Off Campus Housing Resources

Bluefield State students should first ensure that they are in compliance with the Residency Policy.

The Bluefield State University Office of Student Activities provides the following information for students seeking housing opportunities in the local West Virginia and Virginia communities. Bluefield State University does not inspect, visit, or supervise properties listed nor do we endorse any particular properties. The Office of Student Activities recommends that prospective tenants exercise their own judgment when evaluating a prospective rental unit or landlord and inspect the housing unit personally before entering into a rental agreement.

APARTMENT & STORAGE OPPORTUNITIES IN THE LOCAL BLUEFIELD WEST VIRGINIA REGION

Christian Management Corporation
500 Thorn Street
Princeton, WV 24740
304-589-5789
www.christianmgt.com

Ridgecrest Apartments
100 Lewis Street
Bluefield, WV, 224701
304-323-1996
www.dcipm.com

Canterbury Court Apartments
2699 Horton Road
Bluefield, WV, 224701
304-323-3036
www.dcipm.com

Fincastle Farms
130 Barnwood Drive
Bluefield, WV 24605
304-320-7133
www.bluefieldrental.com

Cornerstone Realty
1712 Jefferson Street
Bluefield, WV 24701
304-327-6121
www.cornerstonerealty@frontier.net

Tremont Park Apartments
400 Tremont Park Circle
Bluewell, WV 24701
304-589-3186

Pauli Heights Apartments
230 Pauli Heights Place
Bluefield, WV 24701
304-327-0780

Kensington Court
2980 Big Laurel Highway
Bluefield, WV 24701
304-323-1996
www.dcipm.com

West Virginia Manor Apartments
415 Federal Street
Bluefield, WV 24701
304-325-3619
www.facebook.com/wvmanor

Bluestone Apartments
804 Bluerock Circle
Princeton, WV 24379
304-487-1020

RFPC Management
100 Carter Drive – 10
Princeton, WV 24740
304-899-9866
www.rfpcrental.managebuilding.com

Mercer-Tazwell County Board of Relators
1460 Main Street
Princeton, WV 24740
304-387-3443
www.usamls.net/mercercounty

Graham Manor Apartments
111 Thayer Street
Bluefield, WV 24701
276-322-5077

LOCAL PUBLIC STORAGE UNITS

Having a roommate can make off-campus housing much more affordable. Here are some tips to help you find a compatible roommate.

Where to Find Someone

• Social Media - You may consider using the Student Activities Facebook page as an avenue to advertise for potential roommates.
• Networking – Network through friends, classmates, clubs, and/or memberships.
• Advertise Around Campus – Public bulletin boards in the Student Union, academic buildings, and residence hall locations.

Things to Consider

How many people are allowed to live in your rental property?

How many people do you want to live with you?

Where do you prefer to study?

How do you like to spend free time?

What are you willing to pay for rent/utilities?

How long are you planning to live with this roommate?

Are you willing to put your name down on the lease and/or utilities?

How much do you (really) care about cleanliness?

What are you willing to share?

What do you expect from your roommate?

Questions to Ask Potential Roommates

How do you feel about sharing your personal belongings?

Would you describe yourself as organized or organized chaos?

What type of relationship are you looking for from a roommate?

What are your expectations of a roommate?

Are you a night owl or an early riser?

Do you have a car?

Do you smoke/drink?

How do you feel about overnight guests?

How reliable is your stream of income to pay for rent/utilities?