Housing Bonanza!

It is hard to believe that it’s already time to start looking into housing for next year. Recently I have been looking at apartments with my two suite mates. There are so many aspects to consider, that it can sometimes be overwhelming. Whether you’re ready to spread your wings and live on your own in an apartment or take the plunge into Purdue’s Greek life, the great thing about this university is that the choices are certainly not limited.

Things to think about when considering your housing options for next year:

1. Who do you want to live with?
2. Do you want to live in a dorm, sorority/fraternity, co-op, apartment, or house?
3. How much you can afford per month for rent?
4. How close do you want to be to campus?
5. Are you willing to cook your own meals and clean your own bathrooms?
   

If you choose a house or an apartment you need to consider:

1. Number of bedrooms and bathroom?
2. Available parking and cost
3. Utilities included?
4. 10 or 12 month lease and policy on subleasing
5. Wash and dryer included or nearby
6. Furnished or unfurnished
7. Safe location
8. What floor you want to live on
9. Reliable and timely maintenance
10. Trustworthy landlords

Obviously, I could go on and on with these lists, but this is at least a pretty good start. Remember to be proactive in your search and ask plenty of questions along the way. Next school year is going to come upon us before we know it. I imagine we all want to make the best of the precious time we have left in college, and where we live and who we live with will likely play a huge part in our experience here at Purdue. Happy searching!