COMPARISON CHECKLIST: Use this to make sure you’re getting the best deal on your furnished apartment.

Important questions to ask when trying to find furnished apartments. Keep this list handy and print it out.

We like to think we’re the ONLY one that you’re calling to see what’s available in terms of a short term furnished apartment in Sioux City. But in reality, we know you’re going to also call our competition. We completely understand -and actually we like when you do this. We take pride in understanding the competitive landscape, the rates and the terms so we can be the very best for you. It’s our only job to make sure you’re getting the best deal, at the best terms that suit exactly what you need.

Let’s get started.

First things first, you’ll need to know industry-specific rental terms when trying to book a furnished apartment. Always ask these questions when you call around so you can compare apples to apples.

Here in Sioux City if you Google ‘short-term furnished apartment ’ or ‘extended stay hotel’, you’ll get MOSTLY national companies that do NOT have their own local inventory, they will call us (SOMNI), seriously. Often we get 5 calls from 5 companies for the same customer, seriously. If you want to skip all the hassle, just call us right now - we’ve taken care of everything. 712-882-7900. Kaden or Anne will give you a no-nonsense quote and you’ll be booked in less than 2 minutes.

When Google-ing, you’ll also find search results for local apartment communities that may SAY they have furnished apartment, but many that show in search actually don’t. Or if they do, it is NOT their focus and they will have rented furnishings brought in for you (for which you are liable for, damage deposits, etc) , and you’ll set up your own utilities with the local utility company, you’ll have to meet the cable company to set up internet, It’s a whole thing.

It may appear that you’re saving money sometimes but be sure to calculate the move-in fees, additional expenses not included. That’s why we created this checklist - it will give you a better idea so you can make an informed decision.

And to be safe: Please check the latest Google reviews for each and every place you call.

Ask these questions when you call around for short-term furnished rentals in Sioux City.

• Do you offer furnished apartments? (ask this of Apartment communities that show up in search results for furnished short-term rentals)

• Are you locally operated in Sioux City? Or are you a national company?

• Is a local property manager and local maintenance on site if I ever have a question or maintenance request? (having a 24hr maintenance phone number is very important if you have an emergency in the middle of the night)

• Ask them to talk about the neighborhood - what is nearby? (Somni does NOT have any furnished units in the downtown area for security purposes)

• Is there a washer and dryer IN the apartment? or nearby?

• What amenities are available?

• Is the community pet friendly? What are the fees and processes to bring a pet?

• What is the shortest rental term available?

• What is the application process like?

• Is there an application fee?

• Is there a background check?

• Is there a credit check?

• If you’re booking for an entire crew, how is the process managed for multiple occupants? If they know what they are doing, this will be an easy answer. You’re looking for efficiency in managing the details of your booking.

• How long does it take to get approved to rent?

• Is there a refundable security deposit?

• Cleaning fee?

• Other fees? These can be all over the board and named various things.

• What fees are due now and before move-in?

• When is rent billed?

• Is there a corporate discount for your company?

• Is there a project discount for your job?

• Do you offer weekly rates? Is it prorated at move-in and move-out?

• Are utilities set up?

• Is the Internet included in the rent? or do I have to set it up?

• What are the Notice to Vacate terms? (this means, how many days notice are you required to give before you stop being billed) This is VERY VERY IMPORTANT if you think there is a possibility that you could be transferred suddenly.

• Ask what happens if I need to end my stay suddenly (lease break terms) CRITICAL QUESTION.

• Is there a lease break free?

• Do I need to pay rent thru the end of my rental agreement?

What about SOMNI rental terms and fees?

With SOMNI furnished housing, we know what you are up against and what you need to stay on budget. At SOMNI, there’s NO huge security deposit, NO application fees, easy weekly all-inclusive rates. Each corporate apartment is all set up to include utilities, cable and internet, and fully furnished top to bottom. when you stay with SOMNI, you also get the shortest notice to vacate terms in the corporate housing industry. If you get laid off or transferred out. It’s easy to pack up and go on to your next gig.

SOMNI Sioux City is:

• Easy to book

• Easy to stay

• Easy to leave (go where the job takes you)

• Better rates than hotels (book longer and save)

• NO long-term hassles (stays as short as a month)

• Great neighborhoods

• Notice to vacate terms: ULTRA flexible (15 days notice to vacate)

• Refundable Security deposit required: NOPE

• Application fee: Nada.

• Cleaning fee: yes, $200 applies to the reservation and takes care of your cleaning at the end.

• Pets welcome: Yep! (a few community-specific pet rules or fees may apply, call for details and we’ll check)

• Laundry: EASY AND FREE

• FULL-SIZE apartments, each fully furnished

What if you don’t know how long you’ll be in town?

You’re on your way in, could be here a month —- or 18 months. You just can’t be sure, and you NEED your stay to be flexible (aka no long-term rental contracts). We understand.

We’ve come to know exactly what you are up against, so book an apartment for a long as you think you’ll be here, and extend as you like. Seriously.

Do we sound expensive? We’re not.

We know our competition, and we want to make you’re getting the best deal in town.

We get it, you haven’t worked for a while so you need flexible payment terms until your paychecks start arriving. How do weekly rates sound? Good, we’ve got that. We have a large number of apartments to suit all budgets, so if you’re tight on funds we have options to fit your budget

Want to know how to stay SOMNI?

Easy. Take out your phone, we just sent you a link. Booking is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Done.

Everything is electronic in our world, you can book with a few clicks on your phone. To book a SOMNI fully furnished apartment, we’ll send you an easy booking link right to your phone with all of the details (availability, rates, photos of the exact apartment, address), just tell us a few details for the reservation (name, and when you’re coming in, payment preferences), easy and done, fast. We’ll send you a confirmation email and text of your booking.

We’ll start fluffing your pillows, we’ll do a final inspection of your apartment to make sure it’s super duper clean, and we’ll get your keys ready so you can move in the second you get into town.

Seriously, it can’t get easier. Stay SOMNI today.