Your Home Away from Home: The Carlisle Barracks Housing Guide
Moving to a new duty station brings a mix of excitement and questions, especially when it comes to finding the right housing. At Carlisle Barracks, the Army Housing Office (AHO) is your dedicated resource, here to guide you through every step of the housing process, whether you choose to live on or off post.
Your Advocate, Your Resource:
The AHO is committed to providing unbiased information and support, ensuring you have the tools to make informed housing decisions. We are your advocate for all matters related to on and off-post housing, offering:
- Personalized Guidance: We're here to answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide expert advice tailored to your individual needs.
- Comprehensive Resources: Discover a wealth of information on available rentals, temporary lodging options, community amenities, maps, and essential services.
- Lease Assistance: We can help review and clarify lease agreements, ensuring you understand your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
- Dispute Resolution: We act as a liaison between residents and landlords, facilitating communication and assisting with any housing-related disputes.
On-Post Living with Balfour Beatty Communities:
Carlisle Barracks offers convenient on-post family housing managed by our trusted Privatized Housing Provider, Balfour Beatty Communities (BBC). BBC provides quality homes and exceptional service to our military families.
Before you sign a lease with BBC:
- Mandatory Briefing: You are required to attend a Plain Language Brief with the Army Housing Office. This briefing provides essential information about your rights and responsibilities as a resident in privatized housing.
- Explore Your Options: Visit the BBC website or contact their office directly to learn about available homes, floor plans, neighborhood amenities, and the application process.
- Website: HTTPS://WWW.CARLISLEBARRACKSHOMES.COM
- Facebook: HTTP://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/CARLISLEBARRACKSHOMES
- Phone: (717) 243-7177
Off-Post Housing:
If you prefer to explore off-post housing options, we're here to help you navigate the local rental market.
- Find Your Perfect Fit: Explore available rentals, shared housing, and temporary lodging options on HTTPS://WWW.HOMES.MIL. This platform features landlords and property managers familiar with the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), ensuring your rights are protected.
- Know Before You Rent: We strongly encourage all military personnel (and recommend for civilians) to contact the AHO before signing any lease or rental agreement.
Housing Inspections:
Whether you choose on or off-post housing, conducting a thorough housing inspection is crucial.
- Protect Yourself: Document the condition of the property at move-in and move-out to avoid potential disputes.
- Inspection Checklist: Obtain a checklist from the AHO or online and provide a copy to your landlord.
- On-Post Inspections: BBC will provide you with an inspection form when you sign your lease.
Contact Us:
The Army Housing Office is your partner in finding the perfect home at Carlisle Barracks. We are here to support you every step of the way.
- Location: Upton Hall, 22 Ashburn Drive, Rm B32
- Email: usarmy.carlisle.id-training.mbx.amim-clb-pwh@army.mil
- Phone: (520) 673-7870/7742
