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Frequently Asked Questions
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What do I need to hook up my computer to the internet?
What size are the beds?
Can additional furniture be brought into the apartment?
If I pay in full, do I get a discount?
When is my first payment due?
Do I have to have a meal plan?
How many people live there?
How much more does it cost to stay here than on campus?
Will you send me a bill each month for rent?
If I am over 21, do I need to have a guarantor?
Can I pay my bill with a credit card? Is there an extra charge?
Can I request an apartment or roommates?
Is parking available?
What utilities are included in my rent?
When do I put down a deposit?
When can I move in?
What if I need to cancel my lease?
Can I use my financial aid?
What types of leases are available?
What types of apartments/rooms are available?
How close to campus are you?
What is the cost?
What are visitation hours?
Is there housekeeping?
Does UP have RAs?
How will the washers and dryers operate?
Is alcohol allowed?
Is smoking allowed?
Are pets allowed?
Is the cost per person?
If I sign a lease does that hold an entire unit?
Where is the leasing office?
Is University Park considered on-campus housing?
Do I have to be a UC student to live here?
Can I live here as an incoming freshman
What do I need to hook up my computer to the internet?
University Park falls under the UC wireless cloud so if your computer has a wireless/ethernet card then you are all set. However, if you want to use the data port in the wall for your internet connection, you need an ether net cord (NOT A PHONE CORD).
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What size are the beds?
80" twin size bed
Full size extra long bed (also 80") in single bedrooms
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Can additional furniture be brought into the apartment?
You may bring additional furniture into the apartment however you may not remove any of the current furniture from the room.
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If I pay in full, do I get a discount?
No, paying in full is the same amount as making installments.
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When is my first payment due?
The first payment is due on August 15th. After that, starting on October 1st, a payment is due on the first of each month.
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Do I have to have a meal plan?
University Park does not have a meal plan option.
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How many people live there?
UP has 747 beds and 288 units.
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How much more does it cost to stay here than on campus?
Our 2 bedroom for 4 people is actually cheaper than campus. The apartments are very affordable.
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Will you send me a bill each month for rent?
We do not send bills or invoices. The front page of your lease dictates exactly when each payment is due.
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If I am over 21, do I need to have a guarantor?
Yes, all leasees are required to have a guarantor.
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Can I pay my bill with a credit card? Is there an extra charge?
You may pay your rent with MasterCard, VISA, Discover card, or by E-Check using our website. There is a convenience fee associated with using a credit card based on a percentage rate. The E-Check can be used for $0.99 per transaction. We will always accept checks, money orders, or cashier's checks without any additional fees. They can be dropped off in our business office or our 24 hour rent drop box located in the lobby of the north building. We do NOT accept cash.
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Can I request an apartment or roommates?
As long as there is availability, we do our best to meet roommate and apartment preferences. Just fill out a preference card at our leasing office.
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Is parking available?
There is an 1100 car parking garage located directly underneath University Park. However, this garage is owned by University of Cincinnati. Please call parking services to reserve a space, 556-2283.
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What utilities are included in my rent?
Rent includes ALL utilities. These include: electricity, cable (including HBO), internet, heat, water, garbage, and sewage.
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When do I put down a deposit?
We do not require a deposit but a one-time nonrefundable service fee of $250. However, the first installment is due August 15th before the school year begins.
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When can I move in?
All move in times are from 8:30am till 5pm.
Move in date for 2008: September 15
ALL of our leases end August 31 at 12:00PM (noon).
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What if I need to cancel my lease?
Please read the lease carfully and be sure that UP is right for you before signing the lease.
However, if something does come up, each situation will be handled on a case by case basis with our Community Manager.
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Can I use my financial aid?
You should review any documentation concerning grants, loans, or scholarships with your parents and the financial aid office. Most loans that would cover on-campus housing should cover, or come close to covering, University Park Apartments.
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What types of leases are available?
We offer 12 month leases.
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What types of apartments/rooms are available?
All apartments are fully furnished and have a full modern kitchen. The apartments we have are:
1 bedroom for 1 person with 1 full bath (460/sqft)
1 bedroom for 1 person with 1 full bath (545/sqft)
1 bedroom for 2 people with 1 full bath (545/sqft)
2 bedroom for 2 people with 1 1/2 baths (710/sqft)
2 bedroom for 4 people with 2 full baths(900/sqft)
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How close to campus are you?
University Park is located on campus, adjacent to the soccer field.
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What is the cost?
FALL 2007
1 bedroom (private) is 12 installments of $879. (460/sqft)
1 bedroom (private) is 12 installments of $899. (545/sqft)
1 bedroom (double) is 12 installments of $549. (545/sqft)
2 bedroom (private bedrooms) is 12 installments of $699. (710/sqft)
2 bedroom (double) is 12 installments of $479.(900/sqft)
FALL 2008
1 bedroom (private) is 12 installments of $929. (460/sqft)
1 bedroom (private) is 12 installments of $949. (545/sqft)
1 bedroom (double) is 12 installments of $579. (545/sqft)
2 bedroom (private bedrooms) is 12 installments of $725. (710/sqft)
2 bedroom (double) is 12 installments of $515.(900/sqft)
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What are visitation hours?
Guests are permitted at any time provided that they are with their host at all times and not inconveniencing/disturbing roommates or other residents. Guest parking is limited.
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Is there housekeeping?
There is no housekeeping for your apartments. There will be janitorial services for the common areas, hallways, and trashrooms.
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Does UP have RAs?
Yes. RA's help with lockouts, noise complaints, social events, and leasing duties.
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How will the washers and dryers operate?
Bearcat card and coin operated.
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Is alcohol allowed?
UP follows all Ohio state laws. There is no alcohol allowed in common/public areas regardless of age.
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Is smoking allowed?
University Park is a completely smoke free building.
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Are pets allowed?
We allow a 25 gallon aquarium for FISH ONLY. No other pets allowed.
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Is the cost per person?
Yes.
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If I sign a lease does that hold an entire unit?
No. All of our leases are individual leases, we lease per bed.
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Where is the leasing office?
We are located at 2545 Dennis Street Cincinnati, OH 45219
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Is University Park considered on-campus housing?
No, U.P is considered off-campus University affiliated housing and is managed by Allen & O'Hara Education Services, LLC, a subsidiary housing company of Education Realty Trust, Inc.
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Do I have to be a UC student to live here?
Yes, you may also attend the off-campus branches.
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Can I live here as an incoming freshman
Yes, as long as you live within a 50 mile radius.
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2545 Dennis Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219 • phone 513-558-3000 •
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