Arizona State University - Off-Campus Housing

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Off-campus housing can be very convenient given the right location. There are a number of apartment communities located within walking distance of ASU. Many students living off campus but within close proximity ride their bicycles to class. Though living in a dorm your freshman year is the best way to meet people and tap into the pulse of ASU, there are a number of apartments near campus that accurately emulate the ASU social scene. These include Vista Del Sol, The Grigio, and Gateway. On the other hand, some of the newer, more conveniently located apartment complexes are a bit more expensive. The surrounding areas of Tempe (parts of Scottsdale, Chandler, Mesa, and Phoenix) can offer cheaper places depending on where they’re located. If you have transportation, it might be in your best interest to search around those other areas.

The cost of off-campus housing is equivalent to, if not less expensive than, the cost of the residence halls, especially for students who choose to live with one ore more roommates. Housing in Arizona is extremely affordable, and most of the places are fairly new and in great condition. The best locations are well advertised by word of mouth. If you like a lot of people around, a lot of parties, and a load of fun activities, you might want to live in The Vue or Gateway. If you would rather your residence be quiet and have more families present, you should check out The Quadrangles or Dorsey Place. For further assistance, contact Off-Campus Housing Assistance, located in the Memorial Union.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

Off-campus housing is pretty... Off-campus housing is pretty expensive for what you get, but it’s also awesome. I think it’s expensive in any big college town like this. If you go a little further away from campus it’s probably cheaper. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

Off-campus housing is great... Off-campus housing is great because there are so many places right near ASU. If you don’t have a car like me, you can still live in your own place and have that freedom, and the walk to school isn’t far at all. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

The greatest thing about... The greatest thing about off-campus housing is that Arizona is much cheaper than California. It’s pretty easy to find a nice place for cheap. I have a lot of friends at UCSB and UCLA who pay $500 a month or more to share a room, whereas here you can have your own room in a nicer place for about $300–$400. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

On-campus housing is good for... On-campus housing is good for freshmen. Off-campus housing is good for everyone else! 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

There are tons of places to live... There are tons of places to live off-campus. Getting a roommate is a good idea just to save money, but there are options for all types of living situations and budgets. It is definitely worth it for the freedom, but everyone should try to live on campus once just for the experience. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

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