University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Most students at U of I will tell you that off-campus housing is the only way to go after freshman year—if you're not already living in a Greek house, of course. Living in the dorms for four years is just not an option for most people, not just because of the “dork” stigma, but also because it is not necessary or financially smart. There are housing options all over campus, and most of them are closer to the Quad than the dorms are—and virtually all are much cheaper This housing generally comes with a parking space and air conditioning. Most importantly, it gives residents the option of hosting parties and offers residents more space and privacy.

Even if you are still sharing a room, you won’t have to wear flip-flops in the shower or eat with 300 other people. Some people might still choose to buy a meal package, but most people are more than willing to cook their own meals for a change. On the other hand, the newest, nicest apartments can be costly. You might have to choose between a cheap, ugly apartment and a chic but expensive one. The only thing you should not settle for is a bad landlord. The Student Tenant Union is there for this very reason. Before you even rent an apartment, you should check with the Tenant Union to see if the apartment or landlord has had complaints filed against them. If so, you probably don’t want to live there. Also, if you do end up with a bad landlord, you can go to the Union and complain. They will tell you your rights and help you with any housing questions.

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Off-Campus Housing at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

warner13

Community Health Services and Counseling '13

3.5

B

Housing Is Ok

It is easy to find apartments, however, many are expensive

May 28, 2012

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Off-Campus Housing at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

christinahan

Biological Sciences '14

3.5

B

Apartments Close to Campus Are Expensive

There are some very nice apartments, with state-of-art designing, but they are very expensive, on the par with apartment costs in Chicago downtown, which is ridiculous seeing how Champaign is only a campus town in a rural area. To get apartments close to the quad, you have to take action very early on in the year. If you opt for apartments farther away from campus, without fancy facilities, you can get apartments for reasonable prices.

May 24, 2012

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Off-Campus Housing at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

nethri2

Optometry '11

3.8

B+

Struggle Between Cost and Quality

Overall, apartments at UIUC are dirt cheap-but be prepared for the quality you are paying for. Quality apartments are usually in prime campus locations and cost upwards of $700 a person. But a majority of options are a 10+ minute walk from campus and usually are very old buildings with gross furniture and a musty smell. You should sign a lease almost a year in advance to get a sought-after apartment building.

Apr 26, 2012

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