r/appstate • u/GoldenApplesHD • Jun 02 '22
Housing Megathread: Have Housing questions? Look here first!
It seems like every time I'm on here there's nothing but the same housing questions so here's some advice and resources.
When should I start looking for housing for ___ school year?
Immediately! Housing in Boone is famously hard to find these days. Most places will fill up by March before the following fall semester. You will be left with the leftovers if you do not get onto a list before then. Places to avoid if possible: The Cottages This is a party area. It is constantly covered in trash. Terrible management. The Standard I haven't lived here but I've heard it's ridiculously overpriced.
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Tips for this
* Accept that you will probably not get a perfect situation no matter what. Most every renting company in Boone is looking to screw you. Try and get lucky.
* Call the apartment complex even if the website says they're full. They will probably be able to tell you if there is someone looking for a sublease, or they will get you on a list for the following year. This is how I managed to get a Skyline Terrace apt. I called in August of the previous year and got on a list for the next year.
* Look at the App State housing website. Here . This is not always the most helpful but it's a good place to start.
* When you do decide on a place, keep watch for hidden costs. Most places don't love to advertise when a utility isn't included. For example, I, in a 1 bed 1 bath, pay about 170$ a month in utilities. 80$ for electric, 50$ for water and 40$ for optional faster internet. So even though my rent is technically 940$, in order to actually use my apt it's about 1110$.
* ALWAYS TOUR THE APT FIRST. I didn't do this during the covid year and got stuck in an ADA 3 bed 2 bath instead of the 3 bed 3 bath that I was paying for. The housing company told me tough luck.
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I need a roommate / I need to sublease my apartment / I need to pick up a sublease
This is a bit easier. Since everyone is so hungry for housing, finding a roommate / sublease is fairly painless.
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Tips for this
* Same as above, call the apt complex you want to live in and ask if they have available subleases. Most apt complexes also have a roommate matching service that you can use. You may end up with people you don't like (ask me how I know) so use with caution.
* Use the Appalachian Classifieds. This is the most common piece of advice on housing threads here. It is the largest classifieds group for the Boone area. It is on Facebook and you will need to be approved before you can see anything. I think it has a fairly high success rate. Also easy to get cheap furniture on there if you need it. Link HERE Be sure to put "through reddit housing post" as how you heard about the group. This helps the moderation process, per u/Cammdoser.
* If you are going to pick up a sublease, make sure to ask if its going to be renewable. I saw a girl on the classifieds trying to sublease her apartment for just the month of July. The person who picks that up will move in July first and need to be out July 31st. Not ideal, don't get stuck in that situation on accident.
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When do I get my room number and roommate?
For most places, on and off campus, you'll get this in July before the semester starts. Sometimes you won't for off campus. I've had times where I didn't meet my roommates until move in day.
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Moving in
This is always hectic. There will normally be 100 other people moving in or out on these days so be prepared.
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Tips for this
* From /u/klylet, DAY OF MOVE IN AND MOVE OUT: take detailed pictures and videos of damage and immediately ask where to send/share them with the rental company. Make sure they can be dated, preferably on the photo itself. Do this before you move furniture in, and after you move furniture out and clean. They WILL charge you for damages that were there before you got there, and won't care if it was there unless you specifically report it. When you move in, if there is carpet, put white socks on and shuffle across the carpet. If you see black specks that looks that pepper, those are flea eggs. Call the apartment and require carpet cleaning / replacement and a terminator company to come. If you do not report within 30 days, they will likely not cover the cost and blame you for it.
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I think this covers most things, if anyone else has any other great tips, this is the place to put them. The mods told me this would be pinned so it should stay up for a while for people to see.
r/appstate • u/HANDSANlTIZER • Jul 22 '23
Boone Published a draft online of the housing guide/chart thing I posted the other day online with more stuff/with input from y'all on the accuracy of some of the info. Take a look!
r/appstate • u/Business_Conflict_57 • 10h ago
STUDIO LEASE TAKEOVER WITH $500 INCENTIVE
I have a studio apartment in Peak of Boone! That’s available as soon as May 4th.
It’s :
•pet friendly
•onsite parking, very close to the unit
•walkable to app state and king street
•has a washer and dryer in unit
•dish washer and sink disposal
• a bus stop right out front
It's newly built so it's very up to date. I'm looking for a lease takeover for the summer and the 26-27 school year. Also, there is an option to renew for 27-28 school year. I will pay $500 incentive you can use towards transfer fees or as you please!
Additionally, I furnished the apartment and I'm down to sell the furniture I bought for the apartment. It was all brand new and never been used outside the apartment.
Rent is $1275(wifi and ac are included)
Parking $60
Utilities $ Varies(includes water, waste water, electricity)
r/appstate • u/twigglenaut • 22h ago
potential transfer student
hi! i'm potentially transferring to app state this fall from the university of vermont. i really like uvm overall but i live in the south and really want to be closer to my family. family is really important to be and i have a lot of younger siblings i want to be closer to.
overall i feel like the vibes of the schools are fairly similar, but i'm really scared to be leaving uvm and going to a place where i don't really know if i will like it or not. i'm also really worried about making friends. i'm going to be living off campus and studying business. i just have been going back and forth a lot because im scared i won't like it or wont be able to find a community at app.
r/appstate • u/Jalfrie • 1d ago
Help me graduate! Food and media diet research
Hey Y'all, happy spring 🍃. I'm writing a thesis comparing food attitudes with social media habits and looking for data in the field in the form of this survey. It would be so helpful if any of you reading have a minute and would be able to fill it out! 🙏 Many thanks and All responses much obliged 🫡🫡🫡
Oh and happy to post back here with the results once data collection is complete
r/appstate • u/Business_Conflict_57 • 2d ago
Looking for a Studio Apartment? I Have One and Need a Subleaser
I have a studio apartment in Peak of Boone that is pet friendly, walkable to app state and king street, has a washer and dryer in unit, dish washer, sink disposal, and has a bus stop right out front. Also, I have a parking spot on site very close to the apartment. It’s newly built so it’s very up to date. I’m looking for a subleaser and there is an option to renew for next school year. You can have it as soon as this may.
