<p>Both are quite common, though I’d say most tend to live in apartments. There are really nice neighborhoods near campus though where living in a house is really a viable option.</p>
<p>I do know a lot of people who live in houses with more than three people and I personally, have never heard of any problems.</p>
<p>Fortunately, housing in Columbia is pretty reasonable and there is a huge variety of options that fits for everyone. Some people want to live within walking distance while others want a lot of space. Some want to be in a quieter more family neighborhood, while others prefer being surrounded by other students and always being near the social scene. There’s pretty much something for everyone and the prices are really good if you can get two or three people together.</p>
<p>My friends and I decided that we didn’t want to live in student housing, so we’re living in an apartment complex near USC, but it is not specifically geared towards students. There are families, young couples, older people, and students living there.</p>