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OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING IN EIGHT EASY STEPS
Step One:
Begin with broad options and narrow down as you go.
Step Two:
Prioritize what type of housing you want to live in
Step Three:Develop a financial budget for rent, utilities, food, transportation, entertainment, and emergency costs. Generally, living in a house with roommates is usually cheaper than living in an apartment on your own.
Typical Area Rents:
Step Four:
Consider what types of transportation are available and convenient. Check to see if there is a Gallaudet Shuttle or DC Metro and Bus services close to your place of residence. Many local apartment communities are on DC Metro and Bus services.
Step Five:
Check for safety by:
Step Six:
Signing a lease protects you as a renter.
Step Seven:
Step Eight:
Look into obtaining renters insurance:
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