Washington D.C. Student Accommodation

Find and book student housing in Washington D.C. at uhomes.com. Browse and find the right student accommodation for you in Washington D.C. based on your preferences. These include private student properties in Washington D.C., which include student apartments, shared and En-suite rooms, and student studios. All these properties offer fully furnished apartments with modern facilities such as communal lounge areas, games areas, study rooms, swipe card laundry, fully equipped gyms, BBQ areas and much more.
Students looking for this type of private accommodation in Washington D.C. should visit the Student Housing website to compare the various options and choose the best Washington D.C. student accommodation. Go find your roommate! For affordable student housing in Washington D.C., most students choose to book affordable student apartments such as Latrobe Apartments, Tilden Hall Apartments, Varsity on K, Kiley Apartments and Andover House

Houses in Washington D.C.

What documents should I bring when checking in?

Please bring your passport, I-20, payment receipt, credit card, check, etc. Please note that the property does not accept cash.

What do the utility bills cover when renting an apartment in Washington D.C.?

Utility refers to the water, electricity, heating, garbage and wastewater treatment fees, security fees, Internet and cable TV fees and other miscellaneous expenses that the tenant spends every month. Some landlords will include all these costs in the rent and require tenants to pay them together.

Can I go to Washington D.C. and see the house before deciding to sign?

Try not to. It is best to move in directly after arriving in the United States. Then, the closer the school starts, the higher the rent, and there is no good housing left around the school. Therefore, students, please decide the time you sign according to your actual situation.

What are the starting and closing times for renting student housing in Washington D.C.?

Generally, student apartments have a specific check-in time and check-out time, most of which are 3-5 days before the school starts. Some apartments offer flexible check-in time during the summer vacation, or early check-in for some rooms. The check-out time is generally May 31, July 31, August 31, etc. of the following year.

When renting a house in Washington D.C., after signing the lease, can I cancel the lease at any time?

Generally speaking, once the lease is signed, it will take effect immediately, and neither party to the lease can terminate the contract in advance. According to the relevant laws of the United States, if the tenant has signed a long-term lease, he/she shall bear the rent for the whole lease term. Even if he/she is forced to move out, the landlord still has the right to require the tenant to pay all the rent.

When I go to study in Washington D.C., when should I start applying for housing?

According to the school's local house-hunting habits, market supply, and individual needs, the time to start house-hunting varies for each school. And the start time is different for new students and returning students. For new students, they usually start to pay attention to renting houses after obtaining the school admission notice or confirmation to study in the local area, usually in April and May. We suggest that students formally apply for and sign for an apartment after receiving the I20 form. There are also a lot of new students who will come to the United States in advance and decide to sign up after seeing the apartment on site. Old students, that is returning students, the time they look for housing is more spread across the year. Old students in some schools usually start to sign for a house for the next academic year in the first semester (fall), but most of the old students usually start looking for houses in the spring semester.

Can I secretly keep pets while renting in Washington D.C.?

You may not. Basically, pets also must pay rent and security deposit. Some students will secretly want to keep cats and dogs. Violation of the contract is not recommended, because it will damage their credit and may attract fines.

Does the rental market in Washington D.C. have a great impact on study and life?

I think the environment determines the quality of life. In addition to the distance from the school and the surrounding public safety, the traffic situation in the place of residence should also be considered: whether there is public transport, whether parking is convenient, and whether there are supermarkets nearby, etc.

What are the general steps to follow when applying for student housing in Washington D.C.?

The application steps for an apartment are mainly divided into: filling in the application form -> submitting the application form -> personal background check -> sending the apartment contract -> reading the contract carefully -> signing -> payment

I have booked an apartment. Can I check in directly after arriving in Washington D.C.?

Each apartment has its own clear check-in time. If you arrive in the United States after the official check-in time of the apartment, of course you can check in directly after going through the check-in procedures. However, if you arrive before the official check-in time stipulated by the apartment, you should: 1) Communicate with the apartment in time when applying for the apartment to see if there is the possibility of early check-in and tell the apartment your ideal check-in time; 2) If the apartment cannot provide early check-in, you need to find temporary accommodation by yourself, such as hotels, daily rental houses, or ask for help from early students.

What should you pay attention to when renting a house in Washington D.C.?

Is the room number, key, etc. correct and is the apartment fully equipped with all the facilities provided? If possible, we suggest that you take a picture of the check-in list and submit it to the apartment together with the check-in list, so that both parties can retain a copy of evidence to protect themselves.

What should I pay attention to when subletting in Washington D.C.?

It is recommended to confirm with the second lessor and the apartment party the procedures required to complete the sublease and ensure that you are no longer legally responsible for the previous contract. If it is a private sublease, students should pay more attention to: 1) These are private actions, without any legal effect; 2) If found, the apartment is likely to hold you responsible. In view of the risks associated with private subletting, please negotiate with the tenant in advance to protect your own interests.