A. Park Point Syracuse features two different apartment layouts: 2-bedroom/1 bath and 4-bedroom/2 bath units.


Q. What are the lease terms?
A.  All apartments have an 11 1/2 month lease term with rent payable in 12 equal payments.
 

Q. What are the prices for Park Point Syracuse?
A. Prices are per bedroom. 2011-12 rates are as follows: 2-bedroom apartments, $999. 4-bedroom apartments, $959. For the 2012-13 school year the rates are as follows: 2-bedroom apartments, $1049. 4-bedroom apartments, $999. Please note: we are currently accepting renewal applications from 2011-12 residents for the 2012-13 school year. New residents wishing to live at Park Point Syracuse in 2012-13 may apply using this form: 2012-13 New Resident Application

Q. What's included in this cost?
A. Each unit includes a full kitchen with dishwasher and standard modern appliances, individual in-unit washer/dryer, all utilities (heat/central air, standard cable, local phone, high-speed internet, garbage pick-up) and complete furnishings. You will also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center, entertainment lounge, and private gated courtyard. Maintenence and security is also included in this cost.


Q. Is the lease written for each resident or the apartment?
A. Lease contracts are for individual bedrooms within a unit.


Q. What will parking be like?
A. Residents must apply for parking passes through Syracuse University. Parking passes are awarded on a first come, first serve basis (160 have been designated to Park Point tenants). All arrangements must be made through Syracuse University.


Q. Where is Park Point Syracuse located?
A. Right at the corner of Marshall Street and Comstock Avenue on the main campus of Syracuse University.


Q. Where is the Leasing Office located?
A. The Leasing Office is located on the first floor of Park Point Syracuse.


Q. Is Park Point accepting applications? What is the availability?
A. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Units go quickly, so contact the leasing office for availability.


Q. Where can I submit/send my application?
A. Applications with the $75 processing fee can be dropped off in person at the Leasing Office or can be mailed to the following address:

Park Point Syracuse
417 Comstock Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13210


Q. Do I need a guarantor/co-signer?
A. Yes, a guarantor is required for all Leases and must be approved by the Landlord. In certain circumstances this requirement may be waived; however, in those instances a security deposit will be required.


Q. Can I use my financial aid?
A. Yes. Typically, the student loans, grants, etc. are distributed to the University and they take their portion. The student can then have the remaining amount sent to them in a refund check and it is the student's responsibility to pay us. You can always pay ahead of time if you choose.


Q. Will you send me a bill each month?
A. We do not send invoices. Your lease will include your rent payment details.


Q. Does Park Point require a security deposit?
A. No, however a one-time $100 service fee is required when signing the lease.


Q. Is Park Point Syracuse on-campus housing?
A. No. Park Point is located on campus but it is privately owned and managed.


Q. Does Park Point allow subleasing?
A. Subleasing is not permitted without the Landlord's written consent. Sub-tenants must meet eligibility and financial requirements.


Q. Are the apartments handicapped accessible?
A.  Several apartments meet ADA accessibility requirements and all other apartments are adaptable.


Q. Can I share my bedroom?
A. All apartments are designed to accommodate only one resident per bedroom.


Q. What sizes are the beds?
A. Each bed is full size.


Q. Is garbage pick-up included?
A. Yes. Trash rooms are strategically located on each floor of Park Point for convenience.


Q. Is there a model unit to walk-through?
A. Please contact our Leasing Office to schedule a time to see an apartment.


Q. Can I request an apartment or roommates?
A. We take all considerations into account and do everything we can to accommodate your requests. However, we make assignments based on a first come/first serve basis. If you have special requests, please indicate them on your leasing application.


Q. Am I required to/can I have a meal plan if I live at Park Point?
A. You are not required to, but you can have a meal plan at SU if you would like to.


Q. Will there be card access to my building?
A. There will be swipe card access to your building, and each apartment will have a simple key lock on their front door. Each bedroom is individually keyed for your privacy.


Q. Can freshman/sophomores live at Park Point?
A. No, Park Point housing is for upperclassmen and graduate students per Syracuse University standards.


Q. Can the apartments be co-ed?
A. Yes.


Q. Are pets allowed?
A. No.


Q. Is there designated housing for undergraduate vs. graduate students?
A. Housing is based on a first-come, first-serve basis and we will try to accommodate tenants' requests.


Q. Does Park Point have a tanning facility?
A. No.


Q. Does Park Point have RA's?
A. No. 



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