking. Vehicles must not span multiple spots. Vehicles left on property cannot be left in disrepair. Handicap parking spots can only be used by those with the proper tag.
Our community offers a 24-hour clubhouse and fitness center. Havana Square features a resort-style pool and two grilling stations, along with a gated pet park for our resident puppies.
Our pool hours are open from dawn until dusk. Additional rules and regulations are posted. The pool-side grill station and courtyard grill station are available each day from 7am to 10pm. Please bring a trash bag for any trash and dispose of it in the compactor after you are done.
We welcome both dogs and cats. Breed and size restrictions apply. We allow for a maximum of two animals per apartment home. Pet Screening approval is required for all animals. There is a $450 nonrefundable pet fee and $30 monthly pet rent per pet. No pet is permitted on property without written approval from the leasing office as part of the lease agreement. All pets must be on a leash unless they are inside the gated pet park. Owners must be present with their pet at all times. Additional rules are posted at the pet park area and in the lease agreement. Owners must pick up after their pets and dispose of the waste in designated pet waste stations, available throughout the community.
Each of our apartment homes will come standard with a double door refrigerator, dishwasher, stove/oven, garbage disposal, built-in microwave, washer and dryer.
Although we do not offer furnished apartment homes, several residents have rented unfurnished homes with us and utilized a furniture rental company to fill the home. Contact the leasing office for recommendations on furniture package rental companies.
Smoking is not permitted at any time inside our apartment homes or on the patios. Smoking refers to any use or possession of a cigar, cigarette, electronic cigarette, hookah, vaporizer, dab pen, juul, bowl, bong, or pipe which can be used to burn, light, vaporize, or ignite a product including, but not limited to, tobacco, marijuana, nicotine salts, THC cartridges, vape liquids, juul pods, oils or any other similar products, regardless of whether the person using or possessing the product is inhaling or exhaling the smoke or vapor from such product.
Valet service is provided. Trash pick-up is scheduled for Sunday through Thursday (excluding holidays). A container will be provided to each resident and must be used in conjunction with the valet service. Trash must be bagged in 12-gallon trash bags, tied securely, and placed inside the valet trash container for service. Do not place unbagged items in your trash container. Bags must not exceed 15 pounds. There is a maximum of two bags permitted each service night for pick up. Pet waste/litter must be double bagged. Containers must be placed outside your door no earlier than 6pm and no later than 8pm on a scheduled service date to receive proper service. Service will begin at 8:00pm. Loose garbage, boxes, or various trash located outside the trash container will not be removed and will result in a trash fine. Trash containers must be brought back into your apartment no later than 9am the next morning. If you have trash to dispose of outside of this time frame, it must be placed inside the compactor. The compactor is not available for bulk removal items such as housewares or furniture.
Although not a traditional gated community, Havana Square does utilize controlled access. Residents are registered within the leasing office at move in and provided a FOB/gate card to allow for access to the garage and resident amenities.
Yes! We have a several 1st floor apartments that come equipped with their own personal fenced in yard. Contact the office for details on these specific apartment homes.
Admin
Havana Square uses online rent payment for quick, easy, and on-time payment options. Rent, and any additional charges, are due on the 1st of every month and is, in fact, late on the 2nd. However, late fees are not be assessed until the 4th day of the month. Rent can be paid 24-hours a day online via the resident portal. Please understand that we are not able to accept cash or personal checks. Be sure to plan accordingly to pay online prior to the 4th to avoid late charges. Any payment submitted must cover the total balance due at that time. You can pay your rent online via our resident portal at www.havanasquaretampa.com by clicking on the ‘Residents’ button at the top of the page. More information on the fees associated with paying online is available on your resident portal.
The reservation screening process can take a minimum of 3 business days (M-F) to complete. Move in date requests that do not meet the minimum 3 business day requirement will be rescheduled by the community and additional costs may apply. Pricing is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the move in day selected. Please understand that the leasing office does not have control of how long the screening process takes to be completed. However, there are ways for applicants to ensure prompt completion. Our screening includes two third-party screening processes. Approve Shield handles our income and identity verification process. Each applicant will need to provide necessary documents within the first 24 hours of submission in order to continue to hold the reservation.”
Renter's insurance is provided for $18/month, via Foxen, to be paid with your rent for each of our apartment homes.
Our community includes 1 Gig of wifi as part of the Smart Bundle for each apartment home.
All of our leases offer termination options. Although they can be expensive, each lease will offer two options for the resident to select between prior to move in. Termination fees are due at the time of notice. For a clear undertsanding of both options prior to signing, please contact the leasing office and we would be happy to help address any questions.
