Off-Campus Housing Blog

5 Games to Make Your College Apartment a Party

September 25, 2015

Eventually, going out will lose its luster and you’ll find that cheap entertainment at home with some close friends is really the best answer to a fun night. To help you one this pursuit, here are five games that can easily be held in your apartment, without the stress and strain of going out on the town.…

Weekly Roundup of Student Housing News

September 23, 2015

Industry News

Here’s what’s happening in college rentals… Providence, R.I. – City Passes Ordinance to Limit Student Occupancy in Single Family Homes Mayor Jorge Elorza approved an ordinance pushed by the City Council of Providence, R.I. to place a cap on the number of students permitted to occupy single family homes. The legislation was introduced by Councilwoman Jo-Ann Ryan…

College Apartment Checklist

September 23, 2015

Off Campus Housing

Welcome to College Rental’s exclusive all-in-one checklist for the savvy student mover! We’ve thought of everything you might need for your college apartment, from essentials to things you may not have considered. Check it out below: Packing doesn’t have to be a pain. Here are some tips to keep in mind when you are get…

Who Chooses Off-Campus Housing

September 23, 2015

Apartment Living

How to Clean Your Apartment Like a Boss

September 22, 2015

Maintenance Tips

You can put it off all you want but eventually you are going to have to clean your apartment. The longer you wait the more the mess will build up and you don’t want to be that “guy” or “girl” with the stink seeping into your neighbors place. Also, a last-minute clean before you move…

Autumn DIY College Apartment Decorations

September 22, 2015

Decorating Tips

Do you know what day it is tomorrow? The first day of autumn! That means, cozy sweaters, Pumpkin Spice Lattes (yum!), and college football. Students have most likely taken their first exams or quizzes and are gearing up for Homecoming, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. It can be a stressful time, especially for students with a packed schedule.…

EdR Collegiate Housing to Pitch New Student Housing Development at UNT

September 22, 2015

Industry News

A new mixed-use development is in the early planning stages at EdR Collegiate Housing. The proposed structure would sit directly across from the University of North Texas on West Hickory Street in Denton, Texas, and provide student housing for 300 to 400 students starting in 2017. A Voertman’s Book Store and Subway currently occupy the…

College Apartment Pantry Prep 101

September 21, 2015

Apartment Gear, Kitchen

Believe it or not, you can only eat so much pizza; it won’t take long before delivery and eating out finally gets old. In college, you don’t have time to go to the store everyday, so as with many things in this transitional point of life, planning ahead is key. Proteins will come and go, but…

Fun Ideas for College Apartment Social Events

September 18, 2015

Apartment Living

Finding free and fun entertainment can be difficult. Thankfully, most apartment complexes offer a variety of options for residents to enjoy. Some of those options can be found in the amenities – pool, game room, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and even movie theaters and bowling alleys. If these options weren’t enough, many of the management companies…

How First-Year Roommates Mold You

September 18, 2015

Apartment Living, Roommates

Gear to Class Up Your College Apartment

September 15, 2015

Apartment Gear

In college, you’ll find that a lot of your furniture, dishes and accessories come to you secondhand. While repurposing used items is fun, and often good for eliminating waste, acquiring your own possessions is fun and helpful in establishing your own identity. Instead of just accepting what comes to you, go out of your way…

Going Solo: The Benefits of a One-Bedroom Apartment

September 14, 2015

Apartment Living

After growing up surrounded by family – or perhaps the carousel of roommates for your first few semesters – your first time living alone can be a little intimidating. Between the bills, the cleaning and of course the isolation, the pressure of responsibility seems forever mounting. But, you’re in college now and living alone for…