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Returning to College or University This Month

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Realty MD RE License 579412

Returning to College or University This Month

I don't know what the rental situation is where you are, but there seems to be a shortage of student rental properties in the greater Baltimore area. 

I recently received a call from a student looking for accommodations for himself and a friend. The rental property I had listed wasn't suitable, but I suggested Airbnb, VRBO, or Furnished Finder, and he said, "No, I need it for the whole semester." 

I rent rooms through Airbnb, and I prefer long-term stays of 3-6 months or longer. It is less wear and tear on my home, less work, and a stable income. Not only that, Airbnb collects the rent and directly deposits it into my bank account for a small management fee. I know that the money will be there, and I know that if there is a problem, Airbnb will take care of it. I have had many students stay with me over the 8 years that I have been doing Airbnb and it has worked out extremely well. 

Many Airbnb homes offer kitchen and laundry privileges, parking, security, and safety for the guest (public reviews). And, when you return home at the end of the semester, you aren't paying rent for a time when you aren't staying in the property.

Airbnb-type properties offer a great alternative to dorm life. If you are a student returning to college life in a few weeks or a parent of a student returning to college life and having a problem finding accommodations you may want to consider one of these platforms.  There is a large variety of types of accommodations available. 

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Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

There’s a lot of opportunity when you give a priority to school that ways  I’ve seen in myself and various others..

Jan 06, 2025 10:01 PM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing June. I know exactly what you talking about, our clients doing that!

It is less wear and tear on my home, less work, and a stable income. Not only that, Airbnb collects the rent and directly deposits it into my bank account for a small management fee. 

Jan 07, 2025 03:49 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning June. A sensible way for an owner to operate with limited management responsibilities. When my son was in college his off campus apartment was rented on an annual basis. The first year he came home for the summer. After that he stayed year round. Like you line of thinking. Enjoy your day.

Jan 07, 2025 04:03 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Hmm, a shortage of rentals for students?  Shouldn't all colleges or universities have student housing options available?

Jan 07, 2025 04:44 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello June - it's not easy to be a prospective tenant.  Or a landlord.  Countless issues face both.  

Jan 07, 2025 04:52 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is good information to share.

Have a great day and an outstanding week.

Snow clearing is taking place in our neighborhood.

Jan 07, 2025 06:37 AM
June Piper-Brandon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Baltimore, MD
Creating Generational Wealth Through Homeownership

Brian England Universities have options but colleges generally don't and not all students adapt well to the dorm life (too many distractions). Some (like Johns Hopkins) require students to stay on campus the first 2 years then live off campus after that. It's good to have options.

Jan 07, 2025 10:14 AM
Kathy Streib

I agree June- many students prefer having more independent living arrangements than a dorm could offer. 

Jan 07, 2025 06:36 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi June- I'd never thought of turning a room into an Airbnb for college students. Our friends bought a small house when their daughter went to KU. The roommate helped to offset some of the mortgage. 

Jan 07, 2025 06:39 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening June,

This is very informative...I've never considered turning a room into an Airbnb for college students. It totally makes sense! If your a student you should definitely research this type of accommodation!

Jan 08, 2025 03:17 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Jan 11, 2025 06:52 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

It's definitely good for students to have options. Interesting post!

Jan 12, 2025 07:05 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

My previous wife and I had a room we rented out and whilst we were not interested in long term tenants, we often had people ask. Good suggestion if someone is having problems finding rooms.

Jan 13, 2025 11:02 AM