Finding the right off-campus rental can be more complicated when you are searching for housing for a large group. Each roommate might prefer a private bedroom and bathroom, with ample common space. A functional kitchen space and laundry area might also be a must-have.
Moving into Ohio University off-campus housing is one of the first times many students have access to a full kitchen. While eating out in Uptown Athens is convenient, relying on restaurants and takeout for every meal can quickly become one of the largest expenses in your monthly budget.
Moving into Ohio University off-campus housing is one of the first times many students have access to a full kitchen. While eating out in Uptown Athens is convenient, relying on restaurants and takeout for every meal can quickly become one of the largest expenses in your monthly budget.
Renting your first apartment might be an unfamiliar process, since it’s a little bit different from living in a school dorm. Many students begin searching for Ohio University off-campus housing without realizing that landlords often require several documents before approving an application.
Having your own student apartment or rental offers you greater independence and flexibility than dorm living. However, living in an Athens apartment does come with more responsibilities.
It’s almost Fall, y’all! Athens might be known among Ohio college culture as the destination for Halloween, but that’s not nearly all we’ve got going on. And of course, there’s more to Autumn than the ubiquitous Starbucks PSL.
Once you move into your first off-campus apartment, your next challenge is to transform its drab interior into a comfortable place to study and relax. For many Ohio University students, one of the biggest questions is whether to buy furniture new or secondhand.
When searching for off-campus housing, it's easy to think there's plenty of time. After all, if your current lease doesn't end for several months, why rush?
Moving into a new rental is an exciting experience. But it could get overwhelming if it’s your first time living in off-campus housing near OU. Finding the right property to move into for an entire school year is important.
Rent is only part of the cost of living off campus. For many Ohio University students, utilities like electricity, water, gas, and internet can quietly add hundreds of dollars to monthly expenses.