Berklee College ApartmentsBoston Best Rentals MantraRE Berklee College Boston Conservatory , Mass ART, Boston Medical ,Tufts ,Suffolk Emerson , Simmons Apartment close to near Berklee College Music apartment guideRealtors near Berklee College MusicYou can rent apartments near Berklee and many other universities and CollegeThis guide will help you Please also read the real life stories of renters 1. What are the different avenues for finding an apartment and features of each?Berklee housing Mantra RE and Boston Best Rentals is here to help. Real estate agencies:• Will save time by setting up all the appointments• Will guide a client through the rental process• Will match properties to a client’s needs• Will explain about different landlords, buildings, and areas• Can try to negotiate on behalf of the client• Largest selection of properties• Depending upon the season and landlords, there are realtor fees2. What are the advantages of living in a condo versus an apartment complex?Condo complex:• Typically will be professionally managed• Have owner occupancy (thus a higher possibility of mixed age of occupants)• Typically nicer common areas• Tenants have to be more quiet due to owner occupancy• Individual units can differ dramaticallyHere at Mantra RE Boston Best Rentals Dolomite RealtyBelow is a list of the locations that Berklee College of Music students typically live/rent in, apartments for rent near close to Berkleeincluding average price ranges, as well as a brief description of the demographic of each area.Each area has its own characteristics. rental apartmentsFenway/Kenmore/Symphony: A mix of young professionals and studentsBack Bay/Beacon Hill: Very quaint neighborhood.• Landlords can legally charge first month + last month + security = three month’s rent. Therecan also be a key deposit.• When you move in, fill out the Apartment Condition Statement and give it back to thelandlord within 15 days. Please also take detailed pictures of any damages to the unit.•• Pets: Not all landlords allow cats/dogs. Most allow cats.• Renter’s insurance: You probably have more in personal property than you realize.Computers, stereos, televisions, clothing, jewelry, and furniture would be expensive to replace in case of a fire or theft. Renter’s insurance is a good idea and is surprisingly affordable. Don’t assume your landlord’s or your parent’s insurance will cover yourbelongings. Any expensive instruments or jewelry will need to be added as “scheduled property” and will need to be appraised. Certain participating real estate firms will pay foroen year’s apartment insurance paid.• Avoid breaking rules. Breaking rules may lead to eviction, losing your deposits, andadditional fees.• Parking sticker: If your vehicle is insured in Massachusetts and you have a copy of yourlease, you can obtain a street parking sticker for your area for free.• If your roommate moves out, you may still be responsible for paying the portion of his/herrent until you find a new roommate.• Is a cosigner required? Yes. If you are a student and not working full time, you need acosigner. If working full time, you most likely will not need a cosigner, but you will need anemployment verification letter, prior rental references, and good credit, otherwise alllandlords require a cosigner. If you recently graduated this applies as well. This person isusually a parent or guardian but can be anyone financially able and with good credit.• General maintenance: On the front page of your lease, there will be a phone number for thelandlord/management company and or a superintendent. If either the management companyor superintendent are not present on the lease, you should call your landlord if you have any repair problems.
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