questions and answers

​You can try out your apartment for 30 days and if we haven't delivered full satisfaction, you are free to give us 30 days' notice in that period and you won't need to pay a lease-break fee.

You can transfer to another size apartment, or another Berger community, and restart your lease at any point in your residency without paying a transfer fee.

​Yes, you have the option to pay a one-time fee as low as $299 in place of a security deposit if approved.

​You can break your lease to buy a house at any point in your residency. Just use one of our preferred real estate agents and you won't need to pay us a lease-break fee.

​Yes, you can break your lease for job transfers more than 50 miles, military service, and hospice care, and you won't need to pay us a lease-break fee.

Yes, you can rent or purchase furniture through our partnership with IFR.

​Yes, we offer a 10% discount through Penske when you schedule online here.

South View Apartments & Townhomes offers 24/7 phone support and 24-hour emergency maintenance. You will always have someone available to take your call for service requests to your apartment. Call - 814-237-7520

South View Apartments & Townhomes is located at 425 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA 16801, in Centre County. The community offers convenient access to U.S. Route 322, Atherton Street (Route 26), and I-99, making it easy to travel throughout State College and the surrounding region.

South View is located in the Orchard Park / South Atherton area of State College, a residential neighborhood known for its proximity to Penn State University, nearby shopping centers, and convenient access to downtown State College.

South View is approximately two miles from downtown State College, where residents can enjoy restaurants, entertainment venues, and shopping.

Residents can easily reach U.S. Route 322, South Atherton Street, and Interstate 99, which connect State College to surrounding towns and cities across central Pennsylvania.

Nearby destinations include Pennsylvania State University, Beaver Stadium, Bryce Jordan Center, and Tussey Mountain Ski Area, all popular attractions in the State College area.

Outdoor recreation near South View includes Holmes-Foster Park, Lederer Park, and Tom Tudek Memorial Park, which feature walking trails, sports fields, playgrounds, and open green space.

Residents have convenient access to grocery stores such as Wegmans, Giant Food Store, and Trader Joe’s in State College. Additional retail and dining options are available at Nittany Mall and shopping centers along North Atherton Street.

Dining near South View includes popular local restaurants such as The Corner Room, Faccia Luna Pizzeria, and Federal Taphouse in downtown State College. Coffee shops nearby include Webster’s Bookstore Café and Irving’s Bagels & Café. Entertainment options include Bryce Jordan Center, State Theatre, and Penn State sporting events at Beaver Stadium.

South View offers studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments as well as townhome layouts, designed for comfortable living near Penn State University.

Homes range from approximately 500 to 1,200 square feet, depending on the floor plan.

Kitchens may include modern appliances, dishwashers, microwaves, and updated cabinetry, depending on the apartment home.

Interiors may feature hardwood-style flooring, large closets, and updated finishes, with features varying by apartment home.

In-home laundry is not offered, but the community offers on-site laundry facilities for residents.

Yes, select homes include private patios or balconies, depending on the floor plan.

Residents have access to free on-site parking, and some townhome layouts offer private entrances depending on availability.

South View’s amenities include a fitness studio, BBQ and picnic terrace, outdoor play zone, and landscaped outdoor areas, designed for convenient apartment living.

Yes. South View offers an on-site fitness studio with cardio and strength equipment for residents.

Yes. Residents can enjoy shared outdoor seating areas and community gathering spaces, ideal for relaxing or meeting neighbors.

While there is not a pool, the community features outdoor picnic and grilling areas as well as access to nearby parks and recreational spaces.

Residents have access to free on-site parking, with additional guest parking available throughout the community.

Packages and deliveries are typically handled through designated delivery areas or the leasing office.

South View is an open residential community, though individual buildings may have controlled entry depending on configuration.

Yes. South View is a pet-friendly community welcoming cats and dogs.

The community allows a maximum of two pets per apartment with no weight limit. Breed restrictions apply, and pets must be up to date on vaccines and be spayed or neutered.

Yes. Pet costs include a one-time non-refundable pet fee of $350 per pet and a monthly pet rent of $40 per pet.

Nearby pet-friendly outdoor areas include Tom Tudek Memorial Park, Holmes-Foster Park, and walking trails around Penn State’s campus, offering open space and paths for exercising pets.

The community is served by the State College Area School District, which includes several nearby elementary, middle, and high schools.

South View is located less than three miles from Pennsylvania State University, one of the region’s largest employers, along with Mount Nittany Medical Center and other local businesses.

From South View Apartments & Townhomes’ State College setting, Penn State University is less than three miles away, and the commute typically takes 5-10 minutes by car.

Yes. The community is located along a CATA bus route, providing public transportation access throughout State College and Penn State University.

In-person agent-accompanied tours can be scheduled directly through the South View website or by calling the leasing office.

Yes. Prospective residents can schedule either an agent-accompanied in-person tour or a virtual tour with a leasing agent who will walk through the property and answer questions.

Lease terms typically range from 6 to 12 months, depending on apartment availability.

Applicants should expect standard application and leasing fees. Deposit options are available, including a security deposit alternative with a one-time fee as low as $299 if approved. Contact the leasing office for current amounts and requirements.

Contact the leasing office for a current utility breakdown by apartment home and lease.