University Landing - Details about the new housing project
By: Jessica Lavely
Posted: June 1, 2006

'University Landing,' the new top-of-the-line housing facility is near completition for Fall 2006. It's so close to Austin Peay State University you can simply walk to class every day.

University Landing is located two blocks away from the main campus and offers unique apartments to the students at Austin Peay State University. The projected opening date is in April and the whole building is expected to be finished near August 2006. The very first open house is planned for April 6-8.

"We recognize the students at Austin Peay State University are mature, responsible adults who are endeavoring to further their education," said Brenda Measamer, president of Kenney Realty Services, the company constructing the appartments. "Our aim is to assist them in attaining their goals and to provide a living environment conducive to their achieving those aspirations."

University Landing gives lease options which allow students to hold individual leases. Not only can students choose their roommates, also they can get rid of the hassles that come from joint leases.

University Landing consists of one, two, three and four bedroom apartments. Each apartment complex is accessorized with one bathroom per bedroom, full kitchen amenities, study rooms and washers and dryers. They also come with overhead lights, microwave, dishwasher, range, double sinks and refrigerators with icemakers.

All apartments will have pre-wired security systems, central heat and air conditioning, access to the study lounges, courtyards and picnic areas and monthly student events. Internet, cable television, water, trash removal and electricity will all be included in the monthly rent, so students can live without the hassle of paying lots of utility bills.

Reasonable prices are offered for the different room options, but are subjuect to change.

With prices subject to change, one bedroom apartment starts off as $650 per student per month. A two bedroom apartment: $565, three bedroom: $500, four bedroom: $460 and a studio apartment running $600.

"From what I've heard it sounds like a great idea," says Geordan Goodmiller, a freshman, who has lived in the dorms on campus. "Apartments close to campus you can split with friends, have washers and dryers and, not to mention, other things in every room."

University Landing is an option for students to consider as an off-campus alternative.