PRE-EVALUATION FAQS

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General Information FAQs

To Speak With the Old Town Place Property Manager
Old Town Place Contact Information
To View the Property and Unit(s)
Location
Directions
Public Transportation
Personal Security

Specific Apartment & Studio FAQs

From the Management; Advantages of Living at Old Town Place
Monthly Rental Rates & Charges
Utilities
Guests
Building and Property
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Furnishings
Telephone
Computers
Housekeeping
Sports Equipment
Miscellaneous FAQs; Laundry, Parking, Pets, Mailbox, Etc.

Miscellaneous FAQs

Planning Assistance From Old Town Place

General FAQs

To Speak With the Old Town Place Property Manager

Please follow these 3 Steps:

Step 1

Submit a Reservation Request Form from our web site. The information you provide will help us to better assist you. Due to the high volume of calls, we prefer that you do not call our office until you have received a Confirmation Email reply to your request.

Step 2

Wait for a Confirmation Email reply from the property manager.

Step 3

Old Town Place is eager to assist you after you have received a Confirmation Email. Should you still have unanswered questions that you think cannot be handled by email, then please contact our property manager by telephone at +1.858.490.6282

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Old Town Place Contact Information

What is the Manager's Telephone number? Fax number? Email address?

Telephone: +.1.858.490.6282

Fax: +.1.858.490.6282

Email: info@oldtownplace.com

What is Old Town Place's business mailing address?

Old Town Place business mailing address

Old Town Place
PO Box 120093
San Diego, CA 92112 USA

What is Old Town Place's street address?

Old Town Place street address
2377-2383 Jefferson Street
San Diego, CA 92110

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Viewing the Property

How can I schedule an appointment to view the property with a Property Manager?

We strive to answer all of your questions through our website, including having you see what the units and property look like using photos throughout this website. To create your personal virtual tour of Old Town Place, please view our Floor Plans & Photos web page.

If you are in San Diego and you think it is necessary to schedule an appointment to view the property, then we will gladly give you a personal tour of the property. An appointment may be scheduled with the Property Manager either by telephone or email.

Note: We require notice of at least one day to schedule a viewing of any apartment common area or studio that is currently occupied. Out of respect for the residents' privacy, we never show occupied bedrooms.

What are Old Town Place's property viewing hours?

Call for appointment: +.1.858.490.6282

What are Old Town Place's business hours?

Call for appointment: +.1.858.490.6282

Do I need to be interviewed in person to be considered for a space at Old Town Place?

No. Old Town Place only requires that you submit a Reservation Request Form. You will be evaluated according to the information that you provide in your application.

Financially, you will be required to pay a 2-in-1 Holding & Security/Damage Deposit, your first month of rent and any applicable fees. No credit check is required.

Note: For couples and traveling companions: Each prospective resident must submit a separate Reservation Request Form.

Can Old Town Place mail me a printed brochure about the property?

No. If you need a printed brochure, click here and download our e-brochure.

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Location

Where is Old Town Place located?

Old Town Place is Centrally Located:

• The Main Street of Old Town – two blocks
• Old Town State Park entrance - five blocks
• Presidio Mission “oldest church in California” – five blocks
• University of San Diego – one mile
• Qualcomm Stadium - three miles
• ention Center – four miles
• a Park & museums – five miles
• Diego Zoo - five miles
• World – two miles
• town: Gaslamp District & Horton Plaza Mall – four miles
• Diego Bay - four miles
• hes - fifteen minutes by car
• na, Mexico – twenty minutes by car

Town Place is close to Sports & Exercise Facilities:

• Hiking in the Presidio Mission trails – five blocks
• Mountain biking San Diego River Estuary Preserve – half mile
• Basketball court at the Parent Learning Center- across the street
• Old Town Municipal Golf Course – five blocks
• Mission Bay Water Park – jet skiing & sailing on San Diego Bay - one mile
• Pacific Ocean: beach, surfing, body boarding – fifteen minutes by car
• Skateboard parks - one and two miles
• Ocean Beach Pier – three miles (no fees, fishing license or ID required)
• Deep sea charter boats at H & M Landing - four miles
• Rob Field: soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, gym, etc. – two miles
• Swimming lap pool at the Point Loma YMCA – two miles

How close is Old Town Place to the Gaslamp District?

We are 4 miles from the nightlife of the popular Gaslamp District. Just a short drive away, you can take a taxi for $8 - $10 each way (tip included) or take the Trolley for $1.50 round trip.

