Student Housing Communities

The first four options in our list of housing referrals are Student Housing Communities. These are very different than the common apartment, and can be a great transition for students who don’t have much experience out on their own. Whether you choose University Village, University Commons, GrandMarc, or Jefferson at Berry, you will find that Student Housing offers several things that a typical apartment doesn’t.

Student Housing Communities feature:

Roommate matching - If you want to have a roommate, living at a student housing community is the best way to get matched with roommates. You can have one, two, or three roommates, depending on the number of bedrooms in the apartment.
Individual leases - While giving you the option of living with other students, you are still able to sign a
lease that is solely between you and the management company. This means that you pay a consistent amount per month for your room in the apartment, and you are not affected if a roommate fails to pay rent.
Furnished apartments - First time moving away from home? No furniture? No worries! Most student housing communities are fully furnished, so you only have to worry about moving personal items such as electronics, linens and decorative items.
All-inclusive rent - For the most part, your monthly rent pays for everything with the exception of parking. No need to worry about extra costs for heat, electricity, high-speed internet or cable TV!
Amenities - Student housing offers several great amenities such as fitness centers, computer labs, community rooms, washer and dryer in your apartment unit and air conditioning, as well as many others. Check out the lists of specific amenities for each community on its referral page.

What is the cost compared to living in a dorm?

Student housing is competitive and often times more affordable than living in a residence hall at a major college or university. Check out how our referrals compare to these examples!

Student Housing Prices (Individual Bedrooms)

University Village: $749/month
University Commons: $599 – $899/month
GrandMarc: $749 – $875/month
Jefferson at Berry: $545 – $695/month

Examples of Traditional Residence Hall Prices

University of Minnesota Room & Board
- Double Occupancy Room: $2,147/semester + $1,585/semester required meal plan =
  $3,732/semester = $933/month
- Single Occupancy Room: $2,551/semester + $1,585/semester required meal plan =
  $4,136/semester = $1,034/month

St. Olaf Room & Board
- $8,200/academic year = $1058/month

University of Iowa Room & Board

University Village

Student Housing Community

2515 University Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
ph: 612.676.1000 fax: 612.627.9047
Great Lakes Management Co.
www.umnvillage.com

University Village offers primarily 2 bedroom/2 bathroom units in a variety of floor plans with both individual and shared bedroom options. Prices are $479 per person in a shared bedroom and $749 per person in individual bedrooms. Check out their website for the floorplans and more details.

The University of Minnesota subleases 112 units in the building to use for their student housing. Though they are in the same building, these U of M units are sectioned off from the remaining 87, which are available to rent for students from any educational institution.

Cosigner information for University Village:

A cosigner is not required to lease as long as either a deposit equal to 3 months rent is paid or 6 months rent is paid in advance.

Community Manager: Lorien Mueller

Rent includes

water, sewer, trash
heat
electric
high-speed internet

Parking

$85/month heated underground
free street parking if available

Amenities

air-conditioning
washer & dryer in unit
itness center
community room
computer center
indoor bicycle garage
free printing
roommate matching
NOT FURNISHED

Lease options: 12 months
Application fee: $39
Security deposit: varies
Other fees: $39 cosigner fee
Number of units: 199
Pets: no pets allowed

Distance from IPR: 3 miles
Distance to bus: less than 1 block

Office Hours

Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 5pm
Saturday by appointment

Prices

Individual Bedroom: $749/month
Shared Bedroom: $479/monthOther

University Commons

Student Housing Community

609 Huron Boulevard SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
ph: 612.623.3225 fax: 612.623.3229
Real Property Systems
www.ucmn.com

University Commons has 1,2,3, and 4 bedroom apartments, with both individual and shared bedroom options. Prices range from $489 for a shared bedroom to $759 for an individual bedroom. You can check out their floorplans and more specific pricing on their website.

Subleasing Information for Univerisity Commons:

This community offers individual leases, which means while you share an aparment with other students, you are in no way held accountable for the rent payments of your roommates. If they fail to pay, your rate and lease terms do not change. The University Commons is structured to a traditional University schedule, with 12 month leases that begin in August. Since IPR has start dates 4 times per year it is unlikely that signing a 12 month lease in August will work out. However, subleasing is a viable option. Students who have signed leases sometimes find that they want to study abroad, move in with friends, or do any number of things that would require them to get out of their lease. That’s where you come in! You can take over whatever time is left on their lease, then have the option of signing on for another year or moving out when the term ends. Subleases can (and do) come up any time of the year, which can allow you to move in close to your start date. University Commons is very involved with its subleasing options. Check out the website or contact the rental office for up-to-date sub- lease availabilities!

Cosigner information for University Commons:

A cosigner is required to lease, no exceptions.

