Friday, September 23, 2016

Looking For Umn Off Campus Housing

By Sandra Moore


When a student is accepted by a university many will need to leave home and find some suitable living accommodation. A large number of universities have student block accommodation on site but places are limited and they tend to fill up quickly. If you are looking for umn off campus housing there are some important things to think about and some care is needed before you make any decisions.

Before you begin your search for somewhere to live you should take a careful look at your finances to work out how much you have to pay the rent each month. Leasing a one bedroom apartment will cost around six hundred dollars per month and this may or may not be furnished. A three bed house will cost approximately fifteen hundred dollars but you will also need to budget for the utility bills which are separate.

A sensible place to search for a place to live is at your university. Most will have notice boards displaying adverts for properties that are available for students to rent. It can be worth chatting with teachers, friends and fellow students to see if they have any advice or help.

It is often a struggle for new students, away from home for the first time, to budget their money and many will take on jobs to pay their bills. A good solution to bring down your monthly costs is to rent a larger property and share with others. This is a good option for many as it ensures that all rental costs and utility bills are split between the tenants.

If you decide take rental accommodation is it very important to think about what household items you are going to need. Many properties are unfurnished and you will need to purchase items to make it homely. Another thing to consider is that along with the first months rent payment, agents will require a deposit against damages, which is refunded at the end of the tenancy if the property in good order.

A large number of student housing villages will have other amenities to benefit their paying tenants. Study areas, libraries and swimming pools are often made available and free internet access is also included. Extra facilities may include small supermarkets, diners and bars and these make living on the complex more convenient.

One of the benefits of student housing complexes is that they will usually be situated very close to the universities. Most will be within a short walking distance which will save you money on transport costs. Many large universities will provide a free mini bus to some parts of town if they have large numbers of students living in the same area.

Another consideration is the length of time you are staying in the rental property. Most landlords and letting companies will offer a six to twelve month lease which you will need to sign before taking on a property. When your course is due to last for more than a couple of years, it is worth asking for a longer tenancy, and a discount may be offered if you pay the rent in advance.




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