UniversityHaus converts underutilized hotel rooms into fully furnished, all‑inclusive housing for students and short‑term professionals. The platform provides month‑to‑month leases that bundle utilities, high‑speed internet, weekly housekeeping and on‑site amenities, managed through an online dashboard that also supports group‑rate contracts for internship cohorts.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
College students and short‑term professionals often struggle to find off‑campus housing that aligns with academic or internship schedules, offers hotel‑grade amenities, and includes all utilities in a single, flexible lease. Traditional rental markets can be inflexible, require long commitments, and lack the convenience of on‑site services that support a busy student lifestyle.
Solution
UniversityHaus addresses this gap by converting underutilized hotel rooms into dedicated student and professional housing units across major U.S. cities. The platform negotiates partnerships with hotels to provide fully furnished suites that include private bathrooms, high‑speed internet, weekly housekeeping, and access to on‑site amenities such as gyms, pools, and communal spaces. Leases are hyper‑flexible, allowing month‑to‑month terms that sync with academic semesters or internship periods, and all utilities and Wi‑Fi are bundled into a single price. An online portal lets students apply, select roommates, and manage their stay, while program coordinators can secure group rates for cohorts of interns or fellows. 24/7 support and a dedicated concierge team ensure a seamless living experience from move‑in through move‑out.
Target Audience
The primary customers are undergraduate and graduate students seeking off‑campus housing, as well as short‑term professionals such as congressional interns, government fellows, and policy analysts requiring premium, flexible accommodations.
Features
- Hotel partnership model that repurposes vacant rooms into student‑focused accommodations
- Month‑to‑month lease structure aligned with semester or internship timelines
- Fully furnished units with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and high‑speed Wi‑Fi
- All‑inclusive pricing covering utilities, weekly housekeeping, and on‑site amenities (gym, pool, cinema rooms, social event spaces)
- Student‑only floors and roommate‑matching service to foster community
- Online dashboard for application, lease management, and maintenance requests
- Group‑rate contracts and coordinated move‑in schedules for internship or fellowship programs
- 24/7 concierge and support team for issue resolution and local assistance