Housing & Living Guide Spring 2018

Spring 2018

Housing & Living Guide

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8 ways to drive your roommate crazy

1. Eat the last slice of his or her Mother Bear’s Pizza pizza.

2. Enter his or her room without knocking.

3. Leave clumps of hair in the bathtub after you shower.

4. Use the last of his or her toothpaste without asking.

Nothing is more satisfying than seeing your roommate come home after a long day hoping to eat her leftover Munchie Madness only to find that you, in fact, finished it without asking.

Your roommate will absolutely love you for eating the last slice.

Trust me, nothing will make her happier.

If your roommate’s door is closed, it actually means he wants you to enter without any sort of warning. He would love it if you interrupted an intense scene of "Game of Thrones" to talk about how an exam went or to ask advice on an outfit for a night out.

And after you leave, don’t forget to leave the door open — privacy is overrated anyway.

Roommates love to clean up after each other, especially when it’s clumps of thick, curly wet hair left stuck to the bathtub floor. There’s nothing your roommate will appreciate more than having to take time out of her already busy morning to peel your hair off of the walls before showering.

Picture this. Your roommate has been up late studying. All he wants is to get ready for bed quickly and easily. He pulls out his toothpaste, and he goes to squeeze it onto the toothbrush when he realizes there is none left because you finished it this morning. It’s too late to go out and buy some, so he’s forced to go to sleep with a dirty mouth.

5. Definitely never do any of the house chores, even if it is your turn.

6. Mess up his or her Netflix queue.

7. Take too long in the bathroom every morning even though you know your roommate will likely be late for his or her class.

If you share a bathroom with your roommate, it's best to take way too long in the morning showering, doing your makeup or straightening your hair. Your roommate will love being late to class every morning because you needed an extra 10 minutes to get the perfect winged eyeliner.

8. “Borrow” your roommate's favorite top and then “forget” to give it back.

Nearly every household assigns chores to each roommate.

DON’T DO THEM. It may seem like your roommates want you to take out the trash every week or start the dishwasher whenever it’s loaded, but don’t be fooled.

He’ll like it much more if you ignore all of your household responsibilities, forcing your other roommates to pick up the slack.

Chances are you only have one main TV in your house or apartment, and chances are that TV is only hooked up to one Netflix account. To ensure proper roommate bonding, you should watch all of your roommate’s TV shows without him. That way, when he logs on to watch the next episode of "Grey’s Anatomy," the queue will be set a few episodes ahead.

Lastly, the best part of having a roommate is the ability to have two, maybe even three or four closets! I’m sure your roommate will happily share her brand new top with you, especially if you don’t ask. Simply walk into her room, take it and wear it out without her knowing. And forget to give it back when you're done!

Your roommate doesn’t need it back.

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What to know about parking at IU

By Caroline Anders | anders6@umail.iu.edu | @clineanders

tow zone space or garage from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. on weekdays and all day during the weekend.

Annual cost: $197.04 Value employee (EM-V) permit This permit allows employees to park in ST spaces north of 17th Street through the date indicated on the permit.

Cost: $2 per month

Parked cars are lined up against the curb on E. 6th St.

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ith approximately 35,000 parking citations issued by the Office of IU Parking Operations in the past year, here’s what you need to know about permits and meters to avoid receiving a ticket.

STUDENT PERMITS Campus housing (CH) permit A CH permit allows IU students to park in the CH space with a number matching their permit and any ST space.

CH permit prices vary from $197.78 and $226.

Commuter (ST) permit This permit is suited for students who reside in off-campus housing or are otherwise not eligible for a CH permit. It allows students to park in any STmarked space.

These spaces primarily include stadium parking, but ST spaces can also be found on North Jordan Avenue, by the Smith Research Center and the McCalla School.

Annual cost: $166.92 (valid through Aug. 31, 2018) Evening permit An evening permit allows

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students to park in the Student Recreational Sports Center lot after receiving validation from the SRSC. Annual cost: $82.92 (valid through August 31, 2018) All above Students with a CH, ST or evening permit can also park in any non-tow zone space or garage from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. on weekdays and all day during the weekend.

