The white to me is "trending" and who knows if it'll last like what I've seen in "beige"  .As long you stay away from those high contrasting old school colors, you'll be fine :)

The dark wood bed, the grandma curtains. etc. 

I hear you, but in the city where we own, there are no rules specific to this matter like the ones you note...we passed our occupancy inspection with flying colors.  

The $200 is a lot but they tend to not turn on lights while one of them complains its dark, complain about the neighbors, etc.

Both are pretty dark with limited light.  

You're asking what color you should like...

I think you picked nice colors and finishes!

If there is something the tenant has indicated they would like to do to "make it their own home", such as putting up flower boxes under the windows, painting a room a color of their choice, etc.

@Jerry Padilla yes, while it needs a little work, primarily cosmetic (you should see the paint colors, someone was a big Clemson fan - bright purple and orange!) 

Leading with a smile and great care performing customer service seems to light the way through dark or rough patches in this business.I look forward to hearing some other examples, hopefully ones we can all use and grow as a group.