Renting Tips and Questions
For students considering rental housing, please ask the following questions of prospective landlords or property managers. Gather as much information about a rental property as possible before submitting a rental application or signing a lease. It's important to obtain receipts for money paid. Additionally, maintain a copy of all correspondence between you (the tenant) and the landlord/property manager.
Security Checklist
Please use this checklist to help you decide about the security/safety of the off-campus housing you are considering. Visit the neighborhood during the day and at night.
Selecting a Roommate
You have every right to enjoy yourself in your apartment; however, so does your roommate. Conflicts can arise over differences in lifestyle compatibility. Characteristics and traits that are amusing or tolerable on a casual basis may not be so on an everyday basis. While all roommate relationships will have conflict at one time or another, it is important to determine those areas that are most important to you and in which you are not willing to compromise.
Penn State University Housing Disclaimer
The listing of rental units, roommates, and personal property on this site is a service to local rental property owners and students, faculty, and staff of The Pennsylvania State University. Rental property owners and other website users are responsible for reporting information fairly and accurately. The Pennsylvania State University and Off Campus Partners cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of such information. Inclusion of any listing on website does not constitute, and shall not be construed or reported as (1) an endorsement or approval by The Pennsylvania State University or Off Campus Partners of any landlord, its properties, or its business practices, or of any roommate or personal property listed on the website or (2) a warranty or representation by The Pennsylvania State University or Off Campus Partners as to the quality, safety or other features of such property and/or its owners or management agent(s). The Pennsylvania State University and Off Campus Partners expressly disclaim any and all responsibility for any problems that may arise with regard to such property or rental units or with regard to disputes between landlords and tenants concerning such property or rental units. All prospective tenants are responsible for inspecting potential rental units and negotiating lease terms with landlords, and users are encouraged to exercise their own good judgment when evaluating a prospective rental unit, landlord, roommate, or property listed on the website.