FACULTY AND STAFF PERMITS Premium employee (EM-P) permit Holders of an EM-P permit can park in any EM-P, EM-S, CH3 or ST space as well as any garage space.

EM-P permitted vehicles can also drive into the core of campus between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, a permission not granted to all permit holders.

Annual cost: $568.68 Standard employee (EM-S) permit Those with EM-S permits can park in any EM-S, CH3 or ST space.

They can also park in any non-

Reserved (R) permit R permit holders will be designated a numbered reserved space. They can also park in any EM-P, EM-S, CH3 or ST space as well as any garage.

Vehicles carrying an R permit can also drive into the core of campus between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, a permission not granted to all kinds of permits.

Annual cost: $2,124

OTHER PERMITS Bike permit Anyone with a bike permit can use any bike rack at IU, both in and outside of parking garages.

Bikes lacking permits are subject to citation or impoundment.

Cost: a one-time $10 fee Motorcycle (M) permit Motorcycle permit holders can park in any motorcycledesignated space as well as the vehicle zone space indicated on their permit.

Permit prices vary by location as motorcycle permits are attached to a parking zone.

Disabled parking (D) permits Disabled parking permits allow anyone who demonstrates a need to park in any ADA-accessible space, any D parking zone,

any garage and at any disabled meter for free.

Holders of this permit can also park in any non-tow zone space or garage between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends.

Vehicles carrying a D permit can also drive into the core of campus between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, a permission not granted to all vehicles.

All vehicles Any vehicle, with or without a permit, can enjoy parking in CH spaces from 5 p.m. Friday to 11 p.m. Sunday.

Look out for signage indicating changes to this rule during special events.

Parking is also free during these holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Christmas.

PARKING METERS Campus meters are enforced Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. It is free to park at them at all other times.

Meter rates: 15 minutes - $0.25 10 minutes - $0.10 5 minutes - $0.05 Parking at a meter for a full day costs $15. A week’s worth of metered parking would set you back $75.

Metered parking is available at Stonebelt, Wells Library and at the Division of Residential Programs and Services, as well as many residence halls.

For more information on parking, visit the Office of IU Parking Operations’ website at parking.indiana.edu.

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Managing waste and recycling in Bloomington ANDREW WILLIAMS | IDS

City of Bloomington trash and recycling bins sit behind Phi Gamma Delta fraternity near Woodlawn Avenue. This is one of three available sizes provided by Bloomington for a monthly fee.

By Dominick Jean drjean@imail.iu.edu | @domino_jean

The amount of both solid waste and recyclables in Bloomington has increased throughout the years as IU and the city grow.

However, many students can be confused about how to deal with trash pickup, recycling and yard waste, and whether they’re eligible for the city sanitation program.

Bloomington provides curbside pickup for residents, including students living in off-campus housing, and as of 2017, the city has updated its sanitation services with automated mechanical arm trucks.

The Bloomington Sanitation Department issues one waste bin for a monthly fee, as well as one recycling bin provided at no cost.

Fees are based on the size of the bin provided. There are three sizes: a 35-gallon, a 64-gallon and a 96-gallon bin.

A house or household may trade their bin for a different size, according to the Bloomington site.

The 35-gallon bin is $6.22 per month, the 64-gallon bin is $10.52 per month and the 96-gallon bin is $16.60 per month.

Bloomington officials stress the importance of placing the bins correctly; otherwise, pickup cannot be guaranteed.

The City of Bloomington website says bins must be placed four feet from obstacles and 10 feet from vehicles, and they must be at the curb by 5 a.m. on pickup day.

Hazardous waste like gasoline, antifreeze, batteries, paints and other materials should not be put into trash bins or recycling carts, according to the City of Bloomington website. Monroe County has a Hazardous Materials Facility at 3400 S. Walnut St., which accepts these items.

