Greetings :)
I live in a house in Mission Viejo, and rent 3 rooms out. We're positive, good natured, people. I am a vegan, absolute progressive, musician, actor, singer, dancer, ballroom/social dance instructor. Used to have a lot of local public performances and dance classes. I'm a full time single father, with my beautiful toddler son sharing my room.
I am looking for a good natured, responsible individual for one available room, available now. Male or female, doesn't matter. We have a 2-story 4 bed, 2 1/2 bath place, with lots of trees and plant life all around the outside and backyard. I aim to maintain an atmosphere of good vibes, respect, and freedom. Specifically, I am looking for a NON-SMOKER, and vegan or vegetarian is a plus (we basically just don't want meat cooked on the stove/oven...bbq & microwave are ok). Rent is $850, which includes full use of the house, full privileges. No lease is required, but please provide at least 30 days notice before moving out. Private phone line available. Cable tv is wired, and we have wireless internet installed. The neighborhood is peaceful and safe, with some wonderful walking/biking trails nearby. Plenty of street parking.
The room is available now, deposit is $850, and utilities are shared 4 ways. I cover the trash/recycling myself, and we split the electric/gas/water/cable/internet 4 ways, which generally ranges between $140 and $180 per person.
This room has had a fresh coat of paint, since these pictures, and there is no curtain over the blinds, but there are new blinds.
Length of stay: Please only contact me if you plan to stay at least a year. Advertising rooms and interviewing people is very time consuming.
Pets: We already have 2 cats and a 35lb Lab/Husky dog (very small for her breeds), all of whom are friendly. Because I occasionally work overnights as a pet sitter at clients' houses, one thing I'm looking for in a prospective new roommie is that you're willing to occasionally let my dog out on a leash in the backyard, and lock her in her crate, before going to bed. Not looking to bring any more dogs or cats into the house.
Guests: Of course your significant other is welcome here, how could you call this home, otherwise? This isn't your parent's house, haha. And yes, they can stay the night if they respect our house rules, up to 3 times per week...which is fair, cuz they aren't paying rent/utilities. Any non-romantic guests need to also be respectful of roommates and house rules.
Couples: I know this area has become obscenely expensive, but it wouldn't be fair to my other tenants/roommates to bring more than one new person into the house.
Food storage: You'll share a refrigerator/freezer in the garage, that I bought for my tenants/roommates, cuz my son and I keep ours pretty full in the kitchen. You'll have a dedicated shelf in the pantry, in the kitchen. The basics like plates/utensils are fair game, just please respect house rules re: dishwasher protocol, and not using the stove/oven for animal parts.
Item storage: We really don't have any extra space in the garage, sorry to say.
Chores: Three roommates share the responsibility for cleaning the full bathroom, upstairs. I take care of cleaning the 1/2 bath in the hallway downstairs. I do ask that you recycle responsibly, and I have separate cans in the kitchen for trash and recycling.
Room specifics: Your window faces the sunset, and the picture showing trees and a trellis below was taken from your window. The room is empty, not furnished at all. You have a closet. Your room is upstairs (all the bedrooms are), and the whole house is carpeted.
Central air: I really never turn it on. We all uses fans and/or space heaters. Just please turn off all appliances when leaving the house.
Basically, I'm a performing artist, world traveler, progressive, and down to earth guy, intent on living with people of good character, and good vibes. This opportunity is not AT ALL compatible with anyone who supports the hate/racism/sexism/cruelty/war crimes of the current regime, so please don't waste either of our time inquiring. If you're someone I'd meet at a "No Kings" protest, or at least have progressive values, I'd love to hear from you.
Contact: I'm a total night owl. You can call or text me at midnight, but don't expect to reach me before 11am.