It’s actually not unheard of around here; monthly rates run $350-500/month with full hookups, washer/dryer access, bath houses and usually free wifi. Some may winterize the bath houses, so you may not have access in the winter months. I have heard of kids buying an old camper on the cheap and renovating them, but it helps to be very handy. Doesn’t sound too bad, but here’s where it starts to add up: you need to be near a public bus route or you need a car. There usually aren’t campgrounds within walking distance or even biking distance. Students aren’t allowed to park in commuter lots overnight, so even if you have something drivable, you’ll definitely need a permanent place to park.
Edited to add: usually the kids around here who go the campground route have access to a family owned camper, as they can be very pricey.
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