Choosing off-campus housing is a big step. At Elara, we’re obsessed with every detail of our resident experience with a hospitality-driven focus on convenience, connection, programming and proximity to campus. We’re here to make the leasing process as easy as possible for you and your student. This guide outlines what to expect at every stage, from leasing and budgeting to move-in and daily life at our community.
Elara offers individual, by-the-bed leasing, a common setup in student housing communities.
With an individual lease, each resident signs their own lease agreement for their assigned bedroom space instead of sharing one lease for the entire apartment. This means students are generally responsible for their own lease obligations and monthly installment payments.
Learn MoreFamilies should carefully review lease documents before signing and contact the Elara leasing office for the most current leasing requirements and policies.
Planning ahead for off-campus housing costs can help students and families feel more prepared for the transition into independent living.
Elara offers furnished student apartments designed to help simplify move-in and support everyday student life.
Apartment features include:
These features can help students settle in more comfortably while providing spaces designed for studying, relaxing, and connecting with friends.
Families should also budget for:
Students and families should review the current fee schedule and lease details directly with the leasing office before signing.
A successful student housing experience is about more than just having a place to sleep. At Elara, residents have access to spaces designed to support studying, connection, and everyday balance throughout the academic year.
Balancing academics, work, social life, and personal responsibilities can take adjustment. Comfortable apartment features and convenient community amenities can help students create routines that support both productivity and downtime throughout the school year.
Students often need flexible spaces where they can focus outside of the classroom.
Academic-friendly amenities include:
These spaces can help students stay efficient and on-task during the school year.
Shared Spaces For Connection
Forming new friendships is a key part of the college experience. Shared amenity spaces can help students connect with neighbors, spend time with roommates, and feel more comfortable in their new community.
Residents may enjoy spaces such as:
For many students, these shared experiences help make off-campus living feel more connected and enjoyable.
Moving into a student apartment is a major milestone, especially for students living away from home for the first time. Furnished apartments can help simplify the process and reduce the need for large furniture purchases before move-in day.
Before arriving, students and families should:
When students arrive, it’s helpful to:
The first few weeks after move-in can feel like a major adjustment as students build routines, navigate campus life, and settle into a new environment.
Students may feel more comfortable by:
Adding personal touches like photos, decorations, favorite snacks, or comforts from home can also help students feel more settled during the transition into college living.
Elara is only a mile from Northern Arizona University, so a quick 3-minute drive will get students from home to class in no time!
Depending on their routine and schedule, students may choose to:
Students should contact the leasing office directly for the most current information regarding parking availability, transportation resources, and community access details.
Our on-site team is available to support residents throughout the leasing experience and academic year. While students are generally responsible for managing their own housing experience, parents and guardians can still play an important role by helping students stay organized, informed, and prepared for independent living.
Parents and guardians can support students by:
Families with questions about leasing, policies, or community information are encouraged to contact the Elara leasing office directly for the most current information.
An individual lease means each resident signs their own lease agreement for their assigned bedroom space rather than sharing one lease for the entire apartment.
Residents typically make payments through the community’s resident portal.
Yes, Elara offers furnished student apartments designed to help simplify move-in and everyday living.
Elara provides residents with a secure and covered parking lot. Please contact our leasing office to discuss securing a personal parking spot, as they are limited.
Families should plan for additional expenses such as groceries, transportation, renter’s insurance, utilities or technology fees, parking, and personal living expenses
Yes, Elara offers spaces designed to support studying, productivity, and collaboration.
Yes. Families are welcome to contact the leasing office with general questions about leasing, community policies, and resident information.
Yes, roommate matching options are available for free. The Elara team will do their best to match roommates based on compatibility factors, such as lifestyle preferences, hobbies, and more.
Elara was designed with sustainability in mind, helping residents enjoy a more environmentally conscious living experience. The community includes features intended to support lower energy usage, reduced waste, and a smaller overall environmental footprint.
Sustainability-focused features at Elara include:
These features can help support more efficient everyday living while contributing to a greener community environment.
Students should be prepared with personal essentials like bedding, toiletries, cookware, school supplies, decorations, and other everyday necessities. Elara’s furnished apartments reduce the need for large furniture purchases before move-in.
