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Are you ready to move into your first apartment?! Living in an apartment maybe be intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of living on your own it’s a very exciting experience. Moving in can be stressful and tiring if you are not prepared. Here are some helpful do’s and don’ts on moving into your first apartment.
Do know your move in date.
It is very important to know what day you are allowed to pick up the keys and move into your apartment. Especially if you live far away from school you don’t want to travel on the wrong day and not be able to move in.
Don’t procrastinate unpacking.
No one likes to unpack. If you procrastinate and leave everything in a box, you are going to create added stress on yourself. It is very beneficial to unpack and organize right away so you can be settled in sooner. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for help from family members and friends. The more people helping you the faster you will be unpacked.
Do fill out the move-in inspection sheet.
The move-in inspection sheet is one of the most important things to do while you move-in. This move-in inspection sheet is where you will go through your entire apartment and look for any damages. Note holes/scuffs on the walls, furniture issues, broken appliances, stained/ripped carpet, etc. If there are any damages to your apartment, go to www.yarealty.com/mis to access the move-in inspection sheet and record those damages. This sheet gets forwarded back to management and are kept in a file so you are not liable for those damages upon move out.
Do know how to reach maintenance.
It is key to know how to reach our maintenance department. You can log on to your resident portal and create a maintenance service request. A member of our maintenance team will be out to help you. We do have an emergency maintenance line, (309) 823-0179, that is twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Only use this line for emergency maintenance situations such as water leaking from the roof, the heat stops working in the winter, no water, etc.
Do know what you need to bring.
One of the most common questions is, “What do I need to bring?” Things that you will need to bring are:
- Kitchen utensils (pots, pans, plates, bowls, silverware, cooking utensils, etc.)
- Shower curtain
- Bedding
- Cleaning supplies
- Bathroom supplies
- Clothing hangers
- Wifi router/Ethernet cord (depending on what kind of internet set up your building offers)
Don’t forget to talk with your roommates before moving in.
It is important to discuss living with your roommates and working out many different things. Some of those things are:
- Who gets what parking space or if you need to buy an extra parking space (depending on how many parking spot come with your lease)
- Who gets what bedroom
- Guidelines on cleaning the apartment
- Discussing what you are comfortable with and uncomfortable with
- Making sure everyone is comfortable when having guests (don’t have friends over when your roommate has a test the next morning)
Moving into an apartment is very exciting but can be stressful. Just be prepared and have fun with it!
$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!
Starting on Tuesday, September 3rd, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their lease and receive an incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Starting today, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Renew by September 13th to get the max incentice!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Until September 19th, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Renew by September 13th to get the max incentice!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
This is the last week to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year to receive the max incentive! You can still renew your unit until September 19th, but you'll receieve a lower incentive.*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
This is the last day to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year to receive the max incentive! You can still renew your unit until September 19th, but you'll receieve a lower incentive.*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
This is the last week to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Starting September 20th, your unit could be signed for! Reminder, you are still elligible for a renewal incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
One day left to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Starting September 20th, your unit could be signed for! Reminder, you are still elligible for a renewal incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.
Today is the last day to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Starting tomorrow, your unit could be signed for! Reminder, you are still elligible for a renewal incentive!*
*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.