Housing Information Guide Florida Campus Schiller International University Florida campus does not own any student housing facilities, but students can choose from a variety of housing options in the Largo area. Local Requirements for Renting Housing: In order to rent housing, a student will need a valid state ID or passport and I-20 for an international student, and a Schiller student ID for select locations. Depending on the facility selected, pre-payment in full or evidence of sufficient funds to cover the entire rental agreement might be required. Requirements vary by management and establishment. Needed documentation may include but not limited to: (Security deposit, Social Security Card, Proof of Income, Co-signer, Background Check) Housing Options Listed below are some options for students near the Florida campus. Housing facilities may rent to Schiller students exclusively or to the community at large. We recommend that you contact the hotel/apartment complex of your choice directly before arriving at the Florida Campus. ***You may want to secure a temporary stay (up to a week) at a short term option prior to or upon arriving in Florida while you visit the local complexes in person before engaging a contract. Complexes offer various rates and amenities. Short-Term Housing for Schiller Students Please click below to view hotels in the area that have an agreement with Schiller for discounted rates for shortterm/weekly stays. To receive the discount, be sure to mention you that are a Schiller student when making your reservation. Hotels with Schiller Partnerships Holiday Inn Express & Suites Largo Central Park 210 Seminole Blvd. Largo, FL 33770 727-581-3900 Price: starts at $99 per night www.hiexpress.com/largo-clrwater http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/advancedsearch?roomResult=none&hote Suburban Extended Stay Hotel (2.0 miles from the Campus) No lease and no utility bills Weekly stay in fully furnished efficiencies Discount for Schiller Students available 6500 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33771 Price: Starts at $26 plus tax per week. For longer stays possible additional discount starting at $959 per month. Tel: 727-532-4800 Fax: 727-507-8527 www.suburbanhotels.com InTown Suites - Extended Stay Living (3.8miles from the Campus) No lease and no utility bills Weekly stay in fully furnished efficiencies Discount for Schiller Students available 2833 Roosevelt Boulevard Clearwater, FL 33760 Price: Starts at $240 plus tax per week. For longer stays price at $796 for 5 week stay! Tel: 727-538-8892 http://www.intownsuites.com/detail_hotel.asp?id=82 Comfort Inn North 2260 54th Ave. N St. Petersburg, FL, 33714 Tel: 727-362-0075 Price: Market price http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-st_petersburg-florida-FL168 Hampton Inn & Suites, Largo 4050 Ulmerton Rd Clearwater, FL 33762 Tel: 727-585-3333 Fax: 727-585-3320 Prices: Market Price http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=CLWPPHX Hampton Inn & Suites, Largo 100 East Bay Drive Largo, FL 33770 Hotel: 727.585.3333 Fax: 727.585.3320 Price for Schiller Students/ Staff/ Family: $99 per night. You must indicate your Schiller affiliation when booking. Hotel Ramada Inn, St. Petersburg 5005 34th Street North US HWY 19 and 50th ave St Petersburg, FL, 33714 Tel: 727-525-1181 Fax: 727-522-4505 Price: Market Price http://ramadastpete.com/ Best Western - Gateway Inn 6638 4th Street N St. Petersburg, FL 33702 Tel: 727-525-1800 Price: Market Price http://www.bestwestern.com/gatewayinn LaQuinta Inn, Clearwater 21338 US HWY 19 North Clearwater, FL 33765 Tel: 727-799-1565 Fax: 727-796-9401 Price: Market Price http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ776&propId=776 Ramada Clearwater Airport/ Happynook property 3580 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, FL 33762 (800) 854-9517 Sleep Inn 3939 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, FL 33762 727-573-5049 *Free breakfast Long-Term Housing Monterey Lakes Apartments (1.0 miles from the Campus) 7501 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 33771 Tel: 727-536-4891 / Mary is the Property Manager, Jenny and Joanne are the leasing agents Website: www.montereylakes.com Price: 1 bedroom rentals $760 per month, 2 bedroom $950 per month, 3 bedroom $1200 per month. Includes full size washer and dyer, and basic cable included (about 70 channels). No student discounts available. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 3pm Oasis at Bay Side - Staff Recommended! (1.7 miles from the Campus) 305 Glades Circle Largo, FL 33771 Tel: 727-536-0486 / Kristy Smith is the leasing agent; Kyeshia (pronounced K-eye-isha) is the assistant; Cynthia is the property manager Website: www.bhmanagement.com Email: Oasis@BHManagement.com Price: 1 bedroom from $695 -725 and from $710 - $740, 2 bedrooms from $785 - $820 and from $845 - $875, and 3 bedrooms from $965 - $1015. They have a 20% student discount on the monthly rent (must provide your Schiller student I.D.) EXTRA INFORMATION: *Students can set-up lease over the phone or via website and do the application online. Leases are generally 12 months long. 7 month leases are available at a higher $ rate (ask agent for details). Hours of operation: Monday – Friday 9am -6pm, Saturday 10am – 5pm, Sunday 1pm – until? Clairmont on the Green Apartments (2.0 miles from the Campus) 600 Starkey Rd Largo, FL 33771 Tel: 727-585-5196 / Audrey Jackson is leasing agent and Javier Moraguez is Property Manager Email: apts@pinnaclefamily.com Website: www.clairmontonthegreen.com Price: 1 bedroom is $700-$800 per month, 2 bedrooms $896 - 973 per month, 3 bedroom $1188 - $1250 per month. Overlooking a beautiful golf course, pet friendly, has 2 pools and tennis courts. