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FAQ
Q: What schools comprise the Boston University Medical Campus (BUMC)? A: The Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, the School of Public Health, the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, and the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences of the School of Medicine. Q: I want to live on campus. What are my BUMC housing […]
Common Lease and Rental Terms
The Lease is a binding legal contract between you (the tenant) and the property owner (the landlord). It allows the tenant to live in the apartment under certain conditions for a specific period of time. A lease protects the tenant (lessee) and the landlord (lessor); both are legally obligated to fulfill all the terms of the […]
Leases – Renting Essentials
Office of Housing Stability offers information for Boston students Renters/Students Need to Know What you need when applying for an apartment Checks, not cash Photo identification including birth date Social Security Number (SSN) usually required by landlord University enrollment verification, letter of acceptance Current and former landlords’ contact information Current and former employers’ contact information Guarantor/co-signer, a […]
Move Out
Provide at least 30 days’ notice to your landlord prior to the end of your lease. This is required for tenancy-at-will as well. Many landlords require a 60 day notice. Review Tenant Rights and Responsibilities from the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation. Clean the apartment thoroughly and remove all belongings or the landlord […]
Apartment Condition and Safety
Rental Delivery Standards – All rental units in the City of Boston must meet rental standards on move-in. If the apartment is not up to Rental Delivery Standards, report it on: BOS:311 for non-emergency Boston city services. Housing Code Checklist – A Housing Resources guide to a safe and sanitary apartment. Do not move into […]
Settle In
Before you move to Boston Citizen’s Guide to Massachusetts State Services City of Boston City of Boston Moving resources to relocate to Boston and surrounding neighborhoods Moving in Use the Moving Day Cheat Sheet to make sure you are prepared for your move Massachusetts Movers Association If you need a moving truck, reserve one in […]