How close is Old Town Place to the nearest beach(es)?

The nearest beach is Ocean Beach. You can get there in 15 minutes by car or 30 minutes by bike. The nearest "party surfing beach" is Mission Beach. You can get there in 20 minutes by car.

How close is Old Town Place to the downtown business and financial district?

Old Town Place is located by I-5 which provides direct access to the downtown business and financial district. We are also within a few blocks from the Transit Center from where you can take either a trolley or bus.

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Directions

How far is Old Town Place from my university, college, school or internship? And how do I get there from Old Town Place?

Directions to Old Town Place from anywhere in San Diego?

You can get directions to Old Town Place from anywhere in the city by going to the Directions page of this website.

Directions to Old Town Place from the San Diego International airport?

If you are taking a taxi, follow these 3 Steps:

Step 1

Hiring a taxi is the least expensive way to get from the airport to Old Town Place. Be sure to print the map route located on our Directions page before you leave home.

Step 2

At the airport, give your driver the map route. Ask the driver to take you to 2377 Jefferson Street. Old Town Place is on Jefferson Street between Ampudia and Arista Streets.

Step 3

Have the driver follow this exact route.

If you are renting a car, use the map route on our Directions web page.

To move-in, where do I park the car to unload my luggage?

Old Town place has free parking for residents in front of the building in which you are staying. There are 2 driveways: one next to the house and one next to the apartment building.

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Public Transportation

What public transportation facilities are near Old Town Place?

Residents of Old Town Place can experience the best public transportation that San Diego has to offer. Six blocks from your front door is a the San Diego Transit Center. Train, trolley and bus lines converge at this major hub for the San Diego transit system.

Old Town Place has excellent transit access:

• San Diego Transit Center (transit hub): trolley, city bus and Amtrak train – five blocks
• I-5 & I-8 freeways – two blocks
• 163 & 94 highways – three miles
• San Diego International Airport - four miles
• Greyhound bus station – four miles
• Attention SDSU students: There is service to San Diego State University using the Green Trolley Line. Inquire about discounted student monthly passes.
• Attention UCSD students: The free UCSD Shuttle service has a stop 6-blocks away at the San Diego Transit Center.

How much does it cost to take the San Diego Trolley?

The cost to ride the trolley depends on where in the city you want to go. For example: To go anywhere in the downtown area costs $2.50 round trip. You can go to Mexico for about $6 round trip. Monthly passes may be purchased for $60 and include unlimited bus and trolley travel.

How much does it cost to take the city bus?

A bus ticket costs $1.75 - $2.25. This includes one transfer to another bus line if needed. Monthly passes may be purchased for $60 and include unlimited bus and trolley travel. The bus is very economical, but it will take much longer to reach your destination by bus than by car.

Where can I buy weekly or monthly San Diego trolley & City bus passes?

Go to the "Transit Store" located at 102 Broadway on the corner of Broadway & First Avenue (13 blocks from Old Town Place). The telephone number is +1.619.234.1060. Other locations that sell transit passes are: the Check Cashin Place (5th& Broadway), Ralph's Supermarket (1st & G) and Longs Drugs (Horton Plaza). You may also purchase passes from the "eStore" on the San Diego Transit website: www.sdcommute.com.

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Personal Security

Do the units and property have secure keyed locks?

Yes. The front doors to all apartments security deadbolt locks. All common areas and the backyard have resident-only keyed gate access. Upon moving in, you will be issued a complete set of keys.

Do the bedroom doors have secure keyed locks?

Yes. Your bedroom door can only be locked and unlocked by you. (And rarely by our staff with 24-hour notice or in case of an emergency.)

I might be walking a lot in the area, how safe is the neighborhood?

Old Town Place is located in an urban setting. You should always keep personal safety in mind when walking through any city, especially if you are alone.

However, San Diego is a very friendly place with little street crime. Old Town Place is surrounded by major hotels that have private security, cameras and well-lighted areas.

If you are in San Diego, we encourage you to stop by Old Town Place and see for yourself.

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Specific Apartment and Studio FAQs

Advantages of Living at Old Town Place

What are the immediate financial advantages of living at Old Town Place?