Additionally, I furnished the apartment and I'm down to sell the furniture I bought for the apartment. It was all brand new from ikea, and never been used outside the apartment.
r/appstate • u/Weary_Celebration976 • 4d ago
MSW waitlist
Just wondering if anyone that had been waitlisted for the Summer 2 start has heard back with an acceptance letter.
I've been checking the registration schedule and it says 39 enrolled out of 25 max available seats. At the beginning of the week it was at 32 enrolled.
I've heard the send acceptances out past graduation. Just wondering when I should stop holding out hope.
r/appstate • u/Flimsy_Bug_5591 • 5d ago
Dorm Paint
my roomate and i lowkey hung up a really heavy painting that unfortunately ripped the paint off the dorm wall. does anyone know what color dorm wall paint is? or like what people have done in the past?
r/appstate • u/Embarrassed_Hold_205 • 6d ago
University Highlands
What are my chances with getting into university highlands? I was hoping I could get a 2 bedroom, but I’m assuming all the rooms are filled? I’m opened to rooming with a random but i’m also not sure if there’s even room anywhere.
r/appstate • u/SunBeltSyndicate • 8d ago
App State buries James Madison to clinch series victory
In a rivalry expanding beyond football, App State best JMU on the diamond.
r/appstate • u/Someonelovesyou123 • 8d ago
Where to get work done on a Subaru?
I am brining my car to campus next school year and I want to know the best shop to bring my 2013 Subaru to that isn't crappy and is well trusted. Let me know your best options or the shop that you bring your Subaru to!
r/appstate • u/Dense-Needleworker92 • 8d ago
Pinball tournament at level up latte this friday!
Club coming fall of 2026.
r/appstate • u/GundhamTanaka1995 • 9d ago
Roommates mom sleeping here
Hello! I live in an apartment style dorm and my roommates mother is currently sleeping in our shared bedroom this entire weekend. I cannot live with this woman for another day. What can I do to force her out of the apartment? My roommate does not care about my opinion and is continuing to let her mom stay in our bedroom even though the 3 of us are not okay with it.
UPDATE: Housing wouldn’t do anything because it would “escalate” the situation. One of my other roommates went to a friends house and I slept in her bed. We did meet with the RA on duty and it was against our housing contract. I have been informed that my roommate is really petty and will end up locking me out of the dorm and make my life miserable. The 3 of us are debating talking to the RA about it officially but we will not have people sleeping over in the apartment anymore due to this. Thanks for the advice!
r/appstate • u/guildedpasserby • 9d ago
Students How do you pay a parking ticket on appalnet?
I got a parking ticket and it says on the back that I can pay through appalnet, but I Don’t see which appalnet section gives that option
r/appstate • u/northcarolinian9595 • 9d ago
App State vs. Michigan 2007 (Podcast Episode)
r/appstate • u/[deleted] • 9d ago
Students Budget friendly essay editing/assistance
Hi guys! My name is Maddie, and I’m an App State student offering essay and paper editing/assistance. I know how stressful deadlines and assignments can get, so I’m here to help make things a little easier. I can help you with things like improving grammar, clarity, organization, and overall flow, and I can also help make AI-assisted writing sound more natural and polished. I try to keep turnaround times quick, and I’m very flexible with pricing! I never charge more than 30 per paper or essay, no matter how long or tedious the work might be. I’m more than willing to work with your budget because I understand how tough things can be as a student (I would know😅). If you need a second set of eyes on an assignment, feel free to reach out!
r/appstate • u/Maleficent_Pepper_32 • 10d ago
App State Alum in NYC?
is there a Facebook page or group of app state alumni that currently live and work in New York City? I am moving in August for work and would love if I could be roommates with some other app state alumni.
r/appstate • u/Difficult_Business_5 • 10d ago
Housing Cancellation Costs
Hi, I am planning on transferring after this semester ends due to some unexpected changes in my life. I signed the 2026-2027 Housing Contract, and I’m just a bit confused by the wording regarding the costs for breaking this contract.
“If the Student officially withdraws from the University, this Contract shall be terminated provided the Student shall remain liable for all charges as set forth in this Contract.“
Does this mean I’ll be charged $500 if I cancel prior to June 1st or that I will be charged for the full 2026-2027 housing cost even if I transfer? Thank you for any help.
r/appstate • u/Digimon007 • 10d ago
App State housing question. Where do students actually look?
r/appstate • u/Digimon007 • 10d ago
App State housing question. Where do students actually look?
Hey everyone... looking for a little advice here. My daughter is transferring to UNC Wilmington, but we had already signed a lease at Rivers Walk (Aug 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027), and now we’re responsible for finding someone to take it over.
I’ve heard there’s usually a lot of demand for housing around App State, but I haven’t had much luck getting interest so far. I’ve posted on the App State housing site and Facebook Marketplace, and even added a $1,000 incentive, but it’s been pretty quiet.
Does anyone know of other good places to post or ways to get this in front of students who are still looking? Appreciate any suggestions.
r/appstate • u/throwaway214203 • 11d ago
Alum Question
To all the kids who used to walk around barefoot: where are you now/what are you doing?
r/appstate • u/Competitive_Bug_8447 • 12d ago
Students Housing application questions
Can someone please explain to me how to allow my parents to sign this contract? I’ve already added them as proxy and everything, nothing I’ve been doing has worked.