Questions?

Can I apply online for an apartment?

Click Here to Complete Application You can download an application from the "For Rent" page and fill it out and fax it to 205-349-4586. or you can complete it online and submit it via e-mail.  If faxing, you should include a cover letter with the name of the apartment community you are applying for and a phone number where you can be contacted. top

Where is the Sealy main office located?

1200 Greensboro Ave. next to the Federal Building in downtown Tuscaloosa. The office is on the corner of 12th street and Greensboro Ave. Refer to the map link on the Sealy homepage. top

What are Sealy's tenant qualifications? (Complete qualification guidelines are posted at each Sealy property.) 

1. Completed application with an application fee ($35) and proof of identity
2. Credit history will be obtained. Satisfactory credit history is required. Persons in Chapter 13 will usually not be approved.
3. Income of approximately 3 times rent is usually the minimum.
4. Length and stability of employment
5. Prior Rental References going back 2 years including payment history
6. Each of these criteria as well as other factors that we feel may be important will be given consideration in approving applications

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How do I get information on specific apartments?

Browse through the For Rent page of this web site and click on the links for the property you are interested in. If this does not have the information you are looking for give us a call at the local complex office or the main office (205) 391-6000 and we'll be happy to assist you. top

What are guarantors?

We use a Continuing Parental or Sponsor Guaranty Form. We allow college students to use guarantors.  The qualified guarantor will actually sign the lease, since the student will be in school and unable to earn the required amount to qualify to lease. The guarantor becomes responsible to personally guarantee the Lease. Download Guarantor Form Here.
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How much is a deposit?

Sealy apartment's deposit is $200. top

What is the length of a lease?

Twelve months but is negotiable in some cases. top

HOW DO I HAVE MY ELECTRICITY TURNED ON ?

An application must be made at Alabama Power Company, 915 Queen City Avenue. Along with the application, a deposit must be paid. The amount of the deposit is based on past electric bills, but is usually equivalent to 2 months' billing or a maximum of $100.00. Telephone - 1-800-245-2244. www.alabamapower.com top

HOW DO I HAVE MY WATER TURNED ON ?

The water department for Tuscaloosa is located in City Hall, 2201 University Blvd. The water department for Northport is located in Northport City Hall, 3500 Highway 82 By-Pass. In order to have water turned on, a minimum in advance must be paid in the respective City Hall. Tuscaloosa's telephone: (205) 349-0230. The Northport telephone: (205) 339-7024. You will need a copy of your lease. top

HOW DO I HAVE MY GAS TURNED ON ?

Alabama Gas Corporation is located at 1824 University Boulevard. A minimum deposit is required for all new customers. This deposit is determined by one of two ways (using the lesser amount as the deposit): 1) $100.00 or 2) an estimated 2 months billing from the two highest previous 12 billings. The deposit must be paid before service can be connected. Telephone: (205) 349-6012. You will need a copy of your lease. top

HOW DO I HAVE MY CABLE TV INSTALLED ?

Comcast Cable TV is located at 700 Parkview Center. In order to have service installed, simply call and set up an appointment. You must be home when they install the service. At that time, an installation fee and the first month's bill must be paid. The first month's bill may vary depending on how many additional outlets and pay channels you have installed. Telephone: (205) 345-0424. top

HOW DO I HAVE MY TELEPHONE INSTALLED ?

To acquire telephone service, contact Bell South. Simply call and make arrangements. If you are calling from out of town, call collect. The installation fee is determined by amount of service requested and amount of wiring, etc. that has to be done. This fee can be billed along with the first month's service bill. Connection charges may also be divided into installments to be billed along with your monthly telephone bill. A minimum deposit of approximately $75.00 may be required in advance before your telephone may be connected. If you have a previous satisfactory credit record with South Central Bell, the deposit may be waived. If previous service is in good standing, there will be only a $40 connection fee and no deposit. Telephone: 1-866-500-9794. top

ARE MY PERSONAL BELONGINGS COVERED BY INSURANCE ?

Sealy Management does not provide, nor is it required that we provide, insurance for your personal belongings as part of your lease. We strongly suggest that you give serious consideration to purchasing a policy to cover the contents, any jewelry, computer equipment, or other items of value. You may purchase from any agency; however, Sealy Insurance Agency has an excellent Renter's Insurance Policy that is available for any apartment dweller (even Students). Contact Sealy Insurance Agency for a quotation. Telephone: (205) 752-3583. top

STUDENTS: HOW CAN I HAVE MY DEPOSITS FOR UTILITIES COVERED ?

For students of the University of Alabama, there is an organization called Off-Campus Association available to help students cover the utility deposits required to have services connected. Off-Campus Association (OCA) is located at 1004 7th Avenue, Tuscaloosa, Al. Telephone (205) 752-7663. A membership of $30.00 will allow OCA to cover the deposits for Alabama Power Company and Alabama Gas Company. For an additional $10.00, the deposit for Tuscaloosa Water can be waived. A $15 fee covers the $75 Northport water deposit, and a check for $35.00 must be left payable to Northport Water for a turn on fee. A $35 fee covers the $75 deposit with Bell South, but check with Bell South first to see if you are approved to have your deposit waived. The membership must be renewed each year from August to September for a renewal fee of $10.00. OCA hours of operation are 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. top

HOW DO I GO ABOUT REGISTERING TO VOTE IN TUSCALOOSA CO. ?

You may register to vote at the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse located at 714 Greensboro Avenue, in downtown Tuscaloosa. The registrar's office is located in Room 100 and is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed 12-1 for lunch). You will need to bring proof of your birth date, your social security number, and your local address. Your Alabama or out-of-state driver's license will do for all except the social security number, and a paid utility bill, lease or such with your current address on it will verify your local address. Go in the main door of the Courthouse, turn left and go to the last door on the left. top

HOW DO I ENROLL MY CHILDREN IN SCHOOL OR ENROLL IN CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR ADULTS ?

