St. Louis Corporate Housing Corporate Housing 101 - A Quick Guide | Page 8

Tips for Employers to Find the
Perfect Corporate Housing
• Ensure that the apartment is ready to move into. Make sure that things like the electric, gas
and cable are all up and running. You wouldn’t want to move into somewhere that wasn’t
clean or didn’t have light.
• Is the provider knowledgeable about the area? Make sure that this is the case. They should
be able to direct you to all the places you’ll need. For example, fruit and veg shops,
restaurants, theatres and shopping centers. In addition to this you will need to find the local
post office, police and fire station.
• Take all costs into account. When budgeting, don’t just focus on the monthly rent. There are
things like parking, utilities and general repairs to take into consideration. When searching be
sure to ask about things like these so you know what the monthly price will actually be. You
need to know how much it is going to cost in the end before you sign anything.
• Use a broker. Working with an apartment broker is always a good idea. They will be able to
tell you what sorts of accommodation is available in the area and they will be able to break
down your best choices by rate, location, and amenities.
• Expect a variety of packages. The property manager should provide you with different
packages which vary in price depending on the amenities and services offered.