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There is always a first time for everything. Odds are,… this is the first time you’ve looked for off-campus housing while attending the University of North Texas. We have assembled a list of industry terms that will be helpful to you as you navigate your way with signing your first lease and securing a place off-campus. Terms will be listed alphabetically.
[ If there is a term not covered in our Glossary that our student users could benefit by knowing, let us know and we will review and add the term if deemed relevant and informative ]

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Apartment Amenities: Apartment amenities are items in the actual apartment space that you wouldn’t expect to find everywhere. Kitchen appliances, types of flooring, patio/balconies, square footage, closet space, lighting, bathrooms fixtures, etc..

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Condominium – The difference between a condominium and a regular apartment is simply the legal form of ownership. Each unit is separately owned, while the common areas are jointly owned.

Conventional/Joint Lease: Also referred to as a “per Unit or per Apartment” lease, A Joint Lease is a rental agreement in which two or more tenants rent an entire apartment or house as a single unit. Therefore, a joint lease is the exact opposite of an individual lease: all tenants are not just held equally responsible for their private room and common areas but also for the rooms and behaviors of their roommates. This includes rental payments, maintenance charges, utilities, late fees, etc.

Cottage-Style Community : An apartment community with individual detached houses built to feel rustic and cozy in the traditional rural fashion.

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DCTA: Denton County Transportation Authority. The DCTA provides a City of Denton Connect Bus Route that services most of Denton. This service is free to all current UNT students and employees. ID’s must be presented. DCTA also provides rail services via The A-train which is a 21-mile commuter rail line that connects Denton with Dallas’s DART rail system in Carrollton, Texas. Normal fees apply to the A-train.

Deposit: Security deposits are not a part of the monthly rent. A security deposit is a set amount of money paid at the start of renting a place. This sum of money is held by the landlord throughout the rental agreement or lease. It pays for any damage the renter caused in the unit until the end of the lease period. If there is damage, the renter will lose some of all of the money. . A landlord can keep a security deposit if there are unpaid rent or utility charges.

Dormitory / Residence Hall: this is a college or university building which houses students and is often found on campus. These tend to have more formalized policies, smaller living spaces, and are frequently double-occupancy. The schools typically manage these properties.

Duplex / Fourplex – A duplex house is one building divided into two separate living spaces. Floor Plans are arranged either side by side and sharing a common wall or a two-story arrangement.

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Eviction for Cause: The majority of evictions are for a particular reason, or cause, such as failure to pay the rent or repeated violations of the rental agreement. Regardless of the cause (unless it’s criminal activity and law enforcement is involved), landlords must go through the eviction process that gives the tenant an opportunity to answer to the landlord’s claims. There are three basic types of eviction notices that a landlord may send a tenant, Pay Rent or Quit, Cure or Quit, or Unconditional Quite. If you receive and eviction notice, contact Student Legal Services at UNT for free legal advice and assistance.

Extended Stay Hotels: A hotel room that is furnished but the lease/rent terms are typically very different than off-campus housing. An extended stay hotels are usually based off of a “suite” and very similar to an efficiency floor plan. It is intended for stays of one week, one month or sometimes longer. Rates are usually higher than an apartment which is intended to be lease for 6 months to one year minimum. There may be times where a student, visiting professor or new university employee is in need of temporary housing and an extended stay hotel is their best option. Many International students may use this off-campus living arrangement while looking for long-term off-campus housing.

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Family-Friendly Apartment: Identified apartments (homes, duplexes, townhomes, and condominiums) throughout Denton that offer a more convention, non-student environment. These communities might have a student or two living in their community but, the residential profile is a more mature, professional type resident. A mixture of professionals and young families are the makeup of these communities.

Furnished Apartment: Most of the furnished communities in Denton are Off-Campus Student Living Apartments. If an apartment is fully-furnished, the apartment will be move-in ready! A typical off-campus furnished apartment bedroom will have a bed, night stand, desk, chair, dresser of some sort and a lamp. Common areas of the unit will generally have a sofa and lounge chairs, coffee and end tables, flat-screen TV’s, dining room table and chairs and usually washer and dryer. Keep in mind that all apartments with kitchens typically include a refrigerator, stove top, oven and microwave regardless of whether it is furnished or unfurnished. Cooking items, mini-refrigerator, utensils, shower curtains, towels, bedroom rugs, and personalized decorations will be the responsibility of the individual. Some roommates pull together and buy cooking ware at the beginning of the lease cycle. So, bring your personal items, clothes, laptop & electronics and you’ll be ready to go.

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Garden Style Community – This apartment will have direct access to a community green-area, backyard or common garden area.

