Student Housing off campus

There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about off-campus student housing. Is it safe? Is it cheaper? Is it clean? After the cocoon of the first year spent in university housing, students are entering into the unknown. Here’s our guide to the myths of off-campus housing.

5 Myths About Off-Campus Privatized Student Housing

1. It’s not as safe as on-campus housing.
Off-campus student housing companies hire security guards to monitor the building just like on-campus housing does. There are also similar key-card entries and other safety measures.
2. Dorm housing is cheaper when you add in gas, electricity, and food.
Depending on the student, Dorm housing may in fact be less expensive. But if you’re willing to cook for yourself, find a location walking-distance to campus, and have a great roommate, you’ll be amazed at how much money you can save.
3. Off-campus housing is where the wild parties are – I need to study!
Apartments are actually much quieter than dorms as a rule, even when the complex caters to an all-student population. Barring the inevitable social scene of Friday and Saturday nights, students have plenty of peace and quiet to study. In fact, off-campus housing is often less distracting since students have more choice over their roommates.
4. Apartment companies are just looking to turn a profit.
Yes, off-campus housing companies do like to make money – but to do that, they have to be competitive by offering great service and a positive experience. Attracting and keeping student tenants is important to them, and many provide value-added services – like EZTrackIt instant package notifications – to sweeten the deal.
5. Off-campus housing doesn’t care about students.
We work with a lot of off-campus privatized student housing, and what strikes us is just how much they care about their renters. They want to create an efficient, professional, reliable and caring atmosphere for students (which is one of the reasons they come to us to make their inbound package tracking simple and seamless).

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