Neighborhood Housing is located on the ground floor of the Union, room WG85. You can also sign up for our e-newsletter, follow us on social media, and more to stay in the loop about things students who live off-campus need to know. Visit the Department of Neighborhood Services‘… Read More
A good landlord is essential to a great off-campus experience. We’ve taken the guess work out of finding one that meets criteria that go beyond what the city and state allow through the Good Neighbor landlord program. We also have… Read More
Students have found themselves evicted, homeless or in rentals with terrible issues. We want to help you make the best choice possible. Request a free background check on any landlord or property from the NHO by emailing us the name… Read More
Student tenant has an issue/complaint regarding a landlord/property manager practices or procedures Student tenant files a complaint through the landlord complaint form on the NHO listing service Student needs to submit as much documentation as possible including emails, letters, and… Read More
This is a form for complaints from renters about landlords (negligence, disrepair, etc.). This form may be filled out by long-term residents affected as well as by student renters. The complaint form assists the Neighborhood Housing Office in keeping track… Read More
The City of Milwaukee provides a variety of services and tools for community members. These include property search tools, waste management, and snow removal services. It is important that you stay knowledgeable regarding the current and upcoming restrictions that are… Read More
In the City of Milwaukee, there are rules and laws that prevent housing discrimination for certain protected groups. Milwaukee County Ordinance Chapter 107 states: “It is declared policy of the county that all persons shall have an equal opportunity for… Read More
If you are looking for legal advice, referrals or assistance as it pertains to the legal side of renting off campus, please look through the resources below. We have compiled a list of multiple Milwaukee legal resources that are available… Read More
If a landlord is raising the rent, they have to let the tenant know. On a month-to-month lease, the landlord has to tell the tenant 28 days in advance.
In some cases, landlords will tell prospective tenants that their unit is in high demand and may ask for ‘earnest money’. Earnest money is money paid to the landlord to hold the apartment/house pending the application process. The landlord has… Read More