Old Town Place is suited for monthly study/work abroad travelers. We know that affordable budget travel for scholars and interns starts with accommodations. That is why part of our service to you from the beginning is to make it easy to afford to move into Old Town Place. Therefore we offer:

• A low 2-in-1 Holding & Security/Damage deposit of $250
• No last month of rent paid up front
• No rent payment until you arrive at Old Town Place
• No application fee
• Unlike our furnished housing competitors, Old Town Place does not charge rent by the week. We charge Flat Monthly Rental Rates for a full month's stay. This means you pay rent from the first day of the month to the first day of the following month - regardless if there are 28 or 31 days.
  
  For example: There are 4.3 weeks (31 days) in the month of May. Our competitors will have you pay 4 weeks (28 days) plus 3 days/nights of rent. Instead Old Town Place will have you pay a Flat Monthly Rental Rate for a full month of rent.
  

Are there flexible commitment advantages of moving into Old Town Place?

• You must commit to live at Old Town Place for a minimum of one month. Your continued stay will be on a month-to-month basis.
  
  
• Old Town Place has a very flexible move-in and move-out policy. We do not require you to move-in on the first day of the month or move-out on the first day of the following month. We allow you to move-in and move-out on any day of the month. Nearly all other apartments in San Diego will require you to move-in and move-out strictly on the first day of the month.

  Note: You can move-out on any day of the month for any reason, as long as you provide the manager with 30-days notice.

• Old Town Place is a month-to-month residence. This allows for both short-term and long-term residents. If you are moving to San Diego, Old Town Place offers you a place to stay while you get settled in San Diego - while you get oriented and find a permanent residence. You can stay as long as you would like. We only require that a 30-day notice of your move-out date be given to the Manager.

Budget planning advantages of living at Old Town Place?

The cost of living in San Diego is one of the most expensive in the United States. All of the following conveniences at Old Town Place make it easier for you to stay within your budget while living in San Diego.

• The convenience of Old Town Place paying all of your bills! There is no need for you to pay multiple bills.
• No tracking due dates of when to pay your utility bills.
• No worrying about whether your roommates are going to be late paying the rent or utility bills every month. You are not at risk if your roommates cannot pay their rent.
• Because you pay an all-inclusive rental rate you are not subject to monthly increases or variances in your utility bills and phone charges. The only months that you will pay a set Energy Surcharge Fee in addition to your rent are the months of November-April (during which time you will be supplied with a space heater.)

Is there a sense of community at Old Town Place?

Yes. All Old Town Place residents are internationally like-minded and of the same general age group.

Old Town Place Is Intimate And Personal

• Only 9 apartment units
• Total occupancy of 27 residents
• Comfortable community for making new friends

Old Town Place Is A Fun "One Big Family" Environment

• Gathering are in the backyard and on the deck areas (with views of downtown)
• Resident-organized outings: festivals, beach BBQ's and more
• Resident-organized trips: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Mexico and more

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Monthly Rental Rates & Charges

What are Old Town Place's monthly rental rates?

Please review our Rates web page.

Does my monthly rent cover all charges for staying at Old Town Place?

Rental rates are all-inclusive. Please review our Features web page.

There is a one-time Move-In Fee of $125 that each resident pays when they move into Old Town Place. This is to cover the costs of creating your resident account and for the cleaning of your bedroom when you move-out.

What is included with the rental of a studio space or private bedroom?

Please review our Features web page.

Can a couple or two friends share (live in) one private bedroom?

As a general policy, Old Town Place does not allow couples or two friends traveling together to live in one private bedroom in any shared apartment. A couple or traveling companions may share a studio. Occasionally (on a case-by-case basis) we do make short and even long-term exceptions. Please refer to the FAQs below.

When does Old Town Place make a short- term exception allowing two people to share a private bedroom?

For up to four weeks, couples or two companions traveling together can share any size private bedroom in any apartment that is available while waiting for a studio to become vacant. All Visitor Fees apply to the couple/companions. On average, these fees range from $100 to $200 per month more than the one-person occupancy rental rate. If relevant, these fees will be prorated according to the move-in date to the bedroom and transfer date to the studio.

A couple or two friends traveling together that are sharing a private bedroom will be asked to relocate to a studio or elsewhere as soon as possible, if there are any objections about two people living in one bedroom from your other roommates.

Note: Each person must submit a separate Reservation Request Form, pay a separate $250 Security/Damage Deposit and sign a separate rental agreement.

When does Old Town Place make a long-term exception allowing two people to share a private bedroom?

