Boston, MA – (August 27, 2025) – Astound, a recognized leader in WiFi, Mobile, TV and fiber-optic solutions, is teaming up with Beasley Media to give away one year of free rent worth $24,000. The promotion coincides with the return of thousands of college students and others as they move into apartments throughout the Boston area over Labor Day weekend.
To win the free rent prize, participants must “crack the code” and enter 5 digits in the exact order to unlock the vault. Astound and Beasley Media teams will guide participants through the process, with the winner notified immediately upon successfully unlocking the vault. There is no purchase necessary to participate. Participants must be at least 18 years old to enter the contest and a resident of Massachusetts, New Hampshire or Rhode Island. Eligible participants must try to “crack the code” in person at one of the locations from August 31-September 1.
On Sunday, August 31, the “Free Rent Crack the Code” vault will be at Raising Cane’s, 949 Commonwealth Ave, Boston from 11am-1pm, and then at Cisco Brewery at Fenway Park, 1301 Boylston Street, from 4:30pm-6:30pm.
On Monday, September 1, the “Free Rent Crack the Code” vault will be popping up in neighborhoods around Northeastern University, Boston University and the Fenway area in Boston between 10am-6pm.
For some extra help on September 1, Astound Moving crews will be assisting renters move into their apartments in the areas of Gardener Street, Ashford Street, Pratt Street, and Dexter Park, near Boston University/Kenmore Square and the Fenway area.
The Free Rent Crack the Code promotion will be featured on Beasley Media’s radio stations, 98.5 The Sports Hub, HOT 96.9, and Country 102.5 and social media platforms.
Official contest rules for “Free Rent Crack the Code” are online at this link on 98.5 The Sports Hub event page.
“The return of college students is a big event in Boston and Astound is gearing up for it with a chance to win free rent for a year,” said Sanford Ames, SVP and General Manager, Astound. “Astound also has excellent ‘back-to-school’ deals on internet, Wifi and mobile offers that will save customers money and provide top-notch services.”
“Beasley Media is excited to partner with Astound to giveaway one-year of free rent to the winner who can ‘crack the code’,” said Mary Menna, Beasley Media NE Regional VP and Boston Market Manager. “Leveraging Beasley Media’s extensive presence on the radio, online and on social media, we are sure to spread the excitement about this amazing prize to everyone who wants to take a try at winning $24,000.”
The demand for fast, reliable, and affordable WiFi and internet persists as a new school year approaches, and qualifying new households signing up will get exactly that through Astound’s campaign, “Buffer Less, Live More.” The campaign offers competitive prices for “All-in” fiber-powered WiFi up to 2 Gig, plus free equipment, free installation, and a gift card, with no contract required.
New customers can take advantage now through September 30 and receive:
- $20/mo Astound WiFi- A subscription to 600 Mbps speed for only $20/mo* for the first year.
- Gig WiFi- Blazing fast Gig speeds priced at just $35/mo* for 1G, and 1.5G for only $45/mo* for the first year.
- Equipment Savings- All packages include standard WiFi at no extra charge; eero Whole Home WiFi for $5/mo more.
- Free Pro Installation- A savings of $99.95.
- $300 Gift Card Bonus- With eligibility, select Astound WiFi packages include a gift card valued at up to $300.
- 30-Day Test Drive- New customers can try Astound risk-free through its 30-day money-back guarantee.
*Includes a $10 autopay/e-bill discount
These limited-time deals give qualified new customers access to WiFi plans and savings without compromising on affordability or reliable internet connectivity. Astound Internet adapts to each user’s needs, with less buffering or lags.
Astound is recognized in the 2025 PCMag Readers’ Choice Awards for outperforming major national providers across 16 categories. For 11 years, customers have consistently rated Astound as the best Internet Service Provider (ISP) in the country. These rankings reflect the voices of real customers –PCMag readers who rated their experience on speed, service, value, and satisfaction.
This press release is not an offer. For more information about these offers, and to view Astound’s policies and disclaimers, visit www.astound.com/special-offers and www.astound.com/policies-disclaimers.
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