Crest At Pearl, Austin

W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, 78701, United States
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$1234
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1.5 mi from City Center
1.5 mi from City Center( 29m. 19m. 8m)
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Austin Community College | 0.4 mi
University of Texas | 0.8 mi
St. Edward's University | 3.7 mi
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About the Property

Crest at Pearl is a popular student accommodation in Austin that offers the students several private room apartments. It is located a 7-minute drive from the University of Texas and a 16-minute one from St. Edwards University, which makes it perfect for the students studying here.

Features

These spacious rooms come with a soft bed that is accompanied by a side table and a lot of under-bed storage. There is a study desk that has a chair and a pin board. The students can finish their homework or watch a show using the free high-speed Wi-Fi. The kitchen comes well-equipped with all the appliances like an oven, a microwave, and a fridge. There are cabinets where one could store all the spice mix and groceries. The internet bill is included in the rent, which makes life here easy and convenient.

Location and What's Hot?

The neighborhood is constantly buzzing with youthful energy because of its proximity to cafés like CoCo's Cafe and Moontower Cafe in Rowling Hall, which are nearby. The students can get a taste of their favorite dumpling soup at Chef Hong and ATX Gyro, which serves Mediterranean specialties. On weekends, one can take a trip to the Bullock Texas State History Museum or the Pease District Park.

Commute

Take a short walk to 1801 Lamar/Martin Luther King or the 22nd/Pearl bus stop to take a tour of any part of the city. For travel across the country, hop on a train from the Austin, TX train station, which is a short distance away.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a roommate matching service?

Yes! Our roommate matching program is powered by RoomSync–a roommate matching app. You will have the opportunity to create a personal profile, search, filter, chat and match with other residents who will be living in the community. You decide what matters most when narrowing down your search. Want a roommate with the same major? You got it! Prefer to live with someone who goes to bed early? No problem! Looking for a roommate who enjoys college football? No sweat! You control your search and matching criteria to find the perfect roommate.

Can I be my own guarantor?


A resident can act as their own guarantor if they can show documentation as outlined in the lease agreement that they have income greater than three times the rental installment.

What paperwork is required with a guarantor?


The guarantor will need to sign the guaranty agreement. If the resident is not of legal age to execute a contract, the guarantor will be required to sign both the lease and guaranty agreement.

When is a guarantor required?


All residents require a guarantor to complete the guaranty agreement.

What is an individual lease?


An individual lease provides each resident with their own separate lease agreement and responsibility for his/her rental installments and applicable utility and parking charges. By signing an individual lease, you are only taking responsibility for your rental installments and lease terms and will not be held liable for any delinquent amounts owed by your roommate(s).

Can I setup recurring payments?


Yes! Save time in the future and never miss a rental installment by setting up recurring payments. You just need a few minutes and your checking account or card info to setup payments. 

Do you send me a bill every month?


No, bills are not sent to residents each month, but you may see payment reminders posted around the property.

Are there insurance requirements for signing a lease at the community?


Yes! The community does require all residents to obtain a minimum coverage of $100,000 in Landlord Legal Liability insurance. There are 3 options below to comply with this lease requirement. *Renters insurance (a policy that protects an individual’s personal belongings) is highly recommended but not required.
Option 1: Automatically enroll in the management Master Liability Program offered via LeaseTrack. This program is $12.00 per monthly rental installment and you will be auto-enrolled in the program should you not choose Option 2 or 3 when requested closer to move-in time.
Option 2: Obtain the required liability insurance coverage via American Campus Communities’ preferred insurance partner LeaseTrack.
Option 3: Submit documentation of your own liability insurance showing the required minimum coverages to LeaseTrack when requested 30 days prior to your lease start date.

Am I allowed to request a specific unit?


You can list your preferences on your housing application, and we will do our best to place you in the unit that fits those requests. All requests are served on a first-come, first-served basis and are taken in order based on the date your lease was received.

Can I request specific roommates?


Yes! You can search for and match with specific roommates in the RoomSync app. Change your mind? No problem! You can modify your matches if your preferences change up until the matching period close date.

How do I qualify through Financial Aid?


If you are currently receiving need-based financial aid, you may automatically qualify. You would need to look at your current Financial Aid Award Letter for Fall 2022 and Spring 2023, then compare your grants/scholarships/loans to the approved need-based Financial Aid list. If you have any items that appear on the list, no matter the amount, then you automatically qualify for S.M.A.R.T. Housing.

How do I qualify through Income Verification?


If you do not qualify based on the need-based financial aid list, then you can attempt to qualify based on your annual income. Please contact our leasing office for more information on income verification.

How does the leasing process work for S.M.A.R.T. Housing?


1. Pre-qualify for S.M.A.R.T. Housing. a) If you are qualifying through Financial Aid, please bring your Financial Aid Award letter for Fall 2022/Spring 2023 into the leasing office. b) If you are qualifying through Income Verification, you will need to bring your most recent W2 and your 3 most recent pay stubs, your Financial Award letter for Fall 2022/Spring 2023, and your tuition bill into the leasing office. 2. Submit your housing application by clicking 'APPLY ONLINE', pay the applicable upfront fees, and complete the S.M.A.R.T. Housing forms. 3. Once your S.M.A.R.T. Housing paperwork is complete, you will be able to sign a Lease Agreement.

What is S.M.A.R.T. Housing?


S.M.A.R.T. Housing is a program created by the city of Austin to assist students who are either receiving need-based financial aid or who are paying for school through student loans. It is designed to assist those who are working to cover their living expenses. Parental support (money given by parents to cover living expenses) is taken into consideration as income - it is limited and cannot be the only source of income.
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