University Square Apartments

Pros:
Very close to campus, within a 5 minute walk
Fairly new buildings
Secure doors, 24 hour security, permit-​only parking
Rent package includes w/​s/​t, high speed internet, phone, and cable
Apartments come with a washer/​dryer in each unit
Nice gated courtyard for children, and other green areas with tables and grills
There are utility rooms between apartments to keep noise levels down
Cons:
Very cheap appliances (i.e., dishwasher doesn’t wash dishes)
Air conditioning is awful, almost completely ineffective
Slow repair times, and only after multiple calls
Lots of unannounced inspections from RAs and others – no right to privacy here
Window slides break frequently and require constant maintenance
Parking permits are $ 225+ per car every 12 months
Some apartments are forced to park cars in distant lots and garages
Bottom line: For around $ 725/​month, you get a decent apartment close to campus with lots of amenities and utilities included. However, for a comparable price you can live in a nicer apartment with better appliances, air conditioning, and fewer adolescent neighbors. It all depends on your preferences, but overall not a bad place to live.