Guarantor: A guarantor is a person (usually a parent or guardian) that agrees to be responsible for another’s (student) debt under a lease contract if the other fails meat their contractual commitment.

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Individual Liability Lease: is also known and referred to as a “by-the-bedroom” or “per bed” lease. If you sign an individual lease, you are only responsible for your own monthly rent and you will be held financially accountable for your portion of the rent independent of your other roommates. An individual lease is the most common lease type in Denton’s off-campus student living communities.

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Lease Terms: A form outlining an agreement between a lessor and lessee that dictates how long an asset or property will be rented, as well as other housing-related stipulations. The agreement covers an extended period of time known as the “term”, the term of a lease typically lasts for one year. A lease extend past the end of the term, and a lease renewal will need to be drawn up in order to continue using the unit. Some lease agreements may include a clause allowing the tenant to continue a month-to-month tenancy after the lease term ends.

Lease, Individual or Per Bed: Also referred to as an individual Liability Lease. This type of agreement is very common in college towns like Denton where there are apartment communities that cater specifically to students looking to live off campus. These communities are referred to as Off-Campus Student Living Communities. Several individuals will occupy an apartment unit or floor plan and each individual will have a separate bedroom and bathroom or shared bathroom for an agreed upon price. The individual is only responsible for their agreed lease rate and not responsible for others within their apartment unit. The individual has no contractual ties to the other roommates occupying the apartment unit. Most Individual or Per Bed leases will vary between 9-12 months.

Lease, Conventional/Joint or Per Unit: This type of lease agreement is traditionally the most common in the multifamily or apartment industry. Essentially the lease agreement is signed by all parties that will be living in the apartment unit / floor plan. This legally binding agreement defines the individuals occupying the space and contractually ties each individual to the total amount due each month. The landlord will be expecting the total amount paid at the monthly due date. As a student, it is best to have a collection of co-signers or guarantors when entering this type of conventional lease agreement to form a financial commitment for all involved. Most conventional or Per Unit leases will vary from 3-18 months with an “upcharge” for a shorter lease option.

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Property Features: Enhancements to the community that creates value and adds to the lifestyle opportunities. Such items as a gated community, swimming pool, free internet service, distance from campus, clubhouse availability, business centers, etc.

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Relet: An individual/resident can relet a property space by having a new tenant sign an entirely new lease, thus voiding the original lease (and releasing the original tenant from his or her financial obligations). The relet to another individual constitutes an entirely new contractual relationship. The financial responsibility for rents due still falls on the individual for the original lease until the new lease agreement is signed. If you are thinking about reletting, consult with the management of your community.

Residence Hall: this is a university building which houses students and provides a campus community experience. These tend to have more formalized policies, smaller living spaces, and are frequently double-occupancy. The University of North Texas manages these on-campus properties.

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Security Deposit:

Security Deposit Fee: A set amount of money paid upfront at the start of renting a place. The landlord keeps money and there is an understanding that “fees” are non-refundable. Usually, fees are paid to offset depreciation and wear-and-tear of the space and used for make-ready costs for the next tenant. Fees are common with Pet-Friendly Communities.

Specials or Concessions: Usually monthly rental rate discounts or waived fees. Most specials or concessions are time-sensitive and provide great saving opportunities.

Student Living Communities: this is an apartment community generally located off-campus that caters primarily to students. These community usually offer individual liability or per bed leases and also come fully furnished to accommodate the nature of the student-transient lifestyle. Many student living communities also provide roommate-matching.

Studio/Efficiency – These are typically smaller apartment units characterized by an open floor plan with no walled-off bedroom space. These floor plans are also referred to as Efficiencies.

Sublet: This occurs when a tenant rents out their current rental space to another individual for a certain period of the lease term. Legally, the original tenant is responsible for collecting your monthly rent and is still financially responsible for the original lease contract. Make sure when you sign your lease that you have the ability to sublet.

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Townhome: These are multi-floored units that are meant to mimic the look of detached houses even though they are, in fact, attached.

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Urban Style Community: An apartment community with individual detached houses/cottages built to feel rustic and cozy in the traditional rural fashion. A very popular environment with students where the multi-level floor concept separates the common living are and the bedroom area. Usually 2 and 3 story building with the common area on the 1st floor.

Utilities: Include Electric, Water, Gas, Trash services. These items/services are usually billed separately from your monthly rent by the municipality where your community is located. Each community is different so, Ask about your utilities!

Utility Cap: A utility cap is the amount of money your property is going to cover per month, per person of your utilities. Once that limit is reached, the rest of the bill will be added to your rent or you will be invoiced separately for the overage. Before you sign your lease agreement, ask the property manager how often people exceed their utility cap.

