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Off Campus Student Housing in New Haven Connecticut

Billy Holcombe — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:01:21 +0000

Seramonte Apartments in Hamden Connecticut has become a very popular apartment community for students at Yale University, Quinnipiac University, Southern Connecticut State University, and Albertus Magnus College. The community’s convenient location, fabulous amenities, and creative leasing options for students have made Seramonte the top choice for off-campus housing.

Located less than two miles away from the City of New Haven, Seramonte’s enriched educational environment is complemented by theaters, museums, major medical facilities and a sparkling nightlife. Seramonte is also close to some of the best parks and golf courses in the area, including Sleeping Giant State Park and Laurel View and Meadow Brook golf courses. Plus, you’re minutes from I-95, I-91 and Route 15/Wilbur Cross Parkway.

Students have a few different options at Seramonte to save money and live comfortably. For example, Seramonte has a huge 4 bedroom floorplan that 4students can split for just $625 per room a month. In some situations, the community can pair up students looking for a roommate in order to help reduce the cost of the apartment . In these situations, students would have their own room and just share the common areas like the living room, kitchen, and bathroom with their roommate(s).

Another great community for students to consider is Montoya Apartments in Branford. Montoya is only minutes from Connecticut’s famed shoreline beaches and Branford’s quaint Town Center. Montoya offers sprawling, landscaped grounds in a peaceful setting with amenities such as central air conditioning, your own washer and dryer, spacious floor plans, 24/7 maintenance, and beautifully-kept grounds.

If you’re looking for an off campus apartment in the Hamden/ New Haven Area then be sure to check out Seramonte Apartments in Hamden or Montoya Apartments in Branford. For more information, please visit www.CTBestApts.com.

Stamford Apartments Convenient to UBS, GE, and RBS

Billy Holcombe — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:05:43 +0000

A short commute to work everyday can save you precious minutes that can be spent on other things you actually enjoy. For people that work in Stamford, there are a variety of great options when it comes to living close to work. Many of the best apartments in Stamford can be found near UBS, GE, and RBS including Hoyt Bedford Apartments, Morgan Manor, and The Townhouse.

These communities are close to I-95 and the Merritt Parkway and convenient to a myriad of entertainment options, including the quaint shops and restaurants of Bedford Street. These in-town Stamford apartments offer unique layouts as outstanding as their surroundings.

If you are looking to make a move to Stamford then now is the time with most communities filling up quick for the summer. To see more apartment options in Stamford and Connecticut, visit www.CTBestApts.com.

Arts and Crafts on Bedford Street returns for its sixth year

Billy Holcombe — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:41:34 +0000

Stamford Downtown is the place to be on September 25 & 26, 2010 when “Arts & Crafts on Bedford Street” returns for its sixth year. Residents at Hoyt Bedford Apartments in Stamford are encouraged to attend this FREE event featuring Fine Arts and Contemporary Crafts. Over 80 craft and artisan boutiques will be open on Bedford Street along with restaurants with extended sidewalk cafes.

The event is rain or shine and will be open the following hours:

Sat, September 25, 2010 (11AM- 8:30PM)
Sun, September 26, 2010 (11AM-6PM)

For more information on the event, visit www.stamford-downtown.com

Networking in Branford Connecticut

Billy Holcombe — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:03:03 +0000

The Branford Chamber of Commerce will be holding a “Business After Hours” networking event at Nellie Green’s Restaurant in Branford on August 31, 2010 from 5:30- 7:30PM. If you’re looking to network and meet new business professionals in the community then you will not want to miss this event.

In addition to great networking, Nellie Green’s serves delicious food and features beautiful views of the Branford River. The event is just around the corner from Montoya Apartments in Branford so residents interested in networking are encouraged to attend. The price to attend the event is $12 for pre-registered Branford Chamber members, $15 at the door for members, and $20 for non-members. Nellie Green’s Restaurant is located at 50 Maple Street in Branford.

Stamford Restaurant Weeks Begins on August 22nd

Billy Holcombe — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 10:29:18 +0000

Many of Downtown Stamford’s top restaurants will be offering special prix fixe lunch & dinner menus between August 22- September 5 for the 2010 Stamford Summer Restaurant Weeks. Prix fixe lunch prices range from $10.10- $20.10 and dinner prices range from $15.10- $30.10 depending on restaurant.

Some of the restaurants participating this year include Aria Restaurant, Barcelona Restaurant & Wine Bar, Chez Jean Pierre, The Capital Grille, EOS Grek Cuisine, and Mitchell’s Fish Market to name a few. For a list of all participating restaurants, menus, and pricing then please click here.

Many of Stamford’s best apartments are just steps away from many of these restaurants including Hoyt Bedford, Morgan Manor, and The Townhouse. If you are looking for an apartment community in or around Downtown Stamford then visit www.CTBestApts.com.

