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For a small town, Lexington and the surrounding area provide a good deal of off-campus housing for students who want to venture out. Lists of housing are passed through fraternities and sororities, but even non-Greek students who are willing to invest some effort can usually find what they need. The quality of the housing varies wildly, however, from new houses on hilltops outside of town to apartments in poorly-lit and run-down mansions. Plus, students who want to control where they end up have to start looking for off-campus digs extremely early because of the rush of students to get off-campus in their junior years. This can be a serious hassle, since the school does not provide official assistance for students looking for off-campus housing.

The cost of living in Lexington or Rockbridge County is low, so students who find roommates to share the cost shouldn’t have to worry about exorbitant rents. The off-campus housing is generally safe, courtesy of Lexington’s low crime rate, but theft can occur in town when students get careless. Students should know that many of the country roads further away from campus dip and curve around rolling hills and sharp bends. Driving is treacherous when it snows, which can be a problem when W&L doesn’t cancel class. It’s a consideration a lot of students try to take when searching for a good place off campus.

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Off-Campus Housing at Washington & Lee University

alexanderr13

'13

Political Science and Government

5.0

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Living in the "Country"

A popular area for off-campus housing is located in what is referred to as "the country." This area is a 7 minute drive away from campus, or a 2 mile bike, run, or walk. The area includes a variety of great living options. There are many houses, which are offered at good rent rates and are of a nice quality. Most of W&L's off-campus parties are located in the country, so living out there makes getting to and from parties convenient. And most houses in the country have easy access to the night bus service.

Dec 02, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at Washington & Lee University

mrrb12

'14

Psychology

4.2

A-

Pretty Easy

Lots of nice options with off-campus housing as a senior/junior. Typically you live in houses passed down by your fraternity or sorority with 4-5 other people. Frat off-campus houses tend to be disgusting, as they host lots of parties and hardly ever get totally clean. Sorority houses are much neater, but I guess that's to be expected.

Apr 14, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at Washington & Lee University

salpup

'14

English

4.2

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Lucky or Not

Off campus housing can be spotty. Students often complain of less than desirable landlords. The good part of this, of course, is that you don't have to worry about ruining a rental (aka parties can definitely happen).

Nov 14, 2010

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