Skip to content
×
Pro Members Get
Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
ANNUAL Save 54%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$69 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
×
Take Your Forum Experience
to the Next Level
Create a free account and join over 3 million investors sharing
their journeys and helping each other succeed.
Use your real name
By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions.
Already a member?  Login here
General Landlording & Rental Properties
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated over 7 years ago on . Most recent reply

User Stats

44
Posts
19
Votes
Jonathan Frausto
  • Investor
  • Joliet, IL
19
Votes |
44
Posts

Student Housing vs Regular Tenants

Jonathan Frausto
  • Investor
  • Joliet, IL
Posted

Hello BP community

I was wondering if anyone owned any student housing or student apartments for a university/school?  

I am recently under contract with a two unit across the street from a 4 year university and I'm trying to see what goes into having it rented out to students vs regular tenants. Does the university want a cut of the rent? Does the university have regulations? Do you, the landlord, normally pay for some nicer amenities like internet and a desk to cater to students and charge premium rent?

I understand there's pros and cons to student housing but just wanted to pick your brains and see your input

Thank you in advance!

Jonathan

Most Popular Reply

User Stats

2,086
Posts
2,139
Votes
Andrew B.
  • Rockaway, NJ
2,139
Votes |
2,086
Posts
Andrew B.
  • Rockaway, NJ
Replied

I've never heard of partnering with a university. typically people who rent to students decide if they want to provide furnishings or not and then decide if they want to rent by the room or the whole unit. by the room has more room for profit, but more work and headache. when I was in college, me and my friends rented a place as a group and brought our own furnishings.

Loading replies...