Frequently Asked Questions

How far of a walk is it to campus?

​The Colonial House is less than a five minute walk to campus.

What should I bring?

  • Cooking & Eating Utensils
  • Small Kitchen Appliances
  • Dishcloths, Towels, Hot Pads
  • Kitchen Garbage Can
  • Cleaning Supplies
  • High Efficiency Laundry Detergent
  • Standard Twin Bedding & Pillow
  • Plastic Mattress Cover (Mandatory)
  • Towels
  • Personal Toiletries
  • Toilet Plunger
  • Iron
  • Laundry Basket

How do I pay rent?

Online through your Colonial House account is the preferred payment method (there are no fees for paying online).

Payments can also be made in person using cash, credit card, money order, cashier’s check and personal check.

How do I receive my financial aid?

​Financial aid will not pay The Colonial House directly. The student is responsible for receiving their financial aid from their BYU-Idaho Student Account by working through BYU-Idaho's financial aid office and cashier's office, they can be reached at (208) 496-1600.

What are the move-in and move-out dates?

​These are listed on each contract that is signed. They can be viewed under your online account. The move-in date is the first date you can stay in your apartment. The move-out date is the last day to check-out of your apartment.

Do you offer storage?

​Yes!  We offer FREE storage for all of our current tenants.  Whether your leaving for a break between semesters or just need a place to store your suitcases, we have you covered.

What size are the beds?

​The beds are standard twin.

Will I have my own room?

​All of the apartments at The Colonial House are shared bedrooms (everyone will have a roommate).

How many people are there in an apartment?

​There are six people per apartment.

What is the mailing address?

​151 West 4th South, Apt. #____
Rexburg, ID 83440

Do I have to make a deposit payment every semester?

​No, if you have a future contract prior to the end of current semester you don’t have to pay again. If you do checkout without a future semester contract and then decide to live with us, you will need to make another deposit payment.

What if I have maintenance issues?

​In your online account go to the Maintenance Requests tab and enter a new request.

Can I put holes in the walls?

Push pins, command strips, and white sticky tack are allowed, however, if damage is done to the walls, fees will be applied to your account.

How big is the apartment?

​A standard apartment is approximately 1,050 square feet.