FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The University of Houston, The University of Houston Downtown, Texas Southern
University, Rice University, University of Saint Thomas, and Houston Community College,
making these properties a prime housing option for students.
No. You do not need to be a student to rent one of our private units.
Our shared units are structured with the convenience of student housing in mind.
Shared means Private Bedroom/Bathroom, Shared Living Space and Shared Kitchen. Private
means Private Bedroom, Bathroom, Living Space and Kitchen, No Sharing.
Yes, you can. If you receive financial aid and plan to use it for housing, you’ll need to apply for the financial aid deferment plan. Rent is calculated annually and paid in two installments: 1st half is due by August and 2nd half is due by January.
Your rent includes all utilities - electricity, water, gas, WiFi, and trash.
Each shared unit contains multiple bedrooms, and each bedroom has its own private bathroom. The number of bedrooms per shared unit typically ranges from two (2) to five (5).
Our room rent starts from $1000/month and can go up to $2,350/month depending on the location, size, and privacy (private or shared) of the unit.
Each student apartment comes with a private bathroom for each room, a shared/ individual
washer/dryer set, refrigerator, microwave, range, and closet space.
Yes, on-site parking is available.
Yes, case by case basis. A written Pet Agreement and a non-refundable $250 Pet Fee are
required, a verbal agreement is not valid.
If a student is paying rent through financial aid, a co-signer must sign the Lease Guaranty Agreement on behalf of the student. We also accept co-signers for applicants who do not qualify based on their credit, income, or rental history.
A security deposit is required to reserve a room. Once the deposit is paid, the room is taken off the market and held for the student. For students paying rent by semester with financial aid: the security deposit is $500.
For applicants paying rent on a month-to-month basis: the security deposit is equal to one month’s rent. The deposit is fully refundable in accordance with the lease terms.
All lease agreements are for 12 months. Unlike dormitory housing, students are not required to vacate their units during winter or spring breaks. The leased room remains available to the tenant year-round.
Bus stops (4 - BEECHNUT ,
25 - RICHMOND). For other routes and more
information, please visit
https://www.ridemetro.org
We run the background check for each applicant.
Yes. Insurance will protect your belongings in case of fire, theft, or damage. If you
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No, unless you can find a replacement tenant as per the defined terms and conditions of
your contract.
Yes, we offer flexible leasing terms and will extend your lease! Please let us know at
least 2 months in advance, so we will have time to make the adjustments.
No. Smoking (any tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, and hookahs) is not
allowed in any of the student housing.
The rent is due on the 1st of each month with a grace period until the 3rd of the month.
Failure to pay within this time will result in a $50 late penalty fee.
Paying Rent with Financial Aid - yearly rent is paid in two installments; the first half is due in August, and the second half is due in January.
We take care of it all. You will only be charged if the issue was caused by your
negligence.
Sure, if we have an available room/apartment for you, please apply together so we can
arrange it for you.
No. We are responsible for finding your roommate. We will do our best to find a good
match.
Yes. However, overnight guests are not allowed and may result in penalties and possible
cancellation of your contract.
You must give at least 2 months (60 days) notice of intention if you intend to move out
of your room/apartment.
You must arrange a check out inspection with one of the team members. Our team member
will check whether or not the contract has been respected, and that no damage has
occurred in the apartment. Your security deposit will be returned to you if applicable
after 30 days. You must return all sets of keys. Otherwise, we will keep your security
deposit.
Yes, anyone may purchase food at campus Café. You may pay using cash. For the quickest
service, put dining credit on your university Card so you can simply swipe your card at
the cashier station and go.
Great properties in great locations book up fast. If you are after something special at
a reasonable rate, then securing your student home early is advisable.
Yes. Check Parking Policy
Absolutely! We welcome applicants who are working with housing assistance programs. Please provide your housing agency information when applying so we can coordinate support.
There’s a section on the application form to list your housing assistance program or agency. This helps us connect with your agency and ensure your needs are met.
Yes! Your agency can coordinate directly with us to help make your application process smoother.
We work with the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), Career and Recovery Resources, the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County (CFTH), and SEARCH etc.
Downloads
Lease Application
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Financial AID Deferment Request
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FERPA Consent Form
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Lease Guaranty Agreement
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Lease Agreement
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Lease Agreement Package
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Payment Options
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What to Bring to College
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Need Help?
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SNAP
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Move Out Procedure
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Parking Policy
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For a Place to Live is an off-campus housing service provider in Houston, Texas. We take care of all your hassles of living so you can focus on enjoying your student life. As all costs are included, you do not need to pay any extra amount for utilities and amenities.
Since the beginning, we have been working with many renowned universities and other academic institutes including, Texas Southern University, University of Houston Downton, University of ST. Thomas Houston, Rice University, Houston Community College, etc.
