Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I found a house I like, what do I do next?
A: Schedule a tour by texting 609-362-2425.
Q: I would like to sign a lease, what do I do next?
Fill out the application/credit check found on the page of that house (APPLY NOW), then follow these steps:
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The application and credit check are reviewed, and if approved, a property manager will be in touch to get the emails of the tenants (and co-signers if applicable) to send the lease out for electronic signature.
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An Apartments.com account is create for each tenant
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Security Deposit (1.5x rent) is to be paid through the Apartments.com account no more than 5 days after the lease is signed.
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The first months rent is due 14 days before move in
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Tenants who are students will need a co-signer to ensure rent can be paid.
Q: Why is a credit check necessary, where can I complete the credit check?
A: A credit check informs the property manager about past if the party responsible for rent has used credit responsibly in the past, and gives them an indication of how likely rent will be paid in full and on time.
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Q: Where can I see a sample lease?
A: Click on the icon to the right
Q: What utilities will I pay? How much will utilities cost per month?
A: Tenants are responsible for:
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​Electric (PSE&G)
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Natural Gas/Oil Heat (PSE&G/Petro)
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Water (Trenton Water Works)
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Sewer (Ewing Township)
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Internet/Cable (Fios/Xfinity)
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*Monthly costs for utilities will vary based on consumption, season, and internet/cable package chosen. Budget $50-$70/person/month.
Q: Are the houses furnished?
A: All house come freshly cleaned and unfurnished
Q: How do I pay rent?
A: www.cozy.co is used to collect rent. If the entire year of rent is paid up front, a 3% discount is deducted off of the annual rent amount.
Q: Can each tenant pay individual instead of as a group?
A: Individual payments are accepted through Apartments.com In any one individual payment is late, the entire rent is considered late because the entire rent has not been paid on time.
Q: Can I sublease my room?
For limited reasons, such as study abroad, a sublease is possible. The new tenant will have to pass a credit check and sign the current lease.
Q: What is a typical lease length?
Leases are typical 12 months, from early June to late May. Longer leases are available.
Q: Are your properties pet friendly?
A: No
Q: If I want to renew my lease, when do you need to know by?
Q: What if there is something wrong after I move in?
A: Create a maintenance request using Apartments.com and receive a response back within 24 hours. For emergencies, send a text message to George at (609) 362 - 2425.
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*An emergency is a broken pipe, leak in the roof, or anything with fire. A burnt out lightbulb is not an emergency.