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 5pm Laguna Vista Apartments (2.0 miles from the Campus) 555 S. Belcher Road Largo, FL 33770 Tel: 727-531-5710 or 877-255-7249 / Jackie is the contact person Website: http://www.forrent.com/apartment-community-profile/1019292.php Price: 1 bedroom apartments (545 square feet each) $650 per month for either a 7 month or 12 month lease. Includes water, sewage, garbage pick-up and monthly pest control. Currently no Student discounts. Hours of Operation: Monday –Friday 9am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm Winding Lane Apartments (2.43 miles from the Campus) 301 Belcher Road North Largo, FL 33771 Tel: 727-536-2746 or 727-674-2568 / Karen Browning is the contact person Email: kbrowning@windinglanehomes.com Website: http://www.apartmentguide.com/apartments/Florida/Largo/Winding-Lane/15838/ Price: 1 bedroom apartment $650 per month, 2 bedroom apartment $835 per month. No Roommate Set-ups. Schiller students get the $100 administrative fee waived Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 5:30pm, Saturday 10am- 4pm The Columns at East Bay (2.5 miles from the Campus) 3660 East Bay Drive Largo, FL 33771 Tel: 727-539-7787 / Denise Wurmlinger is the assistant manager Email: EastBay@ecigroups.com Website: www.ecigroups.com Price: Market price (varies). 1 and 2 bedroom rentals. 6 different floor plans available. 13 or 15 month leases. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am 6pm, Saturday 10am – 6pm Golf Terrace Apartments (2.6 miles from the Campus) 2045 East Bay Drive Largo, FL 33771 Tel: 727-581-9449 or 866-518-7818 / Mimi Wyatt is contact person Email: office@golf-terrace.com Websites: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Golf-Terrace-Apartments/127050727389293 and http://www.forrent.com/apartment-community-profile/1019269.php Price: 1 bedroom is $685 per month (927 square feet), 2 bedroom is $885 per month (1302 square feet). Deposit starts at $300. If roommates are NOT related, then each individual must provide evidence (such as employment paystubs) that they earn 2 & ½ times what the monthly rent amount is. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturdays are by appointment in advance Sun Pointe Place Apartments (2.95 miles from the Campus) 701 East Bay Drive, Largo, FL 33770 Tel: 727-586-0483 / Michelle Sampson is the Property Manager Website: http://www.forrent.com/apartment-community-profile/999908341.php Price: 1 bedroom apartments at $695 per month. Includes water, sewer, trash removal, and gas. There is a $300 deposit, and a $25 application fee. That $25 fee may be waived as a Schiller student. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm Leibrecht Housing – Staff Recommended! (3.0 miles from the Campus) 605 1st Avenue NE Largo, FL and 810 1st Avenue NW Largo, FL Tel: 727-656-9695 / Isabelle Leibrecht is the contact person Email: isabelleleibrecht@hotmail.com Price: All rentals are furnished studio apartments: A studio single is $ 580 per month, a double (with a roommate) is $350 per person per month. Security deposit is $400. Move-out cleaning fee is $75. Rent includes: Water, electricity, internet access, use of laundry facility and pest control. Rent has to be paid during the first week of every month. Cash or check - no credit cards Bay Pointe Apartments (3.8 miles from the Campus) 2770 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33760 Tel: 727-531-5854 / Either Shawn or Shaylin are the leasing agents Website: www.baypointeonline.com Email: rbaypointe@yahoo.com Price: 1bedroom rentals $599 per month, 2 bedroom rentals $735 per month. 1 month rent & 1 month security. 7-12 month leases available Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm, Saturday 12pm – 4pm Madison at Largo (owned by Aspen Square) -Staff Recommended! (4.0 miles from the Campus) 601 Rosery Road NE, Largo, FL 33770 Tel: 727-585-6536 / Ms. Brittnay (Britt) Way is the leasing agent, Ms. Tiffnay Way is also leasing agent Website: www.madisonatlargo.com Email: madison@aspensquare.com Price: 1 bedroom apartments base price at $795 per month, 2 bedroom apartments base price at $970 -$1110, 3 bedroom apartments base price at $1,245. Leases are 12 months. ALL apartments are newly renovated and have wooden floors, granite counters and washers and dryers are included as well. *Extra Information: Administration fees are normally $200, but will be waived for Schiller students. They will also take $150 off (1/2 off) your move-in cost, which is normally $300 for a 1 bedroom. The application fee is normally $50, but would be discounted at $10 off (So it will actually be $40). International students can complete the application ($40) put down a required holding deposit of $99 to secure the apartment before coming down to Florida. There are one of 2 ways a student can qualify: 1) You can get a co-signer/co-borrower from your home country, such as a relative. The co-signer/co-borrower must show proof of income that is 3 times (3x) what the base monthly rent amount is, or 2) You can pay 7 months of rent up-front to waive the income requirement. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm Waterchase Apartments (4.4 miles from the Campus) 401 Rosery Road NE Largo, FL 33770 Tel: 727-518-0005 Email: www.waterchase-apartments.com Price: Studio or 1 bedrooms from $759 - $804 per month. 2 bedrooms are from $949 and up. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm, Sunday by appointment only Reserve at Clearwater 6550 150th Ave N, Clearwater, FL 33760 Tel: 727-531-1408 / Anne is the leasing agent Website: www.milestonerent.com Price: Market price /varies. They have 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available. Application Fee is $35. There is a $200 deposit, and $125 administrative fee. No current student discounts Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 5pm, Sunday 1pm – 5pm