1-Bedroom Apartment?

NovaLynnx
Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:13:27 +0000

I had my own apartment one year when I was at a college too far away to commute to. I loved it. Only you know your own situation with depression and what you can tolerate, as well as afford. Have you considered finding someone to share a 2-bedroom apartment with? Depending on the area, splitting the costs of a 2-bedroom might be cheaper than paying yourself on a 1-bedroom, and you’d still have your own privacy from your roommate. If you don’t have friends looking to room with you, start chatting with people around campus or online from your school and see if anyone’s interested.

If not, then a 1-bedroom or studio apartment might be good for you (studios are typically cheaper and you really don’t need all of that space of a 1-bedroom apt to yourself in college). Just be sure to read the entire lease carefully, and know what utilities are or are not included in the rent. Consider renter’s insurance if you have expensive stuff in your apartment, including a computer, tv, appliances, etc. And be sure to see the exact apartment you’ll be renting - don’t let them show you “models” or a “similar” apartment if the one they’re trying to rent currently has people in it. You don’t want to sign a lease and then find out your apartment isn’t exactly what you expected.

Check things out when you’re viewing places - turn on all lights, see how many outlets/jacks they have, look at the windows and see if they open, check the thermostat, see how secure the door locks are, if they offer on-site laundry or if you have to drive/walk to a laundromat. Check the faucets, run the toilet - make sure you’re in for no surprises.