Checklist for Finding Student Apartments

If you have a student preparing for college classes in the Fall of 2016, it is far from too early to start planning for student housing. The best student housing options invariably go first. This, however, can lead people into making avoidable errors when choosing student housing. Here is a college apartment checklist to help minimize mistakes when selecting off campus apartments.

Convenience – Off campus living can help you expand your horizons when it comes to college life. A student’s convenient access to classes is still critical however. You’ll want housing that doesn’t waste time or fuel getting to and from class each day.
Age of the Building – Older houses and apartment communities tend to have more maintenance issues. They are generally more poorly insulated and will likely have older, more inefficient heating and cooling systems. This can lead to some budget busting utility bills.
Space – When looking at potential apartments, remember, you are looking at an empty apartment. Consider that apartment full of furniture, roommates and personal items. Students need space to study, sleep, and store private items securely. Bathrooms can get crowded and kitchens cluttered. Space is a critical point of concern for any college apartment checklist.
Laundry Facilities – Doing laundry is not pleasant under any circumstances. Convenient access to washers and dryers can help make the process easier.
Amenities – Does the community have a game room, basketball court, pool, green space, volleyball court, fitness center or any other amenity to help occupy students in downtime?
Safety – Is parking safe and convenient? Is access to the building or community limited? Are there security systems in the facility and or individual apartments?
Privacy – Most college students have roommates, and that can lead to privacy issues. Is it important that your student have a private bedroom, bath and closet? Is the building constructed well enough to ensure low noise and privacy?
Roommate Matching – Finding compatible roommates, to share rent and expenses, can be a challenge. Does the community offer a roommate matching service? Are leases signed individually, making each student responsible for their own share of the apartment costs?
Is It a Pet-Friendly Community?– If having a pet while attending college is on your college apartment checklist, you’ll want a pet-friendly community with green space available.

Compare Your College Apartment Checklist With The Retreat at Gainesville

The Retreat at Gainesville opens for the first time in the Fall of 2016. It is a modern community designed for today’s students. It is conveniently located for students attending the University of Florida. It is a brand new community that is energy efficient. Each apartment has its own walk-in closet and private bath. Every apartment has a full-sized washer and dryer in the unit. The Retreat has roommate matching and units are available in 2 to 6 bedroom floor plans. It is a limited access community and its cottage style apartments improve privacy. Amenities are plentiful including a Clubhouse with a game room, cyber cafe, study areas and a computer lounge. There’s a resort-style pool, volleyball court and outdoor pavilion. When you compare your college apartment checklist to what The Retreat at Gainesville offers, the choice will be clear.

Now Leasing for the Fall of 2016

The time to reserve your space is now. Contact The Retreat at Gainesville or visit the offices on University Avenue to get everything on your college apartment checklist. Don’t miss this opportunity to be one of the first U of F students to enjoy The Retreat lifestyle.