What's New
Partnership with Acceleration Properties reflects continued regional growth
At Young America, we manage thousands of student leases each year. One of the biggest drivers of success for our owners is not just leasing velocity, but what happens after a lease is signed.
Receiving a residence hall exemption letter from Illinois State University is a quiet milestone. It means the university trusts you to choose where and how you live earlier than most students. That freedom can feel exciting, confusing, or both.
When new property owners partner with Young America, they often have similar questions. Here are the top four questions we hear, and how we answer them.
Multifamily property insurance is becoming more costly and complex. Learn the key market trends driving premium increases, tighter coverage, and stricter underwriting.
See why students are choosing YA’s modern 3- and 4-bedroom apartments for less than a one-bedroom, with private suites, top amenities, and flexible roommate options.
Managing rentals can feel like a second job. Should you keep doing it yourself, or hire a property management company? In our latest blog, we break down when self-management makes sense, what a manager can do for you, and why Young America Realty is the trusted choice in Central Illinois.
If your electric bill has crept up recently, you’re not alone. Central Illinois residents are feeling the impact of recent electric rate increases—and many are wondering what they can do to stay ahead of high utility costs.
Syllabus-ready definitions for YA student residents: joint & several, we-find, guarantor, one-time vs monthly fees, utility tracking, credit building, damage waiver, insurance, parking
$300 off your security deposit!*
*offer valid for approved applicants with no conditions. Must move in by 2/23/24.
With extreme cold expected today and throughout the week, please call 309-823-0179 if you are in need of emergency maintenance.
For all non-emergency maintenance, please login to your resident portal and submit a maintenance request.
Young America wishes you the best of luck as you start your new journey at ISU!
Please call 309-454-2338, or email [email protected], if you are still in need of housing for the 2024-25 school year!
UNLESS YOUR LEASE STATES OTHERWISE, YOUR MOVE OUT DATE IS MAY 11, 2024 BY NOON.
Early Move In key pickup begins today at the Bone Student Center!
Keys will be available to pick up from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM!
For Current YA Residents, keys can be picked up starting at 8:30 AM. For NEW YA Residents, keys can be picked up starting at 10:30 AM.
If you took an Early Move In, please be sure that you have submitted your Move In Inspection.
To submit your move in inspection, please click the button below!
June Move-In will occur on Tuesday, June 4th at our student office located at 311 S. Main Street, Normal, IL.
Please refer to your 24-25 lease to verfiy your move in date.
Festival YA is right around the corner! Don't miss your chance to get the NEW YA t-shirt and win some giveaways!
Wednesday, August 28th
216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)
10am-3pm
Festival YA is this week! Don't miss your chance to win some amazing prizes AND get the new YA t-shirt!
Wednesday, August 28th
216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)
10am-3pm
Two days left until Festival YA! The giveaways are coming...
Wednesday, August 28th
216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)
10am-3pm
ONE DAY until Festival YA! The giveaways are coming... don't miss your chance to get the NEW YA t-shirt.
Wednesday, August 28th
216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)
10am-3pm
Festival YA is today! The giveaways are HERE... we can't wait to see you!
TODAY
216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)
10am-3pm
Didn't get a chance to stop by Festival YA?
Come by our office today from 11am-1pm to get some lunch on us and grab the new t-shirt!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Pre-Leasing Dates to Remember for the 2026-27 Year.
Starting on Tuesday, September 2, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their lease and receive an incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Why pack and move when you can renew and relax!?!? Starting today, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their apartment for the 2026-27 school year! Renew by September 12 to get the max incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Why pack and move when you can renew and relax!?!? YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their apartment for the 2026-27 school year! Renew by September 12 to get the max incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Why pack and move when you can renew and relax!?!? YA residents have the exclusive opportunity until September 16 to renew their apartment for the 2026-27 school year!
Keep the apartment you already love and avoid early move-out hassles.
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Please carefully read through the 2025 Student Move-In booklet.
Our modern student apartments are typically designed for groups of three to four and offer private suites within shared, high-end spaces at a price that rivals most one-bedroom units. Whether you already have a roommate or are hoping to find one, our leasing team can help guide you through your options and make luxury living a reality.
Effective February 2, 2026, Young America Realty
has expanded into the Peoria market through a partnership with Acceleration Properties.
We've got one month of rent covered for you on select 2 - 4 bedroom apartments.
Limited-time offer.
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