our tenant rights guide

Student Tenants Association

Guides

Student Housing Guides

Straight talk on off-campus housing, leases, and tenant rights, written for students and the parents co-signing their rent.

For Students

Walk-time, roommate decisions, lease reality, and everything else you wish someone had told you before signing.

How Far From Campus Is Too Far? A Student's Walking Distance Guide
Walk-time, bike-time, and transit realities for student apartments. Pick housing that keeps you on time to lectures without blowing your budget.
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For Parents & Guardians

Guarantor liability, co-signing explained, hidden costs, and how to vet a student lease before your signature makes it official.

Co-Signing Your Student's Apartment Lease: What Every Parent Should Know
Plain-English breakdown of co-signing a student apartment lease. Understand guarantor liability, joint vs. individual leases, and how to protect your finances.
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