Birmingham Student Living FAQs

Marshall on 5th is ideally located for UAB students! We are right across the street from the UAB campus!

Applying to The Marshall is simple! You can apply online through our website or visit our leasing office. The process typically involves an application form, proof of enrollment or income (if applicable), and potentially a guarantor form.

The Marshall rent includes: Internet, water, sewer, washer & dryer, and access to all of The Marshall’s amenities, and a wonderful staff that is there to help you anytime you need them.

We provide secure package handling for our residents through a dedicated package room with controlled access. Once your package arrives, our team will log it into our system and send you an email notification when it’s ready for pickup. After receiving your notification, simply stop by the office and a team member will retrieve your package for you.

For your protection, all residents are required to maintain an active renter’s insurance policy. You are free to choose your own provider, or for your convenience, you can opt into our community’s preferred plan through Stern for $13/month.

Our leasing office is located at 1300 5th Ave.

The Marshall on 5th ’s leasing office is open Monday through Friday, 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 pm. The office is closed on Sundays.

At The Marshall on 5th, we offer 12-month lease installments.

Your contract is based on a total amount that is divided into 12 equal installments for convenience. Your first installment will be due on or before August 18th, 2027. The last installment will be due on July 1, 2028, unless you choose to renew and stay at The Marshall on 5th for another year.

We accept payment via check, money order, or through the online Resident Portal.

All leases end on July 26, 2028. If you need to end your lease early, you can relet your unit by finding someone to take over the remainder of your lease. Please get in touch with the leasing office to learn more about the relet process.

Yes, you can switch floor plans as long as we have the space available. Your rate is subject to change depending on the floor plan you choose. You will be required to sign an updated addendum to reflect the new floor plan. If you have a guarantor, they will also need to sign that addendum and will be notified of any changes.

Your Installment includes:
– Premium Wi-Fi Internet
– Fully Furnished Units
– Full-Size Washer & Dryer
– Wall-mounted 50” Smart Television
– Water, Sewer, and Pest Control services

Plus, access to The M on 5th’s on-site amenities and attentive, on-call staff.

The following items are not included in your installment:
– Mitigated Risk Property Insurance – Mitigated Risk Property Insurance is required for all residents at The M on 5th. Residents may provide their own third-party insurance to be contracted directly or may opt in to The M on 5th’s landlord-provided rental insurance, which is $13/month. You will be automatically enrolled in our Mitigated Risk Property Insurance unless you provide proof of third-party insurance that meets our requirements as described in your lease.
– Utilities – Electricity is sub-metered and will be billed monthly via Conservice.

Optional add-ons
– Reserved On-site parking – Parking is conveniently located in our secured parking garage. Contact the leasing office for monthly parking rates.
– Pet rent – $25 a month

Yes! As long as the funds are dispersed into your bank account, you can use them as you need.

Individual leasing means peace of mind. An individual lease is a per-bed lease. You sign a lease for a bed space in the apartment and share common areas with roommates. This means you are only responsible for your own installments. If a roommate transfers to another school or moves out of The M on 5th for any reason, you do not have to worry about having to cover their portion of the rent.

Yes, here at The Marshall, we specialize in individual leases, meaning you’re only responsible for your portion of the rent, not your roommates’. https://youtu.be/RcS-pG-5boI?si=OAEzwIpw7awmbBLC

A guarantor is a co-signer for your lease agreement. Because students often don’t have an income, having a guarantor allows us to qualify you for a lease based on your guarantor’s income.
You will list your guarantor’s name and email during the application process, and your guarantor will receive an email to complete their portion of the application.
We require all residents at The Marshall on 5th to have a guarantor or enroll in our Guarantor Waiver Program.

The Guarantor Waiver Program is hosted through a third-party insurance program, which fills in for a personal guarantor or parent cosigner, allowing you to sign the lease where you otherwise would not qualify and allowing you to self-qualify as a student. At the time of signing, every resident agrees to auto-enrollment in the guarantor waiver program if a personal guarantor is not approved within seven days of signing. This program includes a variable monthly fee for the term of the lease, which is based on the resident’s individual circumstances and program requirements.

