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About RealESALetter
What is RealESALetter?
RealESALetter is a SaaS marketplace that matches you with a licensed mental health professional in your state for a real clinical evaluation. You receive a legitimate Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter that grants you the right to live with your pet in rental housing — regardless of pet policies, breed restrictions, or extra fees — under the Fair Housing Act. The process is fully online and takes about 24 hours in most states.
Who needs RealESALetter?
This service is for tenants who need a legal document to keep their emotional support animal in an apartment, condo, HOA property, or university housing. It is not for travelers: an ESA letter does not cover flying. For air travel, you would need a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) letter, which RealESALetter also offers. The service works for pet owners in all 50 states, though residents of Arkansas, California, Iowa, Louisiana, and Montana require a 30-day evaluation period.
How it works
You complete a 5-minute questionnaire (free, no credit card), a licensed clinician reviews your case and is assigned to your state, and you receive a digitally signed PDF within 24 hours. The letter includes the therapist's license number, issue date, and contact information — exactly what the Fair Housing Act requires. If your landlord needs extra forms signed, RealESALetter handles that at no extra charge, and therapists can speak directly with your landlord if needed.
Real use cases
Example: A renter with a no-pet policy uses an ESA letter to legally keep their cat without paying pet deposits or rent. A student in university housing uses the letter to live with their emotional support dog. A landlord receives a valid document from a state-licensed therapist and must make a reasonable accommodation under federal law.
Key features
- Licensed therapist evaluation — Real clinical assessment, not a questionnaire or automated system. Licensed in all 50 states.
- 24-hour turnaround — Digitally signed PDF delivered within 24 hours in most states (same-day where allowed).
- 100% money-back guarantee — Full refund if your landlord does not accept the letter.
- 12-month validity — Letters are valid for one year, with renewal discounts available.
- Landlord support — Free help with extra forms and direct therapist-to-landlord calls as needed.
- Add extra pets — Additional animals can be added for $40 each per letter.
- Fair Housing Act compliant — Includes state license number, date, and therapist contact information as required by federal law.
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RealESALetter Pricing
RealESALetter pricing: from $149 one-time. Billing model: Lifetime.
For comparison: the median starting price in Legal Tech is $49/month, measured across 37 tools we track. See the full SaaS Pricing Index →
ESA Housing Letter — $149
One-time payment, no subscription. Housing protection under the Fair Housing Act, valid for 12 months. Same-day PDF delivery in most states; hard copy mailed within 3 business days. Includes renewal discounts. Free landlord assistance.
ESA Letter Renewal — $99
Renew your existing ESA letter for another 12 months. Same features as the original.
New PSD Letter — $199
Includes ADA public access rights for task-trained dogs, housing protection, a live call with a licensed therapist, and DOT cabin travel eligibility documentation. Valid for 12 months. Dog task training is the handler's responsibility.
ESA Letter + PSD Combo — $249
Save $99 compared to buying separately. Includes both an ESA housing letter and a PSD letter from one evaluation. Valid for 12 months, with $99 locked-in renewal. Single point of contact for landlord verification.
PSD Consultation — $99
Live call with a therapist to confirm PSD eligibility before committing. Fee is separate from the PSD letter price.
Note: Arkansas, California, Iowa, Louisiana, and Montana residents require a 30-day evaluation period by state law.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free trial?
No free trial, but the initial 5-minute questionnaire is free with no credit card required. You only pay when you decide to proceed with a letter.
How much does RealESALetter cost?
ESA Housing Letter is $149, PSD Letter is $199, Combo is $249, PSD Consultation is $99, and ESA Letter Renewal is $99. All are one-time payments, no subscription.
Who is RealESALetter best for?
It is best for tenants who need a valid ESA letter to keep their emotional support animal in rental housing. It is not for air travel (use the PSD option instead).
What are the main alternatives?
Top alternatives include CertaPet, Pettable, and US Service Animals. Compare on features, state licensing, and guarantee policies.
What is included in the ESA letter?
The letter includes the therapist's letterhead, practice name, license number, your details (name, DOB, qualifying condition), your pet's details, a reference to the Fair Housing Act, and the therapist's signed license number.
How quickly can I get my ESA letter?
In most states, you receive a digitally signed PDF within 24 hours. Same-day delivery is available in 45 states. Residents of CA, AR, IA, LA, and MT face a 30-day evaluation period.
