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What you should know when searching for off-campus accommodation. A thread
1. If you're looking for areas which are close in proximity to the school or walking distance 5-15 minutes max here's a list of some places.
- Pleasant View Drive
-Holders Hill
-Wanstead Gardens
-Wanstead Heights
-Free Hill
- Pleasant View Drive
-Holders Hill
-Wanstead Gardens
-Wanstead Heights
-Free Hill
Note that single rooms or studio apartments in these areas are very limited and their price range is usually from $850-$1000 based on the size.
If you are not lucky in your search for an apartment nearby , you can, however, settle for one that is on the 7am-11 pm shuttle route. This includes;
-Oxnards
-Husbands
-West Terrance
-Oxnards
-Husbands
-West Terrance
Warrens and Environs is also an option but please note that the shuttle operates from 4:00pm each day. Meaning that if you live along that route you will have to find other means of transportation to and from campus before that time.
Each apartment/room varies from the other in terms of living arrangements etc. In some cases, the landlord may live in the same complex or in the same house. So before settling for a place, ensure that you ask for this information.
Some cases you may meet your housemates and floormates for the first time, other times you may plan on renting with someone and sometimes it can be a lil mix of both. Always ask if there are already tenants living there and try to familiarise yourself with them before moving in.
The price will always be dependent. Factors such as Size, type of neighbourhood, number of bedrooms and bathrooms all play a role in the price of the accommodation. (You won't get anything in the Pleasant View area for less than $750). Also, Utilities are not always included.
You are free to seek out your own accommodation. However, I urge you to seek clarification from the off-campus office before taking up residence and signing any contracts with landlords.
To add to this, ensure that you inquire about pets before you agree on the apartment.
