Ohio State University
- Off-Campus Housing

Quick Stats

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Off-campus housing is highly recommended at OSU, but only after at least one year of campus life. It’s almost expected that you’ll move off campus eventually—the biggest question is when. Having your own place shouldn’t cost any more than living in the dorms, and if you do it right, you can actually be paying less. Prices vary drastically depending on what you want, however. Planning early is the best idea, no matter what type of housing you seek—start looking after winter break, at the very latest. Pick roommates early (if applicable), and start looking at what’s available. Wait too long, and you’ll find yourself out of options and facing another year in the dorms. After you’re done with freshman year in the residence halls, you have a better idea what campus life is like. Students recommend getting a quad with your best friends on South Campus as an alternative to moving into an apartment—at least for the second year. If you do move off campus quickly, try to live somewhere close. The number of people you meet plummets when you move out of the residence halls, so try to make as many friends as possible while you’re in the dorms; you might be glad to have those connections later on.

Be sure that you’re ready to pay your own bills, buy your own food, deal with neighbors (sans RA), and handle many other responsibilities before you decide to get your own place. If in doubt, check out the off-campus housing Web site and pick up a copy of the OSU renting guide. Most realtors in the area are also friendly, and they’re quick to help students find housing and work through whatever problems may arise.

Ohio State Student ReviewsWhat's This?

Sort by:

Most RecentMost PopularHighest Grades

Off-Campus Housing at Ohio State University

sillyusername

'15

Anthropology and Archaeology

2.7

C+

Housing Is Difficult

Don't even bother looking for off campus housing if it's past December. There's plenty of housing close to campus if you can get to it a year ahead.

Jan 19, 2012

Comment actions: Rate

12345

Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Off-Campus Housing at Ohio State University

amd324

'15

Zoology and Entomology

4.2

A-

Off Campus Options.

There are a lot of off campus options available with apartments and houses readily available from several realities. Its a bit cheaper and the extra space is nice, but safety is a concern because break-ins are common. Parking is limited but usually a few spaces are free per unit. The school offers a few info sessions about off campus options. Its worth looking into.

Jan 10, 2012

Comment actions: Rate

12345

Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Off-Campus Housing at Ohio State University

jackson2073

'15

Sociology

4.2

A-

Off-Campus Housing

All the houses I've been to seem to accommodate everyone, and they all seem to enjoy living there. Safety is the only issue.

Dec 13, 2011

Comment actions: Rate

12345

Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

What do you think of your school? Register to submit reviews to let others know what it's really like »

First

Previous

Page 1 of 14

Next

Last

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate the off-campus housing on the following topics

What is the off-campus housing selection like near campus and is it worth it?

How helpful is the school in helping students find off-campus housing?