Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is this house owned or managed by Franklin College? 

A. No. There is no connection between ownership nor managing of TheBrickHouseFC and Franklin College. 

 

Q. Do you have to be a student to rent this house? 

A. No, However, the house is best suited for students or roommates. 

 

Q. How much is rent?

A. Rate not available for 2028. Utilities are not included; tenants are responsible for those costs.  

 

Q. Is the house furnished? 

A. No. We provide a refrigerator, stove/oven, washer, and dryer. The rest is up to the tenants. 

 

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Q. Do you have references available? 

A. Yes! We have current and previous tenants who would be happy to share their experiences with you. 

 

Q. Do you rent by the bedroom or by the entire house? 

A. Currently, the entire house. However, a group of four or more students may have separate leases if preferred. 

 

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Q. How long is the lease? 

A. One year. Shorter terms leases may be available at a higher monthly rent. 

 

Q. How do lease payments and utility payments work? 

A. Lease payments are paid in monthly installments and due by the first of the month for the upcoming months. Utility payments are paid by tenants. 

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Q. Can I pay rent and utilities electronically? 

A. Yes, by Venmo. You may also be able to have your bank issue a check from their bill pay portal but remember that rent payment is due by the first of the month and is late if received after. 

 

Q. Can I rent the entire house? 

A. Yes.

 

Q. Are utilities included? 

A. No. 

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Q. Is cable TV included?

A. No. 

 

Q. Is there a dishwasher? 

A. No.

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Q. Is parking available? 

A. Free parking is available in the driveway. Five average-sized cars fit in the driveway with careful parking. Per city ordinance, there is no parking in the grass. 

 

Q. Are a washer and dryer provided? 

A. Yes. You will need to provide laundry detergent and other needed supplies. Tenants are responsible for cleaning out the lint trap after each load in the dryer. 

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Q. Is the security deposit refundable? 

A. Yes, less any outstanding charges, repairs, and cleaning the full security deposit is refundable upon successful completion of the lease. 

 

Q. Who is responsible for cleaning the inside of the house?

A. The house is professionally cleaned before new tenants move in. Once tenants move in it is their responsibility to clean while living there. Tenants do need to clean prior to moving out and repair any damage. 

 

Q. Who is responsible for mowing grass and shoveling snow? 

A. Tenants. 

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