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Iowa State University - Off-Campus Housing - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

Off-Campus Housing

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Quick Stats

Undergrads Living Off Campus 61%
Average Off-Campus Room & Board $8,550

Best Time to Look for a Place

At least eight weeks before you plan to move—spring, if possible

Popular Areas
  • Alpine
  • Lincoln Park Apartments
  • Polo Run
  • Sterling University Plains
Average Rents
  • 1 BR: $530
  • 2 BR: $650
  • Studio: $400

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

On-campus housing isn’t for everyone, obviously. A whopping 65 percent of students live off campus, so off-campus housing in Ames clearly has a lot to offer. They seem to cite freedom and price as their main motivators, but living off campus does have its drawbacks. Students have to commute to class and deal with landlords, contracts, and roommates meeting rent payments.

Housing that is close to campus tends to be more expensive, so if you are looking to live off campus, you must decide how important proximity is to you. If it is important, it might be worth the extra bucks to be close to campus. If money is tight, and you don’t mind the bus, then living several blocks away might be a nice option for you. Ames offers a wide variety of off-campus housing, not only apartments, but also houses for rent. Before signing a contract for any apartment or house, know what your base payment covers and how much of the utilities you must pay as well. Check the proximity to the bus routes if you plan to rely on CyRide, and begin the search early so you can shop around and find the place that feels the most like home. Housing can be expensive, so try to get the best deal for the best place.

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Off-Campus Housing at Iowa State University

abvoels

'14

Hospitality Management

3.5
B

Off Campus Housing

I have never lived off campus. I find it easier to just stay on campus but from what I hear from friends off campus housing is easy to find and a good value.

Jan 18, 2012

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Off-Campus Housing at Iowa State University

nthuynh

'15

Chemical Engineering

4.6
A

Apartments Are Expensive!

Cost of off-campus housing at Iowa State University varies depending on how far it is to the main campus. The closer the housing is to main campus, the more expensive it is compared to further housing to main campus.

Dec 28, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at Iowa State University

emperez

'15

Materials Engineering

3.5
B

Lagacy

Large apartments in close proximity to campus. Also adding on next year. They are putting in a pool and a few hot tubs along with a gym.

Dec 12, 2011

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