Florida State University - Off-Campus Housing

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Many, many students choose to live off-campus. Florida State University is centrally located in Tallahassee, so traveling to and from campus shouldn’t be too much of a problem. Over the past few years, at least 20 new apartment complexes have gone up on the outskirts of campus. These newer developments offer amenities such as computer labs, athletic facilities, and gated security. The closer you are to campus, the older and dingier the apartments. Living off-campus can be cheaper than living in a residence hall and can offer you more privacy.

One thing to keep in mind is the City of Tallahassee’s Party Patrol. This is a police unit that patrols the residential neighborhoods and responds to party/noise complaints. They are serious about preventing underage drinking and keeping the local residents happy. This doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy yourself in off-campus housing. You just have to respect your neighbors. Another policy that the Tallahassee City Commission is trying to pass is limiting the number of non-family members living together in a single residence. Since this policy has met with resistance, no action has been taken yet. It is still something to consider, though, if you plan on living off-campus.

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Students Speak Out

FSULC says: Florida State University 1998 Arts, Visual and Performing

It was easy to find off-campus... It was easy to find off-campus housing. 12345 Off-Campus Housing: March 03, 2009 Report

FSUMD says: Florida State University 2015 Other

It is nice to have a place to stay... It is nice to have a place to stay after freshman year, but it's perfectly fine if you don't. Many students here live on campus, as I do. 12345 Off-Campus Housing: February 23, 2009 Report

FSUHR says: Florida State University 2016 Family and Consumer Sciences

It's very convenient. There are... It's very convenient. There are apartments on all four sides of the campus. If proximity is your issue, there's a solution to that, and if price is your concern, there's a wide range of apartments to choose from. 12345 Off-Campus Housing: February 22, 2009 Report

FSUMH says: Florida State University 2010 Communication and Journalism

FSU doesn't have enough housing... FSU doesn't have enough housing for all its incoming freshmen, so thousands have to live off campus with no other choice. Do your research and read reviews online. Many places take advantage of students. 12345 Off-Campus Housing: February 22, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

I moved off campus my sophomore... I moved off campus my sophomore year. Trust me, it’s much better than living in a dorm. Plus, there are tons of apartments within walking distance. Living off campus is affordable and worth it. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

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