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APARTMENTS – FRISCO AREA

LOOKING FOR AN APARTMENT?

Because of the corporate environment in the Frisco, Texas area many of the apartment communities have some of the most extensive community features and amenities offered to potential residence anywhere in the United States. Definitely, a benefit while attending UNT Frisco but, that also translates to higher lease rates. These communities also boast some of the most professional management staff members in the industry. So, before you make that all-important decision on where you’re going to be living next academic year, we highly recommend and suggest that you begin your apartment search with a comparative list of the apartment communities in the general Frisco area that interest you. We also recommend that you take a tour of the community. Never lease an apartment site unseen or sign a lease online unless you have visited the community and have a leasing professional go through the “Online” leasing procedure with you. Please find a list below of apartment communities that are geographically close to the UNT Frisco Campus… and best of luck in your apartment search!

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ALAQUA AT FRISCO >
469-908-3397
4770 Teel Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034
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ATLANTIC STONEBRIAR >
469-287-5786
5620 S. Colony Blvd., The Colony, TX 75056
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BELL FRISCO MARKET CENTER >
833-760-1588
4800 Printers Way, Frisco, TX 75033
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BEXLY AT WESTRIDGE >
833-480-3616
401 S. Coit Road, McKinney, TX 75072
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BROADSTONE PULLMAN >
833-523-6050
6303 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, TX 75034
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COBB HILL IN FRISCO >
469-579-4510
6000 Eldorado Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75033
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CENTRAL SQUARE AT FRISCO >
833-326-9128
6235 Main St., Frisco, TX 75034
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CIVIC AT FRISCO SQUARE >
214-618-8530
5720 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, TX 75034
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CAMDEN PANTHER CREEK >
469-549-3577
9415 Panther Creek Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75035
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COOL SPRINGS AT FRISCO BRIDGES >
972-914-39034
3198 Parkwood Blvd., Frisco, TX 75034
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DISCOVERY AT CRAIG RANCH >
844-803-1156
4101 S. Custer Rd., McKinney, TX 75070

EDISON >
833-417-0973
8811 Eldorado Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75033

ENCLAVE AT STONEBROOK >
972-214-2780
8083 Stonebrook Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75034

FOX HAVEN >
972-335-4618
7275 Hickory St., Frisco, TX 75034
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ISAAC >
972-853-8140
6226 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, TX 75034
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KATHRYN AT GRAND PARK >
469-253-7687
4255 Cotton Gin Rd., Frisco, TX 75034
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KIRBY >
469-250-5481
8455 Grace St., Frisco, TX 75034
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LEGENDS AT LEGACY >
972-737-7118
3700 Legacy Dr., Frisco, TX 75034
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MARGO >
469-457-3567
4545 Mission Ave., Frisco, TX 75034
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MAXWELL >
469-551-2001
7777 Adelaide St., Frisco, TX 75034
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ORION PROSPER LAKES >
833-877-8807
880 S. Coit Rd., Prosper, TX 75078
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PLAZA AT FRISCO SQUARE >
214-214-4574
8843 Coleman Blvd., Frisco, TX 75034
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PLATINUM CASTLE HILLS >
844-840-5421
5200 Windhaven Pkwy., Lewisville, TX 75056
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REPUBLIC HOUSE AT FRISCO BRIDGES >
972-325-7100
8568 Warren Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75034
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RESERVE AT STONEBRIDGE RANCH >
833-542-1015
2305 S. Custer Rd., McKinney, TX 75072
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SATORI FRISCO >
214-494-4535
11900 Research Rd., Frisco, TX 75033
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SILVERADO >
972-668-5353
8400 Stonebrook Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75034
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SONSRENA >
972-945-3579
9425 Rolater Rd., Frisco, TX 75035
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STEWART CREEK >
972-668-5700
7549 Stonebrook Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75034
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STONEBRIAR AT FRISCO >
972-468-1204
5200 Town & Country Blvd., Frisco, TX 75034
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STONEBROOK VILLAGE >
– Income Restricted –
972-632-3085
7500 Rolling Brook Dr., Frisco, TX 75034
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VALE FRISCO >
972-377-3000
12050 Research Rd., Frisco, TX 75033
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VINYARDS >
972-362-0974
9400 Wade Blvd., Frisco, TX 75035
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WADE CROSSING >
972-668-9233
9399 Wade Blvd., Frisco, TX 75035
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WATERFORD MARKET >
469-772-5337
9355 John W. Elliott Dr., Frisco, TX 75033
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WEST RIDGE VILLAS >
214-592-0905
9331 Westridge Blvd., McKinney, TX 75070
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