As real estate agents continue to look for some excellent ideas to attract college students looking for off campus housing in college towns, here are some landscaping ideas that will impress your student renters to visit your property before they go anywhere else. Maybe even share the property on their social media accounts such as Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook. The first thing that your renters will notice is the front exterior of the building. Keeping the front picturesque of the apartment complex is very crucial to renting your apartment to students looking for a home that is off campus but still walking distance to classes. 

When renters are driving by, you want them to stop. And you can stop them by keeping the front clean. Like this apartment in Gainesville, by Trimark properties - a company specializing in Gainesville Apartments for students attending the University of Florida.

Starting with the front yard, what should you focus on first? Let's take a look at some low hanging fruits:

1.       The grass is greener on the other side.

Tuscana by Trimark Properties in Gainesville, FL

Not if you keep yours well maintained and trim. Grass will always be greener on your side! Remember, you're selling the apartment and not an experience in Savannah grasslands. The lawn must be well kept, trimmed and maintained. It should also look lush and welcoming. A well-manicured lawn must be watered to prevent the sun from drying it out. A professional landscaping company can help maintain the trimming and growth that looks just about perfect for student renters.

2. Plant trees for shade.

Arbor Lofts by Trimark Properties in Gainesville, FL

Trees add to the character of the property. Planting trees is not just great for the environment but is also aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The average college student is more environment-friendly than before and planting trees will help keep the grass green with moisture, provide shade and keep the sun away. Students looking for tranquility and peace will definitely opt for an apartment complex with trees and gardens over pool. Arbor lofts (as shown above) is a great example where grad students seeking UF off campus housing prefer this apartment complex over others due to its close proximity to the library, classes, Ben Hill Griffin stadium and midtown.

3. Install outdoor lighting.

Deco 39 by Trimark Properties in Gainesville, FL

Outdoor lighting in an off campus student housing complex is crucial for the safety of the students and also for adding accent to the building and the yard. Based on the placement of the lighting, it can make the apartment complex look very appealing to potential renters driving by at night and give a sense of security and beauty. The lights can also be installed to illuminate a path or a sidewalk.

4. Remember to keep it clean!

Savion Park by Trimark Properties in Gainesville, FL

Now that you have a well-manicured lawn, a well-lit apartment complex and beautiful flowers added to the property, keeping the property clean is imperative to getting renters. Dirt or grime can build up anywhere and should be kept clean on a regular basis. Renters don't want to see a messy apartment complex, and it will detract them from wanting to come to the apartment complex.

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