I also have one page of "House Rules" that include: don't make noise/smells that bother neighbors, only currently registered vehicles may park on the property, no car repair may be performed on the property, no smoking in bed, no illegal activity, outdoor cookers must be used more than 10 feet from any structure, etc. etc. etc.

Outdoor entertaining area5. 

Hi @Steven Gesis - When I rented a higher end place, I wanted:-A view with outdoor space (patio, balcony, etc)-Nice lobby and entrance - I could control the look of my home but not the common area so having this updated and clean meant a lot to me.

You have great access to outdoor activities as well as amenities of a larger city including great dining and entertainment options without all the crowds or traffic that exist down here in the Snohomish/Pierce/King county area. 

I'd be surprised if it gets that cold down in Oakland, but you are likely dealing with higher indoor (and outdoor) humidity and the face of your wall assembly may drop below the dewpoint.You need to find the cause of the humidity: broken dryer vent line; dishwasher; long, steamy showers w/o the bathroom fan running; water leak; too many people living in the unit; in-adequate ventilation (particularly if the envelope is tight); a grow-op in the basement, etc.  

Your outdoor entertainment doesn't have to stop when the sun comes down because the upper deck & ground level are well lit with soft bright lights.

No outdoor (not good weather, and noise would bother neighbors) and no pets wandering the house without their owner present.

Lots of outdoor activities, great food and friendly people. 

There are some outdoor fixes that I want to do: Install a new and secure front door, get fencing, repair half the roof (which i would wait after winter to do), some siding repair.

I am also a partner in a retail store and I am a silent partner in a small outdoor equipment manufacture.I have purchased equipment (equipment was crazy cheap in 07/08).