Tips to Help You Transition to Student Housing in Bellingham, WA

by | Aug 2, 2021 | Student Housing Center

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If you have decided that dorm life is not for you, taking steps to find off campus housing near WWU can be beneficial. Here are a few tips to help you through the transition.

Make sure you choose responsible roommates. You don’t want to live in an environment that is unhealthy or distracting. Additionally, if you choose the wrong roommates, this could lead to property damage and expensive fees. Look for roommates who will contribute to housework, maintain an overall responsible lifestyle, and pay their bills on time.

As you look for roommates who will share off campus housing WWU housing with you, make sure you have open communication before moving in. Be upfront about paying bills, doing chores, and creating schedules. Everyone should agree with the house rules. If you talk about these things before moving in, this will help you avoid conflict later.

It is important to set up a realistic budget. If you can find student housing that includes amenities that will save you money, this can be beneficial. For example, having a washing machine and dryer in the apartment will save you money. Or having access to a gym and recreation facilities will save you money because you won’t be spending money on recreation outside of your living space or pay for a membership at a gym.

Learn how Lark Bellingham has created an off-campus student housing complex with a variety of amenities and features that will make your life more convenient by visiting this website.