Month: October 2021

It’s a new world out there, and it can be hard to know where to start. Your recent experiences at college have given you valuable insight into what life might be like as you transition from living on campus to living off campus. As you make the transition, you’ll be able to settle into new routines. Let’s examine things to be aware of to help ease the transition.

Consider Your Living Arrangement Preferences

When you leave campus, you’ll most likely be renting a room or small apartments like a studio or a one-bedroom. It might be difficult for you to choose, so think about your ideal living arrangement. Would you like to have things quieter, especially if your new job starts early in the morning? Would you like to live with others who have pets? Will the new place be close to accessible public transportation? Renting is common, according to the Rental Protection Agency. They estimate that around 40% of people between the ages of 15-34 make up renters in the United States. So know that you aren’t alone as you go through this process.

Read All the Fine Print

When you consider renting a place, you must read the rental or lease agreement very carefully. Private homeowners may not provide you with state-specific contracts or may try to include clauses into their contracts that aren’t legally required or enforceable in your state. More prominent property owners or property management companies may require you to abide by specific rules while on the property. There may be restrictions on modifications you can make or personal items you can store or not store.

Experiment With Cooking Skills

Life outside college brings the ability to start learning healthy recipes. Brushing up or learning new cooking skills will take time but will serve you well during your life. Throwing a dinner party is also a different life activity after college, so don’t forget to have some friends over for a meal. Consider investing in cooking tools that make creating meals easier and faster, like an electric pressure cooker.

Living off campus is a big adjustment for many students, but it’s also an exciting time of new experiences and independence. It will take you some time to settle into your new place, learn the bus routes, learn where things like grocery stores and hospitals are, and more. Keep moving forward with your plans and reach out to trusted people in your life if you find yourself in a situation you’re not quite sure how to handle.

The majority of college students go off to school away from home. While some choose to stay in student dorms throughout their time in school, and some are required to spend at least part of their education on campus in dorms, others are able and prefer to stay in off campus housing. Off campus housing is usually defined as any type of housing that is not owned or managed by the student’s university, even if it is technically on campus. With a new unit being rented in the United States every 80 seconds, and a new renter moving into an apartment every 30 seconds, the competition can be quite stiff. But the more you know before choosing student rentals, the better.

1. Location Matters

Location is incredibly important for those shopping for student housing. Students need to be able to get to class quickly and efficiently. It’s often easier academically and socially for students to stay as close to campus as possible.

2. Consider Internet Connection

Yes, your internet connection is important, and especially while you’re in college. Make sure that you understand who the internet service provider in your area is before committing to a student rental, and what the connection level will be.

3. Safety

A lot of students live on their own for the first time while attending college. Both they and their parents feel a lot safer knowing that their rental housing is as safe as possible. Consider the benefits of a building that has built-in security measures like a security system or a doorman.

4. Social Opportunities

Living off campus can be less expensive, but you may miss out on social opportunities. Living closer to campus is a good compromise in this case.

5. Cost

, Of course, cost is important. But take the whole package into account, not just rent. Remember to consider utilities, bills, and the cost of commuting.

6. Neighbors

It can be difficult for newly independent college students to live in neighborhoods full of families. Make sure you or your loved one is aware of the neighbors they’ll be living near.

7. Roommates

Remember, sharing a rental with a roommate can not only cut costs but provide quick friendships. However, roommates must be carefully vetted first.

Choosing a student rental can be difficult. But don’t stress because it’s also fun and exciting!