Typically we make a long-term exception for a couple, and usually not for two friends traveling together. We only make this exception for occupancy of the large bedrooms with double/full beds in one of the 2-bedroom apartments. All Visitor Fees apply. On average, these fees range from $100 to $200 per month more than the one-person occupancy rental rate. If relevant, these fees will be prorated according to your actual move-in date.

A couple that is sharing a private bedroom will be asked to relocate to a studio or elsewhere as soon as possible, if there are any objections about two people living in one bedroom from your other roommates.

Note: Each person must submit a separate Reservation Request Form, pay a separate $250 Security/Damage Deposit and sign a separate rental agreement.

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Utilities

Do I pay anything for the utilities (electricity, gas, water, cable TV, telephone, Internet)?

No. Your rent includes all these utilities.

Note: During the cooler months, there is the optional use of a space heater. An additional monthly Energy Surcharge may be added to your rent bill as follows: Winter (December through March) = $35 ; Fall/Spring (November & April) = $25

Besides utilities, what else is directly included in my rent?

Your rent also includes weekly housekeeping of common areas and computer printing on a networked printer. Old Town Place also replaces your light bulbs when they burn out.

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Guests

Can I have friends and family stay with me in my room?

Our residents expect to share their living space with a set number of people. Therefore, Old Town Place limits the number of guests a resident may have staying with them in their bedroom or studio to one guest at a time. Each guest may stay up to a maximum of 1 week with not more than 2 guests allowed within a 2-month period.

A $25.00 Guest Fee per guest (per visit) will be charged to you to pay for additional utility costs. Should you require an air-bed, one can be set up with bed and bath linens by Newport Place staff for a fee of $25.00.

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Building and Property

Can you tell me more about the property?

Please review our Home web page.

How many stories tall is Old Town Place?

Old Town Place is comprised of 2 separate buildings: a one-story house and a two-story 3-unit apartment building. All units are accessed from the outside of the building via the ground floor or by going up one flight of stairs to the second floor.

Do the apartments have private entrances?

Each apartment at Old Town Place has a private entrance. To learn more about the entrances, please refer to the physical descriptions of all our units located on the Floor Plans & Photos web page.

Note: There are five apartment bedrooms at Old Town Place that have their own private entrance. They are: 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B.

What size are the bedrooms?

Old Town Place offers large, medium and small bedrooms. When you submit your Reservation Request Form, indicate which size bedroom you can afford. We will try our best to meet your needs upon your arrival. If the specific room you request is not available, we will place your name on the waiting list for that room.

Please refer to our bedroom descriptions and their corresponding rental rates located on our Rates web page.

How large are the apartments and the house?

The apartments and house at Old Town Place all have different sized living areas. The floor plan of each unit is unique unto itself although all bedrooms have the same basic amenities such as cable TV, a desktop computer, etc. Please refer to our Floor Plans & Photos web page.

How much closet space will I have?

Bedrooms have either built-in closets,wardrobe closets or contemporary metal wardrobe systems that can be moved and adjusted to fit your needs. Studios have wardrobe closets.

In general, the residents at Old Town Place are staying in San Diego on a temporary basis. Therefore, we offer clothes storage with suitcase/backpack traveling in mind. However if you need more storage space, there is bulk-storage space available for rent in the locked basement of the building.

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Kitchen

Do the kitchens have everything needed to cook?

Yes. All Old Town Place units have full kitchens. Each kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, blender, rice cooker, garbage disposal, pots and pans, cooking utensils, cutlery, dishes and glassware.

Are the kitchens in the apartments and house shared?

There is one kitchen in each apartment and the house. You share the kitchen only with the (one, two or three) roommate(s) that live in your apartment or house.

Can I have a private kitchen?

You must rent an entire apartment (rarely possible) for yourself.

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Bathrooms

Are the bathrooms shared?

There is one bathroom in each apartment and studio. You share the bathroom only with the (one, two or three) roommate(s) that live in your apartment or studio.

Can I have a private bathroom?

You must rent an entire apartment (rarely possible) or rent an entire studio for yourself.

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Furnishings

Are Old Town Place's apartments and house furnished or unfurnished?

Old Town Place provides fully furnished, contemporary styled apartments. Each apartment includes: utilities, local telephone service, cable TV, stereo, desktop computer, wireless Internet access, bed linens & towels, and a full kitchen with appliances & utensils.

Does Old Town Place offer any unfurnished apartments?

No. We do not offer any unfurnished units.

Can you tell me more about the furnishings?

