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311 South Main Street, Normal, IL 61761, US

What do you know about my business?

We are a local, family-owned real-estate management company that is the leading provider of student and residential housing in Bloomington-Normal. More students live in Young America housing than any other housing provider in the area. Our residential division offers far more personalized services than our competitors, making for a superior resident experience. For nearly 50 years, investors have trusted us with their real estate assets. Young America offers over 1,400 student rental apartments (totaling 4,500 beds) near Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University and Heartland Community College. We also offer 1,200 conventional (non-student) apartment, townhome, and house rentals in Bloomington-Normal.

What is Unique about your business?

With over 140 student properties and 130 residential properties, your apartment search is made easy. At YA, your options are limitless when it comes to location, budget, amenities, and more. And with a maintenance staff that completes over 17,000 service requests per year, you can have peace of mind knowing that when something goes wrong, it will be addressed accurately and appropriately. Young America has also been voted best in Custer Service for 8 years running.

Student Housing Lease Terms Syllabus

2025-09-02

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Welcome to your Student Lease Terms Syllabus! Here you’ll find clear definitions of the key terms in your Young America lease so you know exactly what to expect.

Joint & Several Lease

All residents on a student lease are jointly and severally liable for every obligation under the Lease. This means that if one roommate fails to pay rent or fees, the others are required to cover the full amount due.

We-Find

When you ask Young America to place an additional Resident in your unit to fill an open spot, each original Resident remains fully responsible for all Lease obligations in the original lease, and coed placements require written consent from all residents. An administrative We-Find fee may apply for the individual resident.

Sublease

If you decide to move out early and wish to have a sublessee assume the remainder of your lease you must get YA’s prior written consent and have a $0.00 balance at the time of sublease. The original resident remains responsible for all lease obligations until YA approves and all parties sign the sublease paperwork, and a $250 subletting fee is due at the time of signing.

Guarantor (Co-signor)

A guarantor (or co-signor) is someone who agrees to be legally responsible for your Lease if you cannot pay.

Damage Waiver Program

You may opt into this program for $15/month and Young America waives the right to charge for up to $100,000 per occurrence of specified accidental property damage (fire, smoke, water backup, etc.). This is not insurance and does not cover your personal belongings.

Renter's Insurance

Young America requires you to maintain liability insurance (Minimum Required Liability Insurance, MRLI) covering at least $100,000 per occurrence for fire, smoke, water damage, and falling objects. Alternatively, you may enroll in our Damage Waiver Program or purchase a third-party renters policy and submit proof before move-in.

Parking (Defined or Open)

Your Lease specifies the number and type of parking spaces assigned to your unit—numbered, stickered, or driveway. Vehicles must only park in designated areas; violations may result in towing at your expense.

Fees

One-Time

Admin - A non-refundable fee paid once upon lease signing to cover processing and setup costs.
We-Find - When Young America assigns an additional Resident to your unit (with your consent), an administrative charge may apply.
Sublease - A $250 fee is due upon signing a subleasing agreements to have another person replace you on your lease.

Monthly

Rent - Your share of the Annual Base Rent, due on the 1st of each month.
Utility Tracking - A one-time $65 charge per Resident, collected with your first rent payment, covers ongoing administration of shared utilities.
Credit Building - $8/month for credit-building reporting to Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion (opt-out available).

Young America strives to keep your home safe, comfortable, and in great condition.

If you have questions about these terms or need assistance,

VISIT us at yarealty.com/openleasing or learn more on our FAQ page.
CALL our office at (309) 454-2338.
DROP IN to speak with one of our agents.

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Security Deposit Special!

$300 off your security deposit!*

*offer valid for approved applicants with no conditions. Must move in by 2/23/24.

Emergency Maintenance

With extreme cold expected today and throughout the week, please call 309-823-0179 if you are in need of emergency maintenance.

For all non-emergency maintenance, please login to your resident portal and submit a maintenance request.

Welcome Transfer Students!

Young America wishes you the best of luck as you start your new journey at ISU!

Please call 309-454-2338, or email [email protected], if you are still in need of housing for the 2024-25 school year!

Move Out is This Saturday!

UNLESS YOUR LEASE STATES OTHERWISE, YOUR MOVE OUT DATE IS MAY 11, 2024 BY NOON.

click here for move out information

Early Move In Key Pickup

Early Move In key pickup begins today at the Bone Student Center!

Keys will be available to pick up from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM!

For Current YA Residents, keys can be picked up starting at 8:30 AM. For NEW YA Residents, keys can be picked up starting at 10:30 AM.

Move In Information

If you took an Early Move In, please be sure that you have submitted your Move In Inspection.

To submit your move in inspection, please click the button below!

2024 Move In Inspection

June 4th Move In

June Move-In will occur on Tuesday, June 4th at our student office located at 311 S. Main Street, Normal, IL.

Please refer to your 24-25 lease to verfiy your move in date.

CLICK HERE FOR MOVE-IN INFORMATION

Festival YA is soon!

Festival YA is right around the corner! Don't miss your chance to get the NEW YA t-shirt and win some giveaways!

Wednesday, August 28th