Advice on college apartments?

jaysparent
Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:43:18 +0000

Thank you all for the replies!

You guys are all right…I think I am expecting too much as a mom for a son’s college apartment. Son liked the apartment and we got to meet the owner himself…so things worked out pretty well. The apartment wasn’t as much as my son had hoped it would be (it was smaller, and he wasn’t a huge fan of the carpet) but for the price and location, it couldn’t be beat. He figures he’ll just buy rugs since we doubt the owner would change the flooring. My HS daughter strongly disliked the apartment though, so I guess when we visit we’ll be staying in hotels…!

Thanks for all the tips! I did a very thorough inspection myself since the place was vacant and everything seems to be pretty well maintained for a college apartment. I’ll be sure to make copies of the lease and read over it multiple times with the son. Thanks again! This place is a haven for parents like me.