Finding a home that suits your needs is probably new territory for you. Students living on their own have quite a few things to consider, which is why we have created this guide for finding a fabulous student apartment.
Keep reading to find out what you should consider while apartment shopping.
Location
The location of your new home is important for many reasons. First, of course, you will want to find an apartment close to school and close to your place of employment (if you already have a job). There are a few other location factors to consider as well, however.
Will the building have a laundry room? If not, you may want to find an apartment that is close to a laundromat.
Will you be driving or taking the bus? Looking into what the daily traffic will be like is an excellent way to save you some time and a few headaches. If you plan on taking the bus, check your navigation app to see if a convenient bus route is available.
How close will the apartment be to a grocery or department store? As a student, you will want to save as much time as possible, so considering store locations can be helpful.
Is the neighborhood safe? I’m not saying you cannot handle yourself, but avoiding a bad situation altogether is a better alternative.
Size
The size of your apartment may not seem like a crucial deciding factor, but it actually is quite important.
Frequently, homes that are referred to as “student apartments” online are pretty small. Some people can handle living in a 300 sq ft space, but most can’t. Having enough room to walk around freely, store your belongings, and have a quiet place to study makes all the difference in your college experience.
If you plan to have a roommate, consider whether or not you both will have the privacy you need. Having a roommate can help financially, but you may want to shoot for an apartment that is at least 1000 sq ft in order to not “cramp each other’s style.”
Budget
Speaking of finances, you’re going to want to find an apartment that fits into your budget. Your parents may be paying for everything; if so, great. If not, figure out how much money your necessities will cost, such as food, travel, books, class fees, clothes, etc.
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Your rent should fit comfortably within your budget and leave you with some remaining funds. Also, don’t forget to ask if utilities are covered because you don’t want to have a surprise electric or gas bill once the lease is signed.
Considering all of these expenses, a roommate might sound nice right about now. Having a roommate can help you save money and be able to afford a larger or nicer apartment.
Neighbors
When I moved into my first home, I had a 1-year-old, and our downstairs neighbor was a very busy student. He would become very frustrated while trying to study because, according to him, my child was bowling a turkey every night while he was trying to concentrate.
If you need peace while studying, avoid neighbors with noisy dogs or children. And, If you plan on doing some college partying, you may want to avoid neighbors that have children, are elderly, or share walls.
Updates and Cleanliness
Last but certainly not least, you may want to look for an apartment that is updated and kept up with by the landlord.
When viewing the apartment, check for broken appliances, broken doors, a run-down landscape or interior, exposed wires, etc. This will give you a good idea of whether or not you will have to spend time hounding your landlord to fix your leaking pipes or worry about pests invading your home.
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Having an apartment with the building’s maintenance worker living in the building is an added plus. It signifies that your issues may be resolved in a timely manner.
Now that you know what to look for in an apartment, all you need to know is what to look for IN your apartment. Look over this first apartment checklist to ensure you don’t forget any of the essentials.
Finding a fabulous student apartment should be the least of your worries now that you know what to consider. So, bookmark this guide for reference and get excited for the college adventures that await you!
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