Please refer to our Features web page. You may also see photos of the apartment and house interiors on the Floor Plans & Photos web page.

What sort of furniture do you have to buy, if you want to share an apartment or studio?

You do not need to buy any furniture. All the furniture you need is provided for you.

Can I move my own furniture into a private bedroom?

In general, you cannot move furniture into a bedroom or studio. The exceptions to this policy are: small plants, desktop computers, stereos and other small personal electronics. If you need storage space for personal furnishings, there is locked, bulk-storage space available on the property.

Does Old Town Place provide bed linens and towels?

Yes. One set of linens and towels will be provided to you. The full set includes: mattress pad, full set of sheets, 1 pillow with pillow liner and coverf, 2 blankets, 1 bath towel, 1 hand towel, 1 wash cloth. It is your responsibility to have your linens and towels laundered.

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Telephone

Is there any additional cost for telephone service?

No. Telephone service is included in your rent. Your apartment/house's telephone service includes: a private phone line for your apartment/studio only, all incoming calls and FREE outgoing local calls.

Old Town Place uses cable telephone service. This service is superior to standard local telephone service. It has an expanded free local toll call range three-times wider than the local telephone company.

How do I make domestic or international long distance telephone calls?

You may use a phone card to make domestic and international long distance calls from your apartment/studio's telephone. Phone cards can be purchased nearby for $5-$10.

Can I use the telephone in my bedroom?

Yes. Every Unit includes one extended range 900 mega hertz cordless telephone. The phone can be taken into your bedroom for privacy. Your phone's extended range will also allow you to roam a short distance outside your apartment/house.

When I want to receive calls, can I answer the telephone myself?

Yes. The telephone in your apartment/house is a private line for your unit only. When the phone rings, you or your roommates are the only ones who can answer it. In case you miss a call, there is an answering machine connected to the phone.

Is there an answering machine where my family can leave messages for me?

Your family and friends can leave messages for you on the answering machine connected to the telephon. They may leave their message for you in the language of their choice.

Where is the telephone located in my apartment or studio?

Most cordless telephone base stations with answering machines are located next to the desktop computer in your apartment's living area. The telephone in the house is located located in the living room.

Do I have a private handset in my bedroom?

No. You do not have a private handset in your bedroom. There is one shared telephone handset for each apartment/studio.

What if I want to request a personal/private telephone number?

This is not possible. We do not provide personal/private telephone numbers. Also, you are not allowed to install your own telephone service. If you must have a personal/private telephone, many residents choose to have their own mobile phones.

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Computers

Can you tell me more about Old Town Place's desktop computers, Broadband high speed cable Internet (DSL) and wireless network, printers, etc?

The house and each apartment is furnished with a 1.7 MG or faster desktop PC which has a floppy drive, CD-ROM and at least 10 GB of hard disk space. The computers run on a Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system. Each computer is networked to one ink jet printer that is located in the laundry room. All of our computers are connected to DSL Internet or wireless Internet. If you have your own computer, our secure wireless Internet network may be accessed using a wireless network card.

Are the desktop computers seen in your web site photos the actual computers that are in the units?

Yes. The house and each apartment has a PC workstation like those shown in the photos.

Where is the ink jet printer located?

The printer is located in the laundry room . All of the units' computers are networked to the printer.

Can I use the ink jet printer with my laptop or personal desktop?

Yes, you may log on to the wireless network to print files from your computer.

If I have my own laptop or desktop (all other mobile computing devices included), can I connect to Old Town Place's Wi-Fi Internet access system?

Yes. Using most 802.11b Wi-Fi manufacturer brands you can access our Wi-Fi system. Old Town Place's Wi-Fi system is made by LinkSys.

If you have a laptop you must have a compatible Wi-Fi 802.11b PCMCIA card. For desktops you must have a compatible internal card or external 802.11b USB Wi-Fi access point.

Can I rent or buy a Wi-Fi laptop card or desktop access point from Old Town Place?

No. If you need a laptop card or desktop access point, you can buy a card or access point for about $50 to $75 from most computer or office stores in San Diego.

What do I do to access the Old Town Place Wi-Fi system?

When you move-in, you will be provided with the instructions and access codes for the wireless network.

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Air Conditioning and Heating

Does Old Town Place have air conditioning?

