1.1. Where is the Apartment Office?
1.2. Can I tour the Apartments?
1.3. Do I need a parking pass/permit to park in apartment community?
1.4. What is the duration of the lease?
1.5. How many people can live in a one bedroom apartment? Two bedroom? Three bedroom?
1.6. Do you officer Section 8 Housing?
1.7. What school district will my kids attend school?
2.1. How, where, and when do I apply?
2.2. If I cancel my application, do I get my application fee back?
2.3. What types of apartments are available?
2.4. What is the quare footage of the apartments?
2.5. Can I move from the residence halls to the apartment community during the academic year?
3. MOVING INTO THE UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS
3.1. What is included?
3.2. What appliances are supplied by the University
3.3. Do you have washers and dryers
3.4. Do any of the apartments have internet access?
3.5. Is there a place on campus where I could host a gathering?
3.6. Do you have a fitness room?
3.7. Where do I get my mail?
3.8. What are some of the amenities?
3.9. Are the apartments furnished?
4.1. How safe are the apartments?
4.2. How do I protect my belongings from being
4.3. Is alcohol allowed on the premises?
4.4. Are pets allowed in the apartments?
4.5. Is smoking allowed?
5.1. How much is rent?
5.2. Can I use my financial to pay for the application fee? Deposit? rent?
5.3. When is my rent due and where do I send my payments?
5.4. How can I pay for the entire semester or year of rent?
1. GENERAL QUESTIONS
1.1 Where is the Apartment Office?
The University Apartment Office is located in the University Village Community Center at 2580 W. Boise Avenue in the University Village Apartments. Both the Resident Director's office and the front desk are located there. All lease signings will take place in the Residence Life Office in University Square, C Building, across the parking lot from the circular building on the corner of University and Chrisway. [back]
1.2 Can I tour the apartments?
During the summer, tours are between 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm each weekday (Monday -Friday). [back]
1.3 Do I need a parking pass/permit to park in apartment community?
Yes, valid parking passes/permits are required for all tenants, occupants and guests to park in the apartment parking lots. Please refer to Parking and Transportation Services website or calling (208) 426-PARK for details on permits and cost structure. [back]
1.4 What is the duration of the lease?
University Housing provides flexible lease durations. The standard lease is for 12 months. For an additional $25/month rent increase a lease between 6 and 11 months is available; for an addition $50/month a lease for less than 6 months is available. [back]
1.5 How many people can live in a one bedroom apartment? Two bedroom? Three bedroom?
The maximum number of adults that can live in a one bedroom apartment is two. A two bedroom is three adults. A three bedroom is four adults [back]
1.6 Do you offer Section 8 Housing?
Yes. Boise City/Ada County Housing Authority provides rental assistance to families whose household income does not exceed 50% of the area median income. Due to the demand of rental assistance it may take up to 12 months for BCACHA to approve an applicant. For more information visit their website at http://www.bcacha.org or call (208) 345-4907.[back]
1.7 What school district will my kids attend school?
Information about specific schools, staff, school calendars, class start and end times, concerts, and other events can be accessed through the Boise School District website. Most kids attend the following schools:
Elementary – Garfield
Junior high school – North or East
High school – Boise [back]
2. APARTMENT APPLICATION
2.1 How, where and when do I apply?
All apartment applications are online at http://housing.boisestate.edu. After submitting an application a $25 application fee will appear on your BroncoWeb account; you must pay the application fee in order to have your application processed. Failure to pay within 30 days will result in a cancellation of your application.
Applications are accepted on/after:
May 2nd – fall term (August – November move-in dates)
November 1st – spring term (December – April move-in dates)
March 1st – summer term (May – July move-in dates) [back]
2.2 If I cancel my application, do I get my application fee back?
The $25 application fee is non-refundable as it pays for the processing of the housing request. You may cancel your application prior to the acceptance of an apartment. Once you’ve accepted an apartment a $225 non-refundable reservation will be posted; this fee will be converted to the security deposit at the lease signing. [back]
2.3 What types of apartments are available?
Our availability changes on a daily basis. Below is the number of units in our various complexes.
University Heights
18 one bedroom units
18 two bedroom units
University Manor
27 one bedroom units
27 two bedroom units
University Park
41 two bedroom units
5 three bedroom units
University Square
100 two bedroom units
University Village
66 two bedroom units [back]
2.4 What is the square footage of the apartments?
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Approx. Sq Feet |
University Heights |
1 bedroom |
492 |
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2 bedroom |
636 |
University Manor |
1 bedroom |
492 |
|
2 bedroom |
636 |
University Park |
2 bedroom |
805 |
|
3 bedroom |
900 |
University Square |
2 bedroom |
700 |
University Village |
2 bedroom |
805 |
2.5 Can I move from the residence halls to the apartment community during the academic year?
Yes, if you meet the criteria and there is availability. Fill out the Residence Hall to Apartment Transfer Request and meet with your Resident Director. [back]
2. MOVING INTO THE UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS
3.1 What is included?
University Housing pays for water, sewer and trash. It is the resident’s responsibility to pay for electricity to Idaho Power and gas to Intermountain Gas (Square & Village). Internet is provided at no additional cost. Cable TV are the resident’s choice (University Square has cable provided. University Manor has phone available at $30/month). Satellite TV is not permitted in the apartment community. [back]
