Syracuse University - Off-Campus Housing

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There is a broad selection when choosing an off-campus house. Most students find it both appealing and fairly easy to move into an off-campus house or apartment in their junior year. One of the main appeals is simply a matter of economics—living off campus costs less than living in the dorms. Also, most off-campus locations are close to campus (within a 20-minute walk), and you are afforded a little more freedom since there are no RAs or Public Safety officers to bother you. The process can be a bit lengthy, since there are many realtors and many locations to choose from. Make sure you start your search about a year in advance.

A good alternative to off-campus housing are the SU-owned apartment complexes in South Campus, which require a five-minute drive or bus ride to get to. South, as it is known, is a good option for someone to live outside of the dorms but not completely on their own. South is usually a popular choice for sophomores. Although technically considered on-campus housing, the South Campus apartments give a good “partially off-campus” feel. Students seem to enjoy the apartment-style living option because it is a good transition point between dormitory life and being completely on your own. However, many students choose to live entirely on their own, and they enjoy it just fine—except for having to walk everywhere. If you do decide to move off campus, a car is an investment you should take into serious consideration.

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Students Speak Out

SUZJ says: Syracuse University 2016 Architecture and Planning

The best time to look is in... The best time to look is in September of each new year. It's really competitive to find a nice house for cheap and one that's close to campus. When you find one, you'll be saving money. 12345 Off-Campus Housing: April 10, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

Off-campus housing is never... Off-campus housing is never convenient without a car of your own. Yes, buses are constantly available and are made to be as convenient as possible, but it can be annoying and a chore. Most people move off campus their junior year. It is definitely worth the move financially. You will be saving your parents over $1,500 in most cases. My opinion is that it is definitely worth it. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

Off-campus housing usually proves... Off-campus housing usually proves amenable to students’s needs. The campus is surrounded by several inexpensive residential neighborhoods. There are tons of houses and apartments that you can rent for very little money. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

Everyone has a two-year housing... Everyone has a two-year housing contract. Girls often will move into their sorority houses. South Campus also offers an apartment-style feeling. There’s freedom there, but it is pretty far from campus. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

Anonymous says:

Off-campus housing is very... Off-campus housing is very convenient. During junior and senior year, most people live off campus. In most ways, it is definitely worth it. 12345 Off-Campus Housing Report

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