Off-Campus Living & Commuter Services

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Off-Campus Housing List

The Off-Campus Housing Marketplace shows rental units based on the following criteria:

All units meet the minimum requirements of the Williamsport Bureau of Codes, which follows standards established by the International Code Council (ICC). The codes inspection encompasses, but is not limited to, building soundness, and electrical and safety conditions.
Properties on the list have been inspected within the last year.
Units are available for rent exclusively by students at Pennsylvania College of Technology.

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Units located within this map are within the Penn College Police active patrol zone.

Firehall Live-in Programs

Loyalsock

Montoursville

Muncy

570.546.3000

Old Lycoming

Apartment Shopping

Advice when looking for an off-campus apartment

Do not sign a lease if you have already completed a Penn College on-campus housing contract.
Only look at properties listed on the Off-Campus Housing Marketplace.
Make copies off all your paperwork and photos when apartment searching. Use the Apartment Inspection Checklist to keep track of your searches
Do not sign a lease until you have met with the landlord face-to-face.
Do not sign a lease until you have toured your specific apartment.
Do not sign a lease unless you are absolutely sure you will be attending Penn College and that is where you want to live.

Looking for a roommate or to sublet your lease? Check out https://offcampushousing.pct.edu/listing

Leases

Your lease is a legal document which will define every aspect of your relationship with your new landlord, so read it thoroughly before signing. Understand everything that is expected of you and what your legal rights are.

Clearly identify the property which is being leased.
Indicate both the length of the lease (in days, weeks, or months) and the dates.
Indicate the amount of rent to be paid, when it is to be paid, whether or not you will be billed, and any grace period for paying.
Indicate any late charge if rent is not paid on time.
Indicate responsibility for utilities.
Indicate the amount of any security or other deposit you have made and terms for its return (with interest).
Indicate circumstances under which the landlord can enter the property and any notification requirements before entering.
Indicate your liability for rent, etc., in case you leave before the end of the lease.

A Note about Leases

A lease is a legally binding document, and you can be held accountable if the terms are not met.

Reasons for which you cannot break your lease:

Transferring schools
Dropping out
Studying abroad
Don't like the apartment; found a better or cheaper place
Roommate conflicts
Minor repair problems
High utility bills
Marriage
Buying a house

Renter’s Insurance: Myths vs. Reality

Like homeowner's insurance, renter's insurance protects your personal possessions from loss and protects you from huge legal and medical bills should someone be injured in your apartment.

My landlord's insurance covers me. Not true!

Your landlord carries insurance to cover his or her loss if the building is destroyed or damaged in some way. Your landlord is also covered in case someone (including a tenant) is injured on the property, though not in your apartment.

Renter's insurance is expensive. Not true!

The average renter can get complete coverage for a few hundred dollars, or less, per year. Check with your parent or guardian to see what, if anything, their insurance may cover.

My roommate has insurance; I don't need it. Not true!

Your roommate's insurance will cover his/her possessions, but it will not cover yours unless you are listed on your roommate's policy.

How do I get renter's insurance? It's easy!

GradGuard helps students and families protect their investment in higher education.

Learn more

Commuter Friendly Services

The Patio

Conveniently located outside CC Commons dining area, grab a seat outside on the patio. Also a great place to study outside or enjoy relaxing around the firepit.

The Lounge

The Lounge is the perfect place to kick back, watch your favorite game or TV show, study, or meet up with friends. Comfy furniture and multiple TVs make this space ideal for student gatherings. The Lounge is located on the first floor of the Campus Center and is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week!

Lockers

Bring your own lock and do not forget to empty your locker at the end of the semester! Located in LEC, BTC, ATHS, CC (second floor).

Parking

Parking is available throughout campus for commuter. View the campus map for student parking locations.

Microwave

Warm up your meals in our dining units across campus. Microwaves can be found in the Keystone Dining Room, Wildcat Express, Fresh, Fuel and Bookmarks.