State College, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/20/2015 -- Ranked as the lowest stress city by Psychology Today, State College in Pennsylvania is home to more than 40,000 residents. It was ranked the third safest metropolitan area in 2010 and many of the residents are temporary residents who attend Pennsylvania State University.

When a college student moves into the area to attend school, whether it's their first year or the last, the student needs an apartment to rent. Business professionals in the area may also prefer to rent an apartment or a townhome. There are options available more suited for students or professionals or ones well suited for both. The central location of many of the available rental units makes it easy to reach local businesses and the state university.

Continental is a full-service property management company with more than offers more than 770 rental units in the State College area and surrounding areas. These units are typically high in demand and tend to rent quickly, but many units are still available. Scott Hanna, the spokesperson for Continental Real Estate, stated, "At continental real estate, we understand the need for quality, affordable housing and strive to help anyone in the State College area find the right place to meet their needs."

Prospective tenants can view their website to see what is currently available and to fill out a short application to become a tenant. Due to the high number of prospective tenants, there is often a limited number of rental units available. Continental Real Estate Management urges people to look for penn state apartments early and to sign up for the 2016-2017 housing wait list for apartments state college if they're planning on moving in for the upcoming school year.

Hanna stated, "Our knowledgeable staff is ready to help anyone find the perfect home for their needs. We have a collective experience of more than 100 years that we use to match each tenant with a home they're going to love no matter if the person is planning on staying for a year or permanently." Continental Real Estate Management offers appointments for those who are interested in looking at the units available or to discuss future openings that may be available.

The company also provides lists of utility services in the area and can give new students information to help them settle into their new home. They understand what it's like to be living away from home for the first time and offer all the information a person may need to ease their transition from living with their parents to living on their own.

About Continental Real Estate Management, INC
In business since 1986, Continental Real Estate Management has over 770 apartments and townhomes available to rent. The company began with a single townhouse and has expanded rapidly. Continental Real Estate Management also provides association and rental management services for more than 80 associations in the State College area. Their mission is to deliver quality property managements to clients and to provide quality and affordable housing for the State College area.