3.2 What appliances are supplied by the University?
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Dishwasher |
Washer/Dryer |
Garbage Disposal |
Refrigerator |
Stove |
Laundromat |
University Heights |
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|
|
X |
X |
X* |
University Manor |
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|
|
X |
X |
X |
University Park |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
University Square |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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University Village |
X |
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
3.3 Do you have washers and dryers?
University Square apartments have full size washer and dryer in the individual units. Other complexes have laundry facilities for exclusive use of the apartment community residents. Please do not leave laundry unattended or allow laundry to remain in the machines after washing/drying. If you find a machine not working properly or it has taken your money please call the University Apartment Front Desk at 447-1002. [back]
3.4 Do any of the apartments have internet access?
Wired internet access is available in all five of our complexes. The university does not support personal wireless internet routers. [back]
3.5 Is there any place on campus where I could host a gathering?
University Square and Village each have a community center. These rooms are a great place to study, socialize, or relax. The community center is available for reservations for apartment tenants to host private events. A reservation form must be completed at the University Apartment Front Desk in the Village Apartments. Residents that use the community center are expected to follow the center rules and are required to clean up after their event. No alcohol is permitted in the community center. [back]
3.6 Do you have a fitness room?
Better than that, all students have free use of the Campus Recreation Center which features great workout equipment, exercise/fitness classes, indoor courts, climbing wall, and much more. For more information go to http://rec.boisestate.edu. [back]
3.7 Where do I get my mail?
During your lease signing you will be given your mailbox number and address. Mailboxes are located in centralized locations throughout the apartment complexes. All packages that are too large for your individual mailbox or those delivered by FedEx, DHL, or UPS to University Square Apartments will be delivered to the University Suites Front Desk in Building C. Likewise, any packages for residents of University Heights, Manor, Park, or Village Apartments will be available for pick-up at the University Apartments Front Desk in the University Village Apartments. It is the resident’s responsibility to fill out a mail forwarding card with USPS when you move out. [back]
3.8 What are some of the amenities?
See some of our amenities on our Apartment Facilities page.[back]
3.9 Are the apartments furnished?
The University Apartments are unfurnished. It is the responsibility of the residents to furnish their own furniture and personal decoration. [back]
2. MOVING INTO THE UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS
4.1 How safe are the apartments?
4.1 How safe are the apartments?
Campus Security is responsible for building security, grounds security, citizen assistance, emergency response, and alarm monitoring. Security Officers patrol the facilities weekdays from 4:00pm to 7:00am and 24 hours a day on weekends and holidays. Campus Security can be contacted at (208) 426-1453.
In an emergency, dial 911. In University Square, the buildings are locked 24 hours a day and require a door access card. Residents are expected not to prop doors open or let people unknown to them in to the facilities. [back]
4.2 How do I protect my belongings from being damaged or stolen?
As a resident you belongings are not insured against theft, fire, or water damage. Boise State University and University Housing strongly recommend you purchase renter’s insurance to protect yourself and your belongings. Renter’s insurance is often available at a reasonable cost from the company you may have your auto insurance through. [back]
4.3 Is alcohol allowed on the premises?
Students of legal age residing in the apartments will follow state laws and University policy regarding alcohol use. Students of legal age may not contribute to the delinquency of minors – by purchasing, providing or making alcohol available to underage students and/or their guests, with the exception granted those minors in their stewardship (children or dependents). Possession and/or consumption of alcohol are prohibited in any public area of University owned buildings or grounds. Therefore, alcohol is not allowed on landings, balconies/decks, in the parking lots and outside University Housing facilities on University grounds.
Kegged (tapped) beer, other common containers of alcohol (e.g. punch), and other large quantities of alcohol are prohibited in all University Housing facilities, including apartments. A common source of alcohol is any amount of alcohol that is shared with others. Parties and other gatherings where alcohol is shared are prohibited.
A person is considered in violation of University Housing’s policy on alcohol use if his or her personal alcohol consumption infringes upon the rights of other persons or property. [back]
4.4 Are pets allowed in the apartments?
Due to health, safety, and facility concerns, fish in aquariums (10 gallons or less) are the only pets allowed in the apartments. Trained service or companion animals required by a qualified person with a disability are the only exception to this policy and must be approved by the Office of Disability Services at 426-1583. [back]
4.5 Is smoking allowed?
Boise State is now a smoke-free campus. As such, no smoking is allowed in the apartments or on/in any University property. For more information about the smoke-free policy, please see: http://www.boisestate.edu/healthservices/smokefree/ [back]
5. FINANCES
5.1 How much is the rent?
Visit our Rates page for the most current rates. [back]
5.2 Can I use my financial aid to pay for the application fee? Deposit? Rent?
Financial aid does not cover the payments of the application fee or the security deposit. Financial aid may cover the rent. Any aid will first be applied to tuition and fees, any left can be applied towards rent [back]
5.3 When is my rent due and where do I send my payments?
Rent is due on the 25th of each month. Financial aid, if applicable, will be applied to your BroncoWeb account toward apartment charges after tuition and fees are paid. A late payment fee of $10.00 or 1.75% of the balance due, whichever is greater, will be implemented if payment is not received by the Payment and Disbursement Center by 4:30 p.m. on the 1st day of the month or, when the 1st falls on a weekend, on the following Monday.[back]
What is included?
Fill out the Post Advance Rent form and submit to the Apartment Office. Please allow up to 72 hours for the rent to be posted to BroncoWeb. [back]
