faq

Frequently Asked Questions

We do not have any applications or application fees. Our apartments are leased on a first come first serve basis. If you want it, and it’s available… it’s yours!
You can view video tours of all of our apartments right here on our website, but for an in person visit, simply call our office 213.748.4234 to make an appointment.
We recommend the following setups for our units, but you are welcome to contact us with your own ideas.
  • Studio – 1 Person
  • One bedroom – Up to 2
  • Two bedrooms – Up to 4
  • Three bedrooms – Up to 6
  • Four bedrooms – Up to 8
Leasing contracts run for 12 months that begin in August and end July 31st of the following year.
Rent is due on or before the 1st of every month.
You may either bring a check, money order, cashier’s check, or cash directly to our office or by leaving it in the “Office” drop box located at your building. You may also make a payment through our website with an e-check or credit card. Please make all checks payable to the name of your building and notate your unit number in the memo section.  
We do have a fully-furnished option with our apartments. Our fully-furnished package includes stylish furniture in the living room and bedroom. Packages consist of your choice of bed (1 queen or 2 twins), dresser with mirror, a night stand, dining table with 2 chairs, sofa, cocktail table, and 2 lamps. For additional furniture options please contact the office for more information.
Parking can be requested when you sign your lease. If we have spaces available, you will have the opportunity to lease a space for a set monthly fee. Each parking space is personally assigned, so no one but you may park in the space. While parking is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
The security deposit is typically equal to one month’s rent.  
We generally include the water and trash. Please check with the office to find out exactly what is covered at your specific building.
Setting up utilities is easy! Just call each of the companies below to set up an account and they will have everything turned on for you before you move in.
  • Department of Water and Power……… 800.342.5397
  • The Gas Company………………………….. 800.427.2200
  • Spectrum Cable……………….…………….. 888.892.2253
Upon move-in we will give each student a Welcome Packet with emergency and important contact numbers, lease information and reminders, USC campus map and academic schedule, local moving and storage companies, furniture stores and furniture rental companies, and other helpful information. You can also download a digital copy by clicking HERE.
Yes. All of our buildings have onsite washers and dryers available. All machines are coin operated. In need of some quarters??? …Feel free to stop by our office during normal business hours and we will be happy to make change for you.
We understand that issues can arise and we want you to know that we are available every day should something come up. From a plumbing matter to changing a light bulb, our maintenance team is unparalleled in the area and majority of requests are handled same day! To submit a maintenance request, please just send us an email, fill out the form on our website, stop by the office, or call us at 213.748.4234.
Yes. Please contact us in the office and we will be happy to provide you with the appropriate contact information.
We recommend that your packages be sent directly to our office located at 1102 W. 29th Street, Suite # 1, Los Angeles, CA 90007. We will sign for it and will send you an email as soon as it arrives. Packages are available for pick up during our normal office hours: M – F from 9AM -5PM.
A guarantor is a person, usually a parent or guardian, who agrees to back up your commitment to pay rent. If your rent is late or if any problems arise, your guarantor may be held legally responsible. We require all our tenants to have a guarantor. We do not require a notary to sign your guarantee form and typically no credit checks are done.
Yes! Whether you know someone who would like to take over your lease or you would like some help from us, we can help you facilitate a sublease. There is no fee to sublet your apartment, however, all subleases must be preapproved by management.
Unfortunately, we do not allow any pets.
Absolutely. We can also put your name on a waitlist for other students looking for roommates.
All of our units are leased as a whole, so there are no per bed charges. Although we do not assign roommates, if you are interested and we receive any calls for others students looking for the same housing option, we are happy to refer them directly to you.
BBQ and courtyard facilities are to be enjoyed by all CDI tenants. Per the leasing contract, tenants are responsible for the behavior of their guests, and therefore, guests may also use the facilities, but tenants should be aware that they will be held responsible for any damage or mess caused by the guest.
You can continue living with CDI Management and receive the same excellent service you have grown accustomed to. Check out all of the other properties we manage through our subsidiary, Linder & Associates, at www.PropManage.com and see available apartments in the area.