Tampa Electric should be contacted to set up the apartment electric.
The Smart Bundle fee due with each month's rent includes 1 gig of wifi, standard parking, valet trash service, water and sewer, pest control, compactor service, package system access, and resident social events.
Location
Mitchell Elementary School, Higher Learning Academy (private elementary school), The Montessori Children's House of Hyde Park (private elementary school), Wilson Middle School, Tampa Preparatory School (private middle/high school), Plant High School
Directions
Havana Square is located in North Hyde Park, at the intersection of N Rome Avenue and W Fig Street. Located less than two miles west of Downtown Tampa, North Hyde Park is a compact neighborhood brimming with historic charm and modern development. In addition to its tranquil residential streets, North Hyde Park boasts an array of locally owned restaurants, cafes, and shops scattered throughout the community. North Hyde Park is also steps away from all that Downtown Tampa has to offer. The neighborhood's proximity to the University of Tampa makes it ideal for students, faculty, and staff seeking a rental close to campus. Major thoroughfares like Interstate 275 and the Selmon Expressway connect residents to employment opportunities throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Community Policy
Guests are always welcome! Just make sure they follow community rules and let us know if they will be staying for an extended period of time. Be sure to contact the leasing office for specifics on guest parking.
We are a non-smoking community. Please contact our leasing office for further details.
There is an account modification process for each community. To get started, submit a modification request to our team. The new leaseholder will have to submit an application and pay the application, administration, and modification fees associated with the process. The application will be processed and must meet the community’s credit, criminal background, and income requirements. Upon approval by the community manager, a new lease will be signed with all the lease holders. Please make sure the renter’s insurance policy is updated to reflect the change. Additional deposits may be required based on screening results.
There is an account modification process for each community. To get started, submit a modification request to our team. To remove a leaseholder from the lease, the remaining residents will need to meet the screening requirements for the apartment on their own. If so, all current leaseholders will need to sign the Roommate Release Modification Agreement. Modification fees do apply. The vacating resident must turn in all keys, cards, remotes, etc. to management. A new lease will need to be signed. Please make sure the renter’s insurance policy is updated to reflect the change.
When you’re ready to move out, provide us with notice and we will schedule a pre-move out inspection. This helps identify any potential charges and let you fix any issues. An express clean fee is assessed and due the month prior to vacating. On move-out day, return fobs and/or keys to complete the process.
Yes, residents must have an active renter's insurance policy at all times. Without an active insurance policy provided to the leasing office, a liability insurance policy will be put in place via Foxen at a monthly cost.
Application Process/Payments
Yes, residents must have an active renter's insurance policy at all times. Without an active insurance policy provided to the leasing office, a liability insurance policy will be put in place via Foxen at a monthly cost.
Yes, there is an option in many cases for applicants to add a guarantor or roommate to assist with qualifying.
Yes, RAM works with Flex to offer a way to split rent into two payments on a customizable schedule, providing you with more financial flexibiilty in your day-to-day life. There are monthly costs associated with utilizing the Flex service.
Yes, our community works with Rentistry to help you build your credit score by reporting on-time rent payments. There is a monthly cost associated with utilizing Rentistry.
Pay Rent: Make one-time payments or set up automatic payments. Submit Maintenance Requests: Report issues and track requests. Electronic Signature: Electronically sign your lease agreement and other documents requiring an electronic signature. View Lease Information: Access your lease documents and details. Update Personal Info: Change contact details, update emergency contacts, and more. It is important to note that vehicle/decal information and name changes must be addressed directly through the leasing office and cannot be completed via the resident portal.
Guarantors may be accepted for applicants who do not meet the income requirements. If accepted, Guarantors must complete an application and pay the application fee, must qualify showing income of at least 5 times the monthly rent, must sign the guarantor addendum prior to move in, must reside in the United States, and must submit an acceptable photo ID.
We offer a range of flexible lease term options, including but not limited to 7-month, 12-month, and 15-month leases. Pricing varies based on the chosen lease term and specific move-in date. Please contact the leasing office for further information.
All move-in funds can be paid with an online portal payment via ACH, debit, or credit card. Service fees may apply.
The easiest way to provide your rent payment is through the resident portal (www.rentcafe.com). Rent is due on the 1st of each month.
Our community comes equipped with bulk Internet. Contact leasing center for details on our specific provider.
Visit our website and click on a unit to apply. There is a $50 application fee per adult, a screening fee of $50 per adult, and an administrative fee is $250 per apartment.
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