Furniture, Fixtures, Keys and Locks
Please note that the removal of Columbia Residential-provided furniture from any unit or building is prohibited.
Residents must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Furniture and Appliances: Removing or modifying any furniture, fixtures, or appliances provided by Columbia Residential is not permitted. However, residents in furnished units may request bed removal for medical reasons. All such requests must be approved by Disability Services.
- Locks: Altering, changing, or adding locks to the entrance door of a unit or room is strictly prohibited. The use of lock boxes is also not allowed. For any concerns regarding locks, residents should contact Columbia Residential for support.
- Damage Reporting: Any damage, whether intentional or accidental, must be reported to the superintendent and Columbia Residential immediately. Damages that are not reported will be considered the joint responsibility of all residents in the unit.
- Security: For the safety and security of all residents and to keep personal belongings secure, residents are required to keep suite and apartment doors locked at all times.
- Key Return: Upon move-out, keys must be returned to either the superintendent or the Express Move-out box. Keys left in the apartment or room will result in a $100 fee, plus the cost of key or cylinder replacement, if applicable.
Based on the apartment/room size and layout, furnished accommodations generally contain the following:
Bedrooms:
- Extra-long twin bed (full size bed for couples)
- Dresser
- Desk and desk chair
Living rooms and kitchens:
- Couch and additional chairs
- Coffee table
- Table with chairs
Responsibilities of the resident:
- Linens
- Dishes, cutlery and cooking utensils
- Air conditioners
- Area rugs – residents are responsible for providing rugs that cover 80 percent of the floor area to comply with the terms of the lease.
Estimated repair or replacement costs:
Common area furniture
- Sofas
Cost
- $550 - $650
Common area furniture
- Chairs
Cost
- $250 - $350
Common area furniture
- Tables
Cost
- $150 - $250
Common area furniture
Room furnishings
Cost
Cost
Common area furniture
- Desks
Cost
- $175 - $300
Common area furniture
- Chests
Cost
- $250 - $350
Common area furniture
- Wardrobe
Cost
- $440
Common area furniture
- Beds
Cost
- $190 - $250
Common area furniture
- Bed loft kit
Cost
- $50 - $250
Common area furniture
- Full/Queen sleeper unit
Cost
- cost of replacement
Common area furniture
Cleaning
Cost
Cost
Common area furniture
- Hourly cleaning charges
Cost
- $50 per hour, 2-hour minimum
Common area furniture
Keys and Locks
Cost
Cost
Common area furniture
- Lockouts, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost
- No Charge
Common area furniture
- Lockouts after 4 p.m. weekends and holidays
Cost
- $50
Common area furniture
- Mailbox key
Cost
- $10 per key
Common area furniture
- Apartment key
Cost
- $15 per key
Common area furniture
- New cylinder (including new set of keys)
Cost
- $150
Common area furniture
- Failure to return keys upon move-out to either super or Express Move-out box
Cost
- $100 + cost of key/cylinder replacement, if applicable
Common area furniture
- Lobby door key
Cost
- $25