Jan 8
2013
Now Leasing for 2013-2014!
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It’s only day two of Leasing Season and already our calendars are filling up with appointments for apartment tours!
If you would like to schedule a tour of The Modules, please call or email us to schedule a tour today! 215-232-3707 or star@templetownrealty.com
Oct 28
2012
Preparing for Hurricane Sandy
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The TempleTown office will be closed Monday and Tuesday. Please stay safe and alert during this time.
If you have a maintenance emergency, please call the TempleTown Emergency Maintenance Line at 610-755-8593. Leave a detailed voicemail message with your name, phone number, property address (make sure to include apartment number), and nature of the leak or maintenance emergency. We will be checking voicemails and responding to emergencies only. Non-emergencies should be emailed to rentals@templetownrealty.com.
Preparing for Hurricane Sandy
- Make a family communications plan. Make sure to keep in contact with your parents so they don’t worry about you. Just in case your phone dies, write down all your family phone numbers and keep it in a safe place.
- Bring in all your bikes and/or outdoor furniture. If you have anything in your backyard, bring it into your house or make sure that it is secure (tied down).
- Close all windows. Make sure that your windows are closed all the way. Also make sure to lock window bars if you have them.
- Have on hand food and other provisions. It may be helpful to prepare a three-day supply of non-perishable (canned or dried) food per person. During the storm, keep your fridge closed to preserve food just in case the power goes out.
- Unplug valuable electronics. Before the storm, make sure to fully charge cell phones. During the storm, unplug valuable electronics in case of a power surge.
- For additional hurricane preparedness tips, check out FEMA’s website or American Red Cross’s website.
- Stay up-to-date with Temple University Alerts.
What to do in the event of a leak
If during the storm your ceiling starts to leak, don’t panic. Leaks can happen if high winds blow off roofing material or if gutters and downspouts get blocked. If a leak forms in your ceiling, immediately move any personal belongings away from the leak and put down a bucket, trashcan, large pot, or other receptacle to catch the water and prevent damage.
You should then call the TempleTown Emergency Maintenance Line at 610-755-8593. Leave a detailed voicemail message with your name, phone number, property address (make sure to include apartment number), and nature of the leak or maintenance emergency. Unfortunately there is not much repair that can be done to a leak during an active storm. Once storm conditions have subsided, maintenance will be able to come out to make necessary repairs.
Sep 24
2012
We want to hear from you!
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We want to hear from you! What are you looking for in off-campus housing? What would you like to see in the area? Take our quick survey and enter our survey raffle for a 1 in 50 chance to win a Cruise for Two Certificate!
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Sep 6
2012
Off campus apartment decorating tips
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Welcome back to school everyone! It’s the second week of class and by now you probably have your off campus apartment mostly set up with the essentials – bed, desk, dresser, TV, etc. Maybe you need a few more items to really personalize your space and make it your home. Maybe you still haven’t found the perfect poster or piece of art to put above your bed. Maybe you actually still don’t have a desk! In any case, here are a list of upcoming sales, great places to shop, and other tips to make decorating your off campus apartment easier and fun!
IKEA
This one is a no-brainer. IKEA is a long popular shopping destination for college students looking for affordable furniture and home decor for their off campus apartment.
The closest IKEA is located in South Philly, only 5 miles away from Temple’s main campus. Last time we checked, if you don’t have a large car for transporting furniture, it costs $70 for IKEA to deliver a truck full of furniture.
Also, for a limited time only, students get 15% off in the Swedish Food Market with a purchase of $20 or more with student ID. Offer is valid til September 30, 2012.
Flea Markets
Philadelphia Flea Markets has two big markets coming up this weekend.
The first Flea Market is on Friday, September 7th in Old City in conjunction with First Friday, 5pm to 9pm. Use 101 N. 2nd Street, 19106 for GPS directions.
The second Flea Market is on Saturday, September 8th around Eastern State Penitentiary, 9am to 5pm. Use 2201 Fairmount Avenue, 19130 for GPS directions.
TempleTown on Pinterest
We are pinning fools! You don’t need to have a Pinterest account or even understand how Pinterest works to enjoy our awesome inspiration boards such as Great Study Spaces, The Modules: Suggested Shopping List (Furnished), College Dorm & Apartment Decor Ideas, Cool Owl Things, and more!
Apr 13
2011
It’s official! The Modules is an award winning building!
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It’s official! The Modules is an award winning building! Yesterday, The Modules received an Architectural Excellence Award in Innovation from AIA Pennsylvania.
Jurors commented that they liked The Modules because “students can interact with the city and are not isolated in traditional campus dorm settings.” The also liked the “urbanistic quality” of The Modules.
