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How to Become a Better Buyer
Finding an apartment in Carbondale is difficult because it’s too easy. Everywhere you look in town you will see signs saying “Leasing Now” “First Month Free” or even “Brand New TV in each Unit”. Carbondale has an increasing amount of housing options each year; whether you are living in the dorms or living […]
This Google Hack Will Save You Money
It is easy to get lost in the numbers when you are searching for housing. But it is easier to create a spreadsheet to help guide you to the right choice. The #1 thing to keep in mind when using spreadsheets is accessibility. You need to be able to access and input data at all […]
Best 3 Summer Session Suggestions in Carbondale
Imagine this: the humidity is as high as the temperature, campus lots are only speckled with parked cars, and you just finished your first class of summer session. What are you going to do all summer in a town like Carbondale? Fear not, there is more to this town than the campus grounds. Here are […]
How Do I Set Up My Own Utilities?
At University Edge, we cover water and trash for all studio apartments. However, in an effort to keep rent as low as possible, trash is the only service provided at every location. Ameren of Illinois (Electricity): To set up electricity, you must use Ameren of Illinois. You may set up an account with Ameren via phone at 1-800-755-5000 or online here. To ensure electricity is on in your apartment upon your […]
Move-in Costs: What Are They? And How Can I Save Money?
Move-in costs are expensive, but don’t let the initial expense discourage you from getting that new place you want. I’m here to explain what your move-in costs would be at University Edge, what those costs are paying for, and how you can save the most wherever you choose to sign. When you move into an […]
How University Edge Prepares for Your Move-in
Moving is never easy. In an effort to reduce the burdens of moving and make things a little easier on your stress filled day, we take move-ins serious! Moving can be a hassle, but having to clean your apartment before moving in all your things can be misery. We guarantee you will move into a […]
Private Living & Customization
Private Living: When you rent an apartment with University Edge, you will live in your own private quarters. As this may sound like a no brainer, there is more than meets the eye. Private living means you won’t have to share your amenities with the floor or any section of the building. Each apartment includes […]
This New Saluki Express Feature Will Save You Time!
The Saluki Express bus service has a new feature that will save you a lot of time! Saluki Express, now powered by RMTD, has a transit locator service provided through their website called Transloc. Transloc is an easy to use real time transit locator that will give you the exact location of all buses on […]
Save the Most in the Winter
I remember in college of a seasonal competition among my roommates & housemates. Who’s gonna cave first? Who’s gonna get so cold they can’t take it anymore? Who’s willing to fight off the others and finally turn on the heat–and I don’t just mean pump a little heat into the room–I mean, who’s making impactful […]
How to Use a Security Doorbell for Your Apartment
Ever worry your packages might get stolen while you’re away from your apartment? Wish you could have a camera doorbell to keep an eye on your door? Well now there is a way to have surveillance outside your apartment without damaging rental property or risk having your security camera stolen! It’s call DoorbellBoa. DoorbellBoa is […]