Hello, I am interested in this apartment. Could you please tell me if this apartment is furnished? 
No it does not come furnished.
Okay thanks.. I'd have to furnish this apartment and I just got a new job working as an ecologist in the bay area. Eventually I could afford to pay full price but would like to negotiate if possible until I can get more acclimated.  
I can work with you on the price within reason, do you have an offer?
I'd like to pay no more than $1,400.00 at first and provide you will a full  deposit with a two lease that would steadily double on rent after one year. This will give me the means to properly furnish this apartment and get to save the extra money back for the years ahead.