Other Architectural Excellence Award winners included:
Marcus Nanotechnology Research Center Building in Atlanta, Georgia
Roosevelt Plaza in Camden, New Jersey
Ivory V. Nelson Science Center in Chester County, Pennsylvania
Apple Store, Covent Garden in London, England
Waipolu Gallery and Studio in Oahu, Hawaii
Anne d’Harnoncourt Sculpture Garden and Parking Facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Tremont Grand/St. Paul Place Garage in Baltimore, Maryland
Levitt Pavilion in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Sigal Museum in Easton, Pennsylvania
Sustainable Urban Science Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Grant R. Doering Center for Science & Research in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania
The Excavation of Mellon Hall in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Allegheny Riverfront Vision Plan in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pavilion & Garden at Sister Cities Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Lorry I. Lokey Graduate School of Business in Oakland, California
Haverford College, Campus Master Plan in Haverford, Pennsylvania
AIA Pennsylvania is the statewide component of The American Institute of Architects. “AIA Pennsylvania promotes the profession of architecture throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania while striving for the highest quality in the built environment.” Learn more about AIA Pennsylvania by visiting their website at http://www.aiapa.org/.
Apr 11
2011
Wing King 2011!
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TempleTown Realty will be sponsoring Draught Horse’s Wing King 2011!
NEW DATE: Thursday, April 28th at 4pm
Thursday April 28th, 2011 at 4PM the fiercest eating competition on campus returns!
Only one will be crowned as Temple’s next Wing King, will that be you?
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- $15 to participate, limited spots available, reserve yours today!
- 25 Wings qualifying round, 25 wings final round
- Drink specials!
- Prizes include: Phillies tickets, $100 gift cards & more!
Event organized by SMAT (Sports Marketing Association of Temple University). Contact smatemple@gmail.com to save your spot!
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Event sponsored by TempleTown Realty:
Winner gets a $100 Amazon gift card…. and if you are a current or future TempleTown resident, you get an extra $100 off your next months rent!
Apr 6
2011
Choosing a Roommate
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This Saturday, April 9th, we will be having a Potential Roommate Meet & Greet for people interested in living at The Modules. Stop by The Modules this Saturday from 12pm to 3:3pm! It’s the perfect opportunity to meet potential roommates and check out the building. We will have free pizza and refreshments. You will also have a chance to share/post your contact info and win some raffle prizes. For a limited time only, we will be offering MOVE-IN SPECIALS for guests at the Open House!
Sharing an off-campus residence with other students is a fun part of the college experience. It is also a great way to save money and gain independence. However, things may go wrong and it is important that you consider your compatibility with your roommate before committing to a lease together.
Here are some things you should consider when looking for a roommate:
- Study/Quite Time – What time of day do you like to study? What kind of music and volume will you be playing?
- Sharing - What will you share? What will be off limits? What is you policy for borrowing things from each other?
- Chores – How will you divide up household cleaning and chores? Will you have a schedule?
- Paying Bills – How will you set up utility accounts? Who will be responsible for collecting/paying utility bills?
- Smoking/Drinking – What kind of policy will you have in your apartment?
- Mail - Will you have a designated area for mail to make sure each person receives their mail?
- Guests – How do you feel about boyfriends/girlfriends, long-term visits? Will you have rules for your guests?
- Parties – How often do you want to have parties? Who will be responsible for planning, cleaning, etc.?
- Contact Information – Make sure you have each others contact info and emergency contact info
Other tips for living with roommates:
- Communicate with each other.
- Agreements in writing are better than verbal agreements.
- Be considerate to each other.
Other resources for roommates:
Apr 5
2011
April Events for The Modules
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TempleTown Realty is hosting a series of events this month for people interested in learning more or touring The Modules at TempleTown. These are great events for freshman, transfer students, graduate students, and others interested in living in the Temple area community to learn more about the newest, greenest building in the area.
Thursday, April 7, 2011 Info Session at the Student Center, 11am to 3pm
Saturday, April 9, 2011 Potential Roommate Meet & Greet, 12pm to 3pm
Tuesday, April 12, 2011 Spring Fling at Temple
Thursday, April 14, 2011 College Living Housing Fair at the Student Center, 11am to 3pm
Thursday, April 21, 2011 Temple Housing Fair at the Student Center, 11am to 1pm
Modules Open House from 2pm to 4pm
For more information, please contact us at rentals@templetownrealty.com or 215-232-3707.
Jan 17
2011
The Modules featured in Multi-Housing News
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“The Modules is green to the core and green looks good,” says Multi-Housing News. Learn more about how The Modules is a green building by checking out the rest of the article here: http://www.multihousingnews.com/features/architecturedesign/new-green-modular-student-housing-in-philadelphia-plus-slideshow/
Dec 26
2010
January 2011 Open House
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Join us for our next Info Session and Open House on Thursday, January 20, 2011! From 11am to 1pm we will be at the Temple University Student Center for the Off-Campus Housing Fair. Come and get more information on leasing at The Modules and other TempleTown Realty properties. Then from 2pm to 4pm, join us at The Modules to tour the building and our model apartment. For more information, please contact us at rentals@templetownrealty.com or 215-232-3707.