Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions and answers.  If you can't find your answer here feel free to Contact Us

Frequently Asked Questions
How can I see an available apartment at Campus Heights or the Schoolhouse Lofts?

Call us to set up a tour at 215-508-4374 or

Email us to set up a tour at info@middletownleasing.com

Do I need to already have roommates or can a roommate be provided?

Anyone will be accommodated at Campus Height or the Schoolhouse Lofts.  If you already have roommates you will be placed with them within the same apartment.  If you are looking by yourself, you will be put on our “Roommate Needed List” and placed with other single tenants of the same gender as they sign leases.

Are these units Furnished?

Campus Heights: Yes, ALL units are completely furnished.

Furnishings include: Couches, Arm Chairs, Coffee Table, Kitchen Table, Kitchen Chairs,      Bed Frame, Mattress, Desk, Desk Chair, Dresser, Full Sized Closet, and a Flat Screen TV in every Apartment

Schoolhouse Lofts: No, these units are designed more for the “Real World” apartment experience.  Tenants will bring All furnishings and decorations.  Major appliances are included in the kitchens and mini blinds are on the windows, the rest is a blank canvas.

What appliances are included?

All kitchens are supplied with a Full Sized Refrigerator, a Range/Stove, Ventilation Hood, and Garbage Disposal.

Are utilities included in the rental amount?

Campus Heights: All utilities are included in your monthly rental amount.

Schoolhouse Lofts: Tenants Only Pay for their Cable/Internet package.

**There is a Utility Allowance per unit**
We allocate a per unit average for your utility consumption.  Should your average utility consumption cost exceed our baseline average we reserve the right to charge the residents the cost of the additional utility consumption.  This process protects against misuse.

What is included in my Rent Payment?

Campus Heights: Your Rental Payment includes: access to the entire facility for the complete duration of your lease term, a Fully Furnished Apartment, All Utilities including Cable/Internet, FREE On Site Parking, and a Flat Screen TV in every Apartment.

Schoolhouse Lofts: Access to the entire facility for the complete duration of your lease term, All utilities (except for your Cable/Internet package), FREE On Site Parking

Is there a Security Deposit?

Yes.  There is a $500 Security Deposit for every tenant.  $100 of that deposit goes toward a Non Refundable Technology Fee.  The remaining balance will be applied toward any damage or outstanding balances then returned to the tenant within 4 weeks after the end of their lease agreement.

When do I pay rent?

Rent is to be paid by the 1st of every month of your contract.  Arrangements can be made to pay a full semester in advance or a full year in advance if that is desired by the tenant.

How do I pay rent?

Rent payments can be paid by check and mailed to our PO BOX or dropped off at our onsite office.  Any tenant paying by credit card can do so through our Website payment center.

Is parking available?

On site parking is available for ALL tenants at NO Additional Charge.

Who is allowed to live at these facilities?

Any student enrolled at the Penn State Harrisburg Campus.

Can guests/ visitors stay over night?

Any tenant is allowed to have a guest visit or spend the night at anytime without the need to register or sign them in.  However, a guest is NOT allowed to stay for more the 3 days at a time.  Roommate consideration must be taken into account with all visitors.

What safety measures are taken by management?

Campus Heights: There will be an on site manager who will reside on the property and available for emergencies 24hours a day.  There will also be over 50 video cameras located around the facilities covering All outdoor and parking areas as well as all interior common areas.  All exterior doors lock every time they close so Non Residents are unable to enter without the assistance of a Campus Heights tenant.  Also, our “Key Fob” lock system allows us to track activity and potential misuse of any area by their individual coding.

Schoolhouse Lofts: There is a 16 camera video camera surveillance system covering All entrances, parking areas, and common areas within the building.  All exterior doors lock every time they close so Non Residents are unable to enter without the assistance of a Schoolhouse Lofts tenant.  Also, our “Key Fob” lock system allows us to track activity and potential misuse of any area by their individual coding.  The parking areas is also completely fenced in.

Will I have a private bedroom?

ALL tenants at Campus Heights and The Schoolhouse Lofts have their own bedrooms.

Will I have a private bathroom?

Campus Heights: All Rooftop units provide tenants with their own bathrooms.  First and Second floor tenants will share Two bathrooms between Four People.

Schoolhouse Lofts: All single units will have their own private bathrooms.  Two bedroom units will share the one bathroom for the apartment.

How are these units rented?

Each resident will have their own lease per bedroom.

How far from Campus is your facility?

Campus Heights: The facility is approximate 300 Feet from the Center of the Penn State Harrisburg campus

Schoolhouse Lofts: The facility is less then ¼ mile from the Center of the Penn State Harrisburg campus.

Are Pets Allowed?

No.  Pets are not allowed at any of our facilities.

Are there Laundry Facilities?

Campus Heights: There will be a central laundry room available in every building, a total of 11 throughout the complex.

Schoolhouse Lofts: There is a laundry room located on each floor.

When would I move in?

A move in date will be assigned upon Lease Signing.

How long is a lease term?

There is a 10 month and a 12 month Lease Term Option.  Check this website for specific details and pricing.

Do you perform Background or Credit Checks during the application process?

We do NOT perform Background or Credit Checks during the application process.  However, every tenant is required to have a parent or guardian Co-Sign their lease agreement.

Is there an Application Fee to Apply for an Apartment.

No.  There is no fee to apply.

Is alcohol permitted in my unit?
Assuming you are of the legal age, you may consume alcohol in your apartment. No alcohol is permitted in the outdoor areas and we ask you to respect All community guidelines.
May I paint the living room/ kitchen area/bedroom area?

No. The apartments are already painted.  You may decorate your apartments with posters, tapestries, X-Mas lights, etc.  Please use thumb tacks or nails when hanging things on the walls.  Do NOT use Tape, Glue, Gummy poster hangers, 3M double sided sticky pads, etc.  Any unnecessary damage to the apartment walls could be deducted from your security deposit.

Do I need to bring my own bedding or window treatments?
We provide a bed frame and a mattress. You will need to bring a mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforters, pillows and bed spread. Every unit will include mini blinds on each window and you may add window treatments if you desire but the blinds must stay in place.
Am I required to carry renter’s insurance?

It is not required but highly recommended. Should your personal belongings be damaged in an event such as water/fire damage or theft, you will not be reimbursed for any losses incurred.

Are your facilities directly affiliated with Penn State Harrisburg?

No, the property is privately owned and managed.  However, this property is solely rented to Penn State Harrisburg students.

Can grants, scholarships, student loans, or financial aid be applied towards rent?

Yes. You may use financial aid proceeds or any other 3rd party payment process to pay for your Rent at any of our facilities.  Typically financial aid proceeds are dispersed directly to the student who in turn can then use those proceeds to pay for housing.