Determine which school district you live in by calling the City Superintendent of Education office at (205) 759-3700 if you live in the city limits; or the County Superintendent of Education office at (205) 758-0411 if you live outside the City of Tuscaloosa. You should then contact the principal of the proper school for enrollment instructions. Shelton State Community College or The University of Alabama Continuing Education Center offers excellent adult programs. top

HOW LONG WILL MY OUT-OF-STATE DRIVER'S LICENSE AND AUTOMOBILE TAG BE ACCEPTED IN ALABAMA BEFORE BECOMING INVALID ?

For all persons desiring to establish residency in the state, an Alabama driver's license and automobile license must be procured within 30 days after entering the state. A visitor is not required to purchase a driver's permit or auto license locally. Driving permits and automobile licenses may be purchased at the Courthouse on Greensboro Avenue. top

IS THE INSURANCE ON MY AUTO AND PERSONAL PROPERTY STILL VALID IF I MOVE FROM ANOTHER STATE ?

Most standard auto policies cover anywhere in the Continental U.S. Particular attention should be paid to limits of liability as required by the Alabama Financial Responsibility Law - limits required are $10/$20/$5,000. Contact your Chamber of Commerce for a listing of local insurance agents who will gladly furnish you with any additional information you might desire. Your policy on your personal property, as a rule, is invalid and must be rewritten. Call an agent of your insurance company and have a new policy written, or obtain verification from the agent issuing your policy that it does provide coverage in this state. Call Sealy Insurance Agency for all types of insurance: auto, homeowners, rental and business. Telephone: (205) 752-3583. top

HOW MAY I SECURE HOUSING IN THE TUSCALOOSA AREA ?

Tuscaloosa has a model housing market. A good selection of rentals is available throughout the year. You may obtain a booklet listing most Sealy apartments from us. Sealy Management Company has Tuscaloosa's largest selection of apartments and rental homes, almost 4,000 units in most sizes and areas of the city. Telephone: (205) 391-6000. For those wishing to buy a home, Sealy Realty Company, Inc. is one of the largest in our area and is a member of the Board of Realtors. Sealy Realty has a large staff of sales persons. As members of MLS, we can sell most any home in Tuscaloosa. We're experienced homebuilders, having built more homes than any other active builder in Tuscaloosa. Telephone: (205) 391-6000. top

HOW SHOULD I GO ABOUT SEEKING LEGAL ADVICE ?

 The classified section of the telephone directory contains a list of qualified attorneys. Also, a canvass of your friends and business acquaintances will reveal the names of competent lawyers. For University students and faculty, the Law School has a clinical program which may provide free legal advice. Contact the Law School for further information. top

HOW CAN I FIND A FAMILY DOCTOR OR GET MEDICAL CARE ?

The "Doctors' Exchange", telephone (205) 349-2706, can reach a physician for you in any emergency, day or night. There is an excellent emergency room facility open round the clock at DCH Regional Medical Center. As soon as possible, you should select a family physician to whom you can turn for care and advice. In Northport, there is DCH Northport. Telephone: (205) 333-4500. For students, there is the University's Health Center on campus. top

WHAT SHOULD I DO TO ESTABLISH A CREDIT RATING IN TUSCALOOSA ?

Go to any of the leading stores in the city and apply for a charge account. The merchants will cooperate with the Credit Bureau to establish a credit rating for you. Your landlord or mortgage company is an excellent credit reference. top

WHERE MAY I PLAY GOLF ?

The Harry Pritchett Municipal Golf Course (University Golf Course) is located at the eastern end of 15th Street. Anyone may play by paying a fee. Carts, instruction and equipment for purchase or rent is available, and the driving range is open daily. Indian Hills Country Club, Woodland Forest Country Club are private courses, although many allow prospective members to play the course.  Mimosa Country Club, telephone (205) 752-8112, will sometimes allow non-members to play with a green fee. All have good 18 hole courses.   top

WHERE MAY I PLAY TENNIS ?

There are lighted courts located on The University of Alabama Campus adjacent to the Memorial Coliseum, and at the J. Oviatt Bowers Park complex off Jug Factory Road. Unlighted courts are available at other locations. Call the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority at (205) 553-3671 for more information. Most of the private Country Clubs listed previously have excellent tennis facilities. top

WHERE MAY I FISH ? HUNT ?

There are many local private lakes where you may fish for a small charge. You may contact Paul's Sporting Goods, telephone (205) 752-7000 or Woods and Water, telephone (205) 333-1214, for more information. Lake Tuscaloosa, Lake Lurleen, the Holt Reservoir and other public lakes provide good fishing. top

WHERE ARE SOME GOOD PICNIC SPOTS AND PLAYGROUNDS ?

Lake Lurleen has an excellent developed camping, picnic and swimming area. Lake Lurleen is located off U.S. 82 West about ten miles from Northport. There are several city parks including J. Oviatt Bowers, Eastwood park, Snow Hinton, River Road Park, and Monnish Park with good picnic facilities. Contact the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority. top

AFTER HOURS NUMBER FOR SEALY TENANTS

During the business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., you may call your particular apartment office or the Sealy Main Office, telephone (205) 391-6000. After 5:00 p.m., call the answering service at (205) 345-8006. Give them your name, address (including street address and apartment number), phone number, and briefly explain problem as specifically as possible. The answering service will relay your message to the maintenance department person who is on-call or the security guard on duty as necessary. Please make a note of the numbers you may need and put them someplace easy to find, i.e. by your phone, on the refrigerator, etc. top