Frequently Asked Questions | College Suites at CityStation South

What leasing options are available?

12 month options

Are co-living options available?

Yes

Do you have flexible lease lengths?

August 15th - July 15th but we can work around dates needed

Can roommates sign separate leases?

On apartments with multiple beds, yes

Do you offer individual leases & co-living?

Both

Can I request a specific apartment & can an apartment be held?

Request are accomodated; deposits reserve a space as long as it is available

Can an apartment be reserved ahead of time?

Yes

Can I choose a specific apartment before I move in?

Yes, pending availability

Is there a security deposit and is any of it refundable?

Yes $300, Yes

What payments are required before move-in?

App Fee, Security Deposit, Amenity Fee, First Instalment

How do I apply for an apartment?

Online or in person

Is there an online application process?

Yes

Where can I submit a rental application?

Online

What qualifications are needed to apply?

Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)

What screening criteria do you use for applicants?

Background and credit check

When is rent due and how can it be paid?

1-4th of the month; late by 5th day of the month

Do you offer online rent payment options?

Yes

Are there late fees for rent payments?

Yes

Do you require a security deposit and how is it handled?

Yes, it is paid before move in

Are utilities inlcuded?

Yes

What utilities are included in the rent?

Each home features a microwave, free cable & internet, and a washer & dryer.

Is renter's insurance required?

Yes

Can I purchase renter’s insurance through the property?

Yes

Do you allow subletting or short-term rentals?

Subletting is allowed after screening and approval

Can the apartment be sublet or listed on short-term rental platforms like AirBnB or VRBO?

No

Are housing vouchers accepted?

No

Do you accept Section 8 vouchers?

No

Do residents need to carry renter’s insurance?

Yes

What fees are due at move-in?

1st installment if not already paid

Do you charge an application or administrative fee?

Yes Application fee is $25

Is key fob or code access required for amenities?

Yes

Are amenities secured and accessible by residents only?

Yes

What are the hours of the clubhouse?

24 hours w/ fob access

What are the hours for the fitness center?

24 hours with key fob access

Is the fitness center open 24 hours?

Yes

When is the gym open?

24 hours w/ fob access

What times is the pool open, and is it seasonal?

No pool

When can residents use the swimming pool?

No pool

When is the business center available for use?

24 hours

When is the resident clubhouse open?

Whenever the resident would like to use the room

What times can I access the clubhouse?

24 hours with key fob access

When can I use the community laundry room?

In unit washer and dryers

What are the hours of the laundry facility?

In unit washer and dryers

Is the apartment set up for working remotely?

Yes

Are there shared workspaces or meeting rooms available?

Yes

Do common spaces have high-speed internet?

High-speed free internet

How do I get my packages/do you have package lockers?

Packages are delivered to the apartment / Amazon Hub Location is available

Do you offer outdoor grilling areas for residents?

Yes, an outdoor gated picnic area

What is the smoking policy?

No smoking

Is smoking allowed in apartments or common areas?

No smoking

Are pets allowed, and what is the pet policy?

No pets

Do you have a dog park or pet washing station?

No

What is the parking situation?

Parking Garage is available

Is parking assigned or open?

Open Parking

Are garages or covered parking available?

Covered parking available

What schools are in the area?

RPI, HVCC, Sage Colleges, Siena College

Which school district is the property located in?

Troy School District, RPI and Russell Sage

Is rideshare service (like Uber/Lyft) commonly available in the area?

Yes

How far is it to the nearest airport or train station?

Albany International Airport 6 miles, Millon Air Albany, Rensselaer County Airport

What is the travel time to the closest airport or transit hub?

Metropolitan Transportation 6.2 miles, Albany-Rensselaer 6.6 miles

Are you near any transportation routes? Which ones?

Yes, 19th St & 3rd Ave .7 miles, George St & Swan St 1.2 miles, Hudson Valley Community College

Is public transit accessible nearby?

Yes

How walkable/bikeable is the community?

Very

What is the walk score or bike score?

Walk score 89/100, Bikeable 26/100

Are there sidewalks, trails, or bike paths in the area?

Yes

Are there grocery stores or shopping centers nearby?

Market 32, Price Chopper, Whole Foods, Hannaford, Walmart

What are the closest options for groceries and dining?

Browns Brewing company, little pecks, Emerys, Dinosaur BBQ, The Bunker, Barnsider

Are the apartments furnished?

Yes

Do you offer furnished or partially furnished apartments?

Yes

Have any recent renovations been done?

No

When were these apartments built? Have there been any renovations?

Apartments were built in 2012, no recent renovations have been done

Is additional storage available inside or outside the apartment?

Additional storage inside apartment

Do the apartments have walk-in or walk through closet options?

No

Is there a linen closet in the apartment?

Yes, storage closet and linen closet

Do the apartments have air conditioning?

Yes

Do apartments have ceiling fans or additional ventilation?

No, has vents

What type of flooring do the apartments have?

Hardwood flooring

Are the floors carpeted, vinyl, or hardwood?

Hardwood flooring

Is there a bathtub or just a shower?

Bathtub and shower, high ceilings

What type of bathroom fixtures are included?

Spacious, bathtub

Are washers and dryers available? Are they in the apartment? What kind?

In unit washer and dryer, stacked

Do apartments include in-home laundry or access to shared laundry?

In unit washer and dryer

Are the washers and dryers full-size, frontload, or stackable?

Full size, stackable

Is there a separate laundry room or is it a laundry closet?

Side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker, Garbage Disposal,Self-cleaning oven

What kind of appliances and features does the kitchen have?

Full size appliances, fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher

Do apartments have dishwashers?

Yes

Is a dishwasher included in each apartment?

Yes

Do kitchens include full-sized appliances?

Yes

Does the apartment come with a microwave?

Yes

Are built-in microwaves included?

Yes

Does the kitchen have a chef's island?

No

Does the kitchen include a dedicated pantry?

No