Cultural Activities in Hamden, CT

Billy Holcombe — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:32:51 +0000

Hamden, Connecticut is not only a great place to work and visit, it is also a wonderful place to live. There are so many fantastic cultural activities located within or near the city with top museums, exhibits, theaters, and historic sites in close proximity. If you are looking for something to do in the area then here is a list of great places worth checking out:

ART GALLERIES: Located just minutes from Hamden, Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut houses some of the finest art that you will find in the United States. Here are a few galleries to see:

MUSEUMS:

HISTORIC SITES:

Eli Whitney Barn

THEATER:

There is no better time than now to live in Hamden, Connecticut. If you are considering a move then be sure to check out Seramonte Apartments in Hamden or Montoya Apartments in Branford. Both communities will put you in the center of so many activities while giving you the freedom to just sit back and relax in your comfortable home. For a listing of more apartment communities in Connecticut, visit www.CTBestApts.com.

Quinnipiac University Featured in Princeton Review’s “Best 373 Colleges”

Billy Holcombe — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 13:11:23 +0000

Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut received high praise from The Princeton Review’s new 2011 college guide, ”The Best 373 Colleges.” The University was named as one of the country’s best institutions for undergraduate education.

Quinnipiac is located just minutes from Seramonte Apartments in Hamden, CT and Montoya Apartments in Branford, CT. Both communities offer spacious apartments perfectly situated for students at Quinnipiac. For a limited time, Seramonte has 4 bedroom apartments for only $625/ month per roommate if 4 students live in the apartment ($2,500/month total).

To view Quinnipiac’s profile from The Princeton Review, please click here. If you are looking for student housing near Quinnipiac then be sure to check out www.CTBestApts.com.

Move In August, Pay No Rent Until September

Billy Holcombe — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 15:59:37 +0000

Seramonte Apartments in Hamden, Connecticut is offering a fantastic move in special for the month of August. For a limited time, renters who lease an apartment in August and move in before the end of the month will pay no rent until September on select homes!

Seramonte is conveniently located on Mix Avenue in Hamden close to shopping, parks, tennis, walking trails, entertainment and all major transportation. Less than two miles away, the culturally diverse flavors of the City of New Haven beckon. The enriched educational environment is complemented by theaters, museums, major medical facilities and a sparkling nightlife.

Seramonte is also close to some of the best parks and golf courses in the area, including Sleeping Giant State Park and Laurel View and Meadow Brook golf courses. Plus, you’re minutes from I-95, I-91 and Route 15/Wilbur Cross Parkway.

For more information on Seramonte, call 203-281-0001 or visit www.ctbestapts.com. Seramonte is located at 1 Kaye Plaza, Hamden, CT, 06514.

Housing options in Stamford Connecticut

Billy Holcombe — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 20:25:13 +0000

Stamford is the 4th largest city in Connecticut and one of the most desirable places to live with fantastic cultural activities, great shopping, fun entertainment, and unmatched proximity to New York City. With such a desirable location, it can often be challenging to find an available apartment near downtown. Luckily for you though, some of Stamford’s best apartment communities now have a few available apartments for a limited time.

The Townhouse Apartments located at 65-77 Prospect Street has a few studio apartments available and also offer 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floorplans. The two beautifully landscaped high-rise apartment buildings of The Townhouse Apartments surround a contemporary atrium, creating a peaceful escape near Bedford Street shopping, the Stamford Town Center and within walking distance of major corporate offices. These in-town Stamford apartments offer unique layouts as outstanding as their surroundings.

Another great option is Hoyt Bedford located at 98-140 Hoyt Street in Stamford. Hoyt Bedford’s gracious Georgian-style apartments complement the natural beauty of Stamford, Connecticut while placing you within walking distance of UBS, RBS, the Connecticut Supreme Court building and GE corporate offices.

Lastly, Morgan Manor Apartments takes downtown living to new heights by providing the best of both worlds: spacious, high-rise apartment living within walking distance of UBS, RBS, Summer Street, The Tully Medical Center and GE corporate offices, set in the serenity of the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Though the nearby attractions of downtown Stamford, CT beckon, you may want to stay at home to enjoy the professionally landscaped courtyard or the state-of-the-art fitness center.

For more information on these communities, please visit www.CTBestApts.com or visit the leasing office at 112 Hoyt Street, Stamford, CT 06905.

New Farmers Market Opens in Norwalk

Billy Holcombe — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:40:08 +0000

The Norwalk Health Department will be holding a Farmer’s Market every Wednesday from 1-4PM beginning July 28th. The farmers market will take place in the Norwalk Health Department parking lot located at 137 East Avenue and include some of the best fresh, local produce from around the area.

The weekly farmer’s market will be a welcome addition to the community and just a short drive away for residents living at Morningside Gardens Apartments in Norwalk. Located just 2 miles from the farmer’s market, Morningside Gardens offers a place to call home in the vibrant seaport community of Norwalk, CT. Its convenient location makes it easy to travel to anywhere in Fairfield County.