Once you’ve moved into your rental for the academic year, we recommend starting your search for next year’s housing within two weeks. Off-campus houses rent fast, so the earlier you start, the more options you’ll have. Reach out to our team as soon as your group is formed!

• Budget: How much can each person comfortably afford each month, not including utilities?
• Location: Do you prefer being closer to campus or closer to the beach?
• Heat source: Oil, gas, or electric.
• Bedroom sizes & available closet space.

1. Form your group and decide how many people you want to live with.
2. Fill out the Academic House Tour Request Form.
3. You will receive a text confirming a tour date and time that works for your group and one of our Academic Housing Coordinators.
4. Meet at the first scheduled property to begin your tour!

Read each clause carefully and make sure you understand the terms. If any questions come up while reviewing the agreement, our team is always happy to help.

A landlord is the homeowner and is ultimately responsible for the property. Some landlords choose to manage rent, maintenance, and repairs themselves. In other cases, they hire a property management company (like us) to work on their behalf by serving as the main point of contact for tenants, collecting rent, and coordinating maintenance requests and repairs.

Creating a housemate agreement is a simple and effective way to avoid conflict. It helps organize expectations around chores, shared expenses, and other responsibilities.

If you experience any issues during your lease, please contact us immediately so we can assess and resolve them. Common examples include:

• A washing machine not spinning
• A running toilet
• Broken windows
• Any other concerns or questions

For maintenance requests, please text (401) 399-3793. Our maintenance team typically responds within 24–48 hours, depending on the urgency of the issue. We will always notify you before entering the home unless there is an emergency.

• Rhode Island Tenant Rights
• The Importance of Renter’s Insurance
• URI’s Off-Campus Code of Conduct

Most homes are 20–25 minutes from URI, depending on traffic. We recommend leaving early for classes, meetings, or exams, and giving yourself extra time to find parking.

Helpful links:

• URI Shuttle Services
• URI Commuter Parking Permits
• Rhode Island Public Transit Authority

Living off-campus means learning to manage your income and expenses. Creating a realistic budget is essential.

• What to bring
• A move-in checklist
• Organization tips to make your transition easier

Move-in Day is Labor Day. Move-out Day is typically the Monday following the weekend of Undergraduate Commencement.

Because of summer rentals and necessary home preparation, early move-ins and extended move-outs cannot be accommodated under any circumstances.

Yes. Every home is fully furnished:

• Living room, kitchen, and bedrooms include essential furniture.
• Kitchens come with the basic essentials for cooking, eating, and drinking. Specialty items (like blenders or crock pots) may not be included, so it’s best to bring your own or wait until move-in to see what’s needed.

Tenants pay separately for:

• Electricity
• Heat (oil, gas, or electric)
• Cable/internet
• Rubbish removal

These are not included in the rental amount.

Expect an average of $125–$175 per renter per month for electricity, and heat.
During colder months, this may increase to $150–$200 per renter, depending on thermostat usage and outdoor temperatures. Please keep in mind keep in mind that factors such as building age, fuel type, thermostat habits, and winter severity, can push costs to fall above or below this range.

Yes. Two options are available:

1. Semester Payments
Rent is paid each semester, while utilities vary monthly.

2. Student Loan/Scholarship Schedule

• Fall:
  • Aug 1: September Rent, Rubbish Fee, WiFi Fee, & Registration Fee
  • Sept 1: October Rent
  • Oct 20: November, December & January Rent
• Spring:
  • Jan 1: February Rent & WiFi Fee
  • Feb 20: March, April & May Rent

Late payments incur a $100 late fee.

No. Parties are not permitted. You may have friends and family visit, but large gatherings can cause property damage, put your security deposit at risk, and may result in a costly police citation. Violating this policy could also jeopardize your ability to rent from us in the future or result in termination of a future lease.

Yes. Every student must have a co-signer (typically a parent or guardian). If rent is unpaid or damages occur, the co-signer is responsible.

Each driveway accommodates the same number of cars as there are bedrooms.
No parking on the grass—this can result in expensive repairs and reseeding.

• Landscaping: Handled by the homeowner.
• Snow removal: Tenant responsibility.
  Shovels are usually sufficient; plowing is rarely needed. If a major storm is forecasted, you may choose to hire a local snow removal service.

If you cannot continue renting (e.g., studying abroad, graduating early), you must find someone to take over your lease spot.

Requirements:

1. Your housemates must approve the new renter.
2. The new renter must complete an application (click here).
3. After the application is submitted, text the office at (401) 399-3793 so we can finalize the process.

The security deposit equals one month’s rent and is due at lease signing.
It is held by the homeowner to cover any repairs or damages.
The homeowner has 20 days after your move-out date to return the deposit.
Please allow an additional 14 business days for mail delivery before contacting our office.
If you have questions, we will connect you directly with the homeowner, as they handle the deposit assessment and return.

Narragansett Properties:
Office Phone: (401) 783-1155
Housing Tour Text Line: (401) 326-2005
Academic & Maintenance Text Line: (401) 399-3793

Off-Campus Housing Resources:

• Off-Campus Housing Checklist
• Off-Campus Living Toolkit
• Roommate Agreement Template
• Off-Campus Housing Fire Safety Checklist
• A Guide for URI Students Living Off-Campus
• Housing Fair Schedule
• Student Support & Advocacy Services
• Student Legal Services (Office of General Counsel)