For applicants who do not have a credit history in the US and/or a guarantor, you can enroll in the guarantor waiver program.

We need your Social Security number to run a standard credit and criminal background checks.
The Marshall on 5th is using software from Entrata to keep your personal information secure. All of your data, including your name, email, birth date, and Social Security number, are secured using encryption techniques that banks use to keep your financial information private. Data is transferred via an SSL/TLS connection using 2048-bit encryption between your computer and Entrata’s servers.

You can easily complete the entire leasing process online. We are also available in the leasing office if you wish to visit us to apply in person.

Step 1: Fill out an application
Start by filling out our application form. You will need the following information:
– Floor plan and unit you want to lease
– Name, phone number, email address, birth date, and Social Security number of the applicant, as well as the name and email address of your guarantor (if you’re using one)
– Photo or scan of an identification document such as a passport, driver’s license, state ID, or active military ID
– Address of applicant’s current residence, as well as current rent payments and contact information for your landlord, who we may contact as a reference
– Bedroom preference and roommate information

Step 2: Sign your lease
After your application is approved, you will automatically be emailed a link to sign your lease. Once our leasing associates countersign your lease, you will be notified via email and receive a digital copy of your completed lease.

Step 3: Get email updates
Once your lease is completed, you will get email notifications with more information on topics such as construction updates, events, move-in, etc.

At The Marshall on 5th, utilities are projected to range from around $30 to $60 per person, per month on average. This will vary depending on floor plan type, usage and other factors. This range is an estimate – costs may fall outside of this range.

Yes, if you don’t have roommates lined up, The Marshall offers a roommate-matching service to help you find compatible housemates based on your lifestyle preferences. We’ve partnered with RoomSync to help with all your roommate matching needs. RoomSync is a platform that allows you to browse, chat, and connect with potential roommates before you sign your lease. You can create a profile, specify your lifestyle preferences, and find the best match for you all in one place!

First, you’ll create a RoomSync profile where you can specify your preferences and habits. From there, you can browse through other students interested in our community and swipe left or right to connect with potential roommates!

Once you match with a potential roommate on RoomSync, you’ll be able to chat and get to know each other to see if you’re a good fit. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us directly at leasing@marshallon5th.com or call us at 205.484.9233!

Yes! We have reserved parking available at our community in our secure, gated garage for an additional monthly cost. Please contact our office regarding securing a reserved parking space.

The Marshal on 5th’s maintenance team is available to address any maintenance concerns you may have. You can submit a maintenance request through your resident portal or call our on-site leasing office.

To provide peace of mind for students and parents, The Marshall on 5th takes the following security measures:
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Surveillance cameras
‍The Marshall on 5th features an extensive security camera network throughout the entire building and parking garage. Cameras will be placed in the following locations:
All exterior entrances
– Lobby and leasing office
– Amenity spaces, including the fitness center, coworking lounge, coffee bar, game room, dog park, pet spa, and pool deck
– Parking Lot
– Elevators
– Every residential corridor
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Controlled access
‍The Marshall on 5th provides residents fob access to all exterior doors, amenity doors, and elevators. Additionally, each unit has electronic key access to all front doors and traditional key access to individual bedroom doors.
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After-hours courtesy officers
‍The Marshall on 5th also provides professional, on-call security after hours, who will be dressed in uniform.

Yes! The Marshall is the only student housing community sponsoring UAB Athletics.

Yes, The Marshall welcomes furry friends! We have specific pet policies regarding breed and size, so please contact our leasing office for details about making our community home for your pet.

Yes, every one of our apartment homes includes a full-size washer and dryer for your convenience.

Absolutely! The Marshall loves to bring our community together. We host regular resident events! Keep an eye on our community calendar for upcoming events!

The Marshall on 5th’s apartments come fully furnished with a premium furniture package that is built into the rental rate. The furniture package varies depending on which floor plan you lease.