Guide
Understanding Corporate Housing: Beyond the Name
A quick, practical overview for HR and operations teams: what corporate housing is, what’s included on day one, how corporate leases work, and when it beats hotels for 30+ day stays.
Executive Summary
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What This Means in Plain English
Corporate housing refers to fully furnished, move-in-ready homes available for 30+ day stays. These units come equipped with everything needed for daily living, allowing occupants to settle in immediately without needing to purchase furniture or set up utilities. At Gumball Properties, we partner with HR as a housing vendor—not relocation consultants.
What’s Included (Day-One Readiness)
Included Items
- Private unit (not a roomshare)
- Furnishings, linens, stocked kitchen
- Fast Wi-Fi; core utilities typically included (note caps if applicable)
- Flexible terms agreed in advance
Corporate Lease vs. Hotel (30+ Days)
Corporate Lease
- Full kitchen + laundry → lower daily friction
- Predictable monthly pricing; fewer surprise fees
- More space/privacy improves productivity
Hotel
- Higher ADR over longer stays (market dependent)
- Limited kitchen/storage; reliance on services
- Less “home routine” → slower settling
Exact value depends on market, home type, and season.
How Corporate Leases Work (Simple)
- Share dates, city/area, bedrooms, budget, must-haves.
- We propose available furnished homes that fit.
- Lease terms and any utility caps are set up front.
FAQ
Is this cheaper than hotels for 30+ days?
Often, due to space and kitchen value; exact pricing depends on market, season, home type, and term.
Can a company rent for an employee?
Yes—via a corporate lease with terms set in advance.
What does the housing look like?
Private apartments, duplexes, or standalone homes—move-in ready.
Video: Beyond the Name
A quick explainer of what corporate housing really means and who it’s for.
Next Steps
Share dates, bedrooms, city/area, and budget—we’ll send options that fit.
We can hold options while you confirm internal approvals.