No. Old Town Place does not have air conditioning. Instead, every room (except #1C)in the buildings has a ceiling fan. This is standard practice for rental properties and private homes throughout coastal San Diego. Old Town Place is inside the Pacific Coastal zone where cool ocean breezes and a marine layer typically keep temperatures very compfortable at 60-75 degrees Farenheit. This also helps us to conserve energy and keep our rental rates affordable. h

Does Old Town Place have heating?

Yes. During the coolest months of the year (November through April), one space heater will be distributed to each bedroom. Also during these months Old Town Place will be add a Winter Energy Surcharge to your rent.

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Housekeeping and Laundry

Is there maid service?

Yes. Old Town Place provides bi-monthly (every other week) cleaning to all common areas (kitchen, living rooms and bathrooms). The cleaning of your bedroom is your responsibility.

The maid usually cleans your unit on the same day each week - the day of the week depends on which unit.

Is washing my linens (sheets, blankets, pillow and towels) included with the weekly housekeeping?

No. The washing of all of the linens provided to you by Old Town Place is not included with the weekly housekeeping. You are responsible for washing your own linens.

Where can I do my laundry?

Old Town Place has one laundry room located in the back of apartment building. The entrance is on the ground level, off the driveway. There are 2 washing machines and 2 dryers. The machines are coin-operated and require multiple quarters ($0.25). Old Town Place does not supply laundry detergent.

Can I to request have my bedroom and linens cleaned by the maid?

No. The maid working for Old Town Place is very busy and has a specific cleaning schedule to follow. You may hire your own cleaning professional to clean your bedroom.

Are there cleaning supplies that I can use?

Each unit is supplied with an electric floor vacuum (that works great on wood floors), as well as a broom and dust pan. Other cleaning supplies (dish soap, multi-purpose cleaners, sponges and paper towels) are your responsibility.

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Bicycles

Does Old Town Place have bicycles that I can use?

Yes. Old Town Place provides free use of bicycles to residents. At anytime, you may use any of the designated bicycles located in the bicycle rack in the backyard. We only require that you keep the bicycles locked (using the locks provided) when you are not riding them.

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Parking

Do you have parking?

Yes. Old Town Place has FREE off-street parking besides the building in which you are staying.

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Pets

Do you allow pets?

Sorry. No pets of any kind are allowed at Old Town Place. No cats, dogs, reptiles, rodents, birds, fish, or any other animals or insects are allowed in Old Town Place. However, you can have small potted plants.

The only exception will be for residents who require the service of an assistive animal.

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Mail

Do I have a private mailbox?

Each unit has its own mail box and its own address. You and your roommates share the mail box and address. You and each of your roommates has a key to this private and secure mailbox.

What is my mailing address?

If you live in the house, your mailing address will be:

(Your name)

2377 Jefferson Street

San Diego, CA 92110

USA

If you live in an apartment, your mailing address will be:

(Your name)

2383 Jefferson Street, # (your unit number)

San Diego, CA 92110

USA

Where is the nearest Post Office?

There is a Post Office located 1/2 mile away on Midway Drive. Midway Post Office

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Miscellaneous FAQs

Planning Assistance From Old Town Place

We are eager to assist our current and confirmed residents with any issue at anytime. But as a small family-owned business, we are not able to answer the huge daily volume of assistance requests from prospective residents.

Please read the answers to the following common questions before contacting Old Town Place.

Can you help me find somewhere else to live?

If you want to stay at Old Town Place but will be arriving one day or more before a space is available, we often recommend a local youth hostel, or several affordable hotels/motels in the area. In this instance, we only provide alternative lodging assistance to people who have placed a Holding & Security/Damage Deposit in order to hold their reservation or to have their name put on the Paid Waiting List.

Can you recommend a language school in San Diego?

There are many fine language schools, colleges and universities in San Diego - several of which are located near Old Town Place. Many of them refer their students to Old Town Place. We are not school representatives. To find a list of quality local language schools go to our Preferred Educators web page.

Is Old Town Place affiliated with a university or school?

No. Not directly. Old Town Place is a privately owned and operated business that offers extended stay furnished housing.

Is it better to rent or buy a used car?

To rent or buy a used car depends on how long you will be in San Diego. To buy a reliable used car worthy of driving will cost at least $2,000 - $4,000 dollars. You could have trouble selling it when you want to leave town. Instead, you might want to consider renting a student rental car by the month. Rentals are about $450 per month with insurance.

Can you help me find a rental car agency?

Yes. For our residents, Old Town Place has negotiated substantial car rental discounts with a nearby agency.

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