Leasing Manager: Mari Hill

Rent includes

water, sewer, trash
heat
electric ($15 allowance per bedroom)
high-speed internet
cable TV

Parking

$75/month outdoor lot
$125/month covered lot

Amenities

air-conditioning
washer & dryer in unit
itness center
14 person hot tub
free tanning
game room w/ big screen TV
bicycle storage
security on duty 10pm – 6am daily
computer center w/ copier & fax
free printing
roommate matching
FULLY FURNISHED

Lease options:

best option is a sublease

Application fee:

$49

Security deposit:

none

Other fees:

$59 administration fee if no cosigner available, 3 months rentdue upfront

Number of units:

4 buildings

Pets:

no pets allowed

Distance from IPR:

2.5 miles

Distance to bus:

2 blocks

Office Hours

Mon – Fri: 9am – 6pm
Sat – Sun: 10am – 5pm

Typical Prices (Subject to change)

Individual Bedroom: $599/month
Shared Bedroom: $489/month

GrandMarc at 7 Corners

Student Housing Community

1849 Washington Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55454
ph: 612.333.4567 fax: 612.343.0576
College Park Communities
www.collegeparkweb.com

GrandMarc at Seven Corners offers 1, 2, and 4 bedroom units with individual or shared bedroom options, as well as a few efficiencies. Prices range anywhere from $470 per person for a shared two bedroom to $1,255 for a one bedroom.

Subleasing Information for GrandMarc:

GrandMarc at Seven Corners is structured to a traditional University schedule, with 12 month leases that begin in August or September. Since IPR has start dates 4 times per year, that isn’t a generally convenient leasing option. However, subleasing is a viable option. Students who have signed leases sometimes find that they want to study abroad, move in with friends, or do any number of things that would require them to get out of their lease. That’s where you come in! You can take over whatever time is left on their lease, then have the option of signing on for another year or moving out when the term ends. Subleases can (and do) come up any time of the year, which can allow you to move in close to your start date.

Ask the rental office about the best way to find a sublease!

Cosigner information for GrandMarc:

A cosigner is not required to lease as long as you self-qualify or can
pay the lease in full up front.

Property Manager: Stacie Cotten

Rent includes

water, sewer, trash*
heat*
electric*
high-speed internet
cable TV

Parking

$95/month heated underground

Amenities

air-conditioning
washer & dryer in unit
dishwasher
free tanning
24 hour emergency maintenance
24 hour game room, fitness center, computer lab
on-site restaurants, convenience store, hair salon
roommate matching
FURNISHED AVAILABLE

Lease options: best option is a sublease
Application fee: $99
Security deposit: none
Other fees: n/a
Number of units: 187
Pets: no pets allowed

Distance from IPR: 1.5 miles
Distance to bus: 1 block

Office Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 7pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday: Noon – 4pm

* Grandmarc includes per-person allotments for these utilities in the rent. Ask a leasing professional for details.

Typical Prices (Subject to Change)

Individual Bedroom: $749/month
Shared Bedroom: $469/month

Jefferson at Berry

Student Housing Community

950 Jefferson Commons Circle, St. Paul, MN 55114
ph: 651.644.8400 fax: 651.644.8401
JPI Properties
www.jeffersonatberry.com

Sublease Information for Jefferson at Berry:

Jefferson at Berry is structured to a traditional University schedule, with 12 month leases that begin in mid-August. Since IPR has start dates 4 times per year it is unlikely that signing a 12 month lease in August will work out. However, subleasing is a viable option. Students who have signed leases sometimes find that they want to study abroad, move in with friends, or do any number of things that would require them to get out of their lease. That’s where you come in! You can take over whatever time is left on their lease, then have the option of signing on for another year or moving out when the term ends. Subleases can (and do) come up any time of the year, which can allow you to move in close to your start date.

Ask the rental office about the best way to find a sublease!

Cosigner information for Jefferson at Berry:

A cosigner is not required as long as you self-qualify or can pay a security deposit equal to 2 months rent.

Leasing Manager: Alissa Wellington

Rent includes

water, sewer, trash
heat, electric ($15 allowance per bedroom), cable TV
internet

Parking

$100/month, uncovered, outdoor

Amenities

air-conditioning
washer & dryer in unit
walk in closets
plasma TVs in 4BR, 4BA units
fitness center/spa
tanning beds
hot tub
enclosed grill area
traditional game room
video game room with consoles
indoor secured bicycle storage
business center, free printing
deck with each unit
individual security systems
nightly security patrol service
FULLY FURNISHED

Lease options: best option is a sublease
Application fee: $35
Security deposit: $200
Number of units: 150
Pets: not allowed (unless medically required)

Distance from IPR: 3.9 miles
Distance to bus: 2 blocks

Office Hours
Mon – Fri: 9am – 7pm
(Summer hours 10am – 6pm)
Saturday: 10am – 6pm
Sunday: 12am – 5pm