The new apartment you adore will likely require references from your previous landlord, and will discover that you still owe them money and could serve to get you disqualified. No landlord wants to rent to a tenant who is already in debt to a previous landlord. To offset this issue, it is in your best interest to be upfront with your prospective landlord about it before you even submit an application. This shows integrity.

LOL @ "Blacklist". All they have to do is pick up the phone and check your references for your past addresses and they'll be told about your debt. Most landlords do not rent to people who have an outstanding debt with a prior landlord because that usually means there's a good chance you'll stiff them, too. Your best bet is to make payment arrangements for that $1500 and start building up some good faith with that past landlord so you can say you at least are attempting to make good on your obligations.

If they did a credit/background check, you will likely get denied.

maybe. if it's on your credit report, the answer would most likely be no.

Quite likely, you are blacklisted if you do not pay what you are supposed to pay, landlords have a list of who not to rent to.

Adult life 101: pay your bills

You need to pay your debts. **life lesson** if you don't it will bite you repeatedly.

I lived at an apartment complex 2 years ago and i moved out early so i owe them about $1,500... i just recently put in an application for a new apartment that i LOVE and really really want but i dont know if i'll get denied because of it. i have a deadline when i need to move out by and this apartment is perfect. what are the chances ill be denied because of this??