Adam Wason, the director of public works for the City of Bloomington, said in a Sept. 2017 interview the new bins have radio frequency identification to provide data, which provides information on city participation in the new program by seeing the location of bins.

“We’re moving from an out-

dated 1950s model of sanitation service delivery to a modern-day, technologically advanced approach, which provides higher levels of customer service as well as higher levels of worker safety,” Wason said in the interview.

According to the Bloomington website, commercial properties, businesses, apartment complexes, housing developments and apartment housing with more than four apartments are not included in the Bloomington service.

A majority of landlords have deals where trash can be picked up by waste services. For those without recycling at their complex or property, there is a variety of recycling centers in the county where recyclables can be dropped off. Be sure to ask about trash pickup when moving into a new apartment, house or complex.

Sign up for city pickup If you're moving into a new residence that already has bins, you will begin receiving sanitation services once you have signed up

for water service through City of Bloomington Utilities.

If your residence does not have carts, you can contact Sanitation at sanitation@bloomington.in.gov or 812-349-3443.

Find Your Waste Pickup Day You can find your collection day through the city's mybloomington tool. Solid waste and recycling are collected on a weekly basis.

Not in city limits If you live outside Bloomington city limits or are not eligible for city trash service, you may take your trash in orange bags to any of the Monroe County Solid Waste District's four Rural Recycling Centers for free year-round disposal. Orange bags may be purchased at major grocery or hardware stores.

Call the Monroe County Solid Waste District at 812-349-2020 for more details.

For more information, visit the Bloomington Sanitation Department’s website at bloomington.in.gov/sanitation.

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Students often forget to review some important things when deciding where they’re going to live. It is beneficial to check floor plans of different dorms and research what buildings are close to the neighborhood you plan to live in.

Questions you forgot to ask on the tour

By Peter Talbot pjtalbot@umail.iu.edu | @petejtalbot

When it comes to off-campus housing, just finding a property with all the things you desire. And when it comes time to signing the lease, going through pages of legal jargon can be tedious, but don’t sign before asking yourself and your landlord a few questions.

Stacee Williams, director of IU Student Legal Services, shared some advice on leases and properties. Eric Sader, assistant director of Bloomington Housing and Neighborhood Development, which enforces code and inspects rental housing, explained how his office can assist students.

1. Are these the people I really want to live with?

Sharing a house or apartment with other people can be difficult.

Dishes pile up, shared spaces become cluttered and unwanted guests may be hard to avoid.

With the right roommates, good communication and some ground rules, living with others doesn’t have to be a nightmare.

Ask yourself, "Do I trust these people?" and "Are they respon-

sible?"

2. What type of lease is it?

What happens when one of your roommates skips town?

“If it's a joint and several liability lease you're all bound to pay that full amount of rent whether most of the roommates move out or not and stop paying,” Williams said. “The landlord can go after one or all of the tenants.”

Some leases are non-joint leases. This means that you agree to pay your portion of the rent, and if your roommates leave or can’t pay, you aren’t responsible for their portion.

However, these leases can come with a downside.

“Most of those types of leases have provisions where the tenant is agreeing that the landlord can place anybody in their unit,” Williams said. “So you get people living together who don’t know each other.”

3. How long is the lease?

If the property you are looking at has a 12-month lease, you will still be responsible for rent during the summer months. If you are not planning on staying the summer here, the needless property can be a drain on your finances.

If you can't get a 10-month lease, start planning to find a subtenant.

“Students can also try and negotiate those leases with landlords, so that's something they should consider,” Sader said. “If it's not a 12-month by default or a 10-month by default then maybe that's something they can try and negotiate with the landlord.”

4. Do you allow subleasing?

When it comes to a 12-month lease, one way to cover rent over the summer is through subleasing, where you find another person to pay your rent by allowing them to live in your lease.

Make sure your landlord allows this and ask about any provisions they have, if they need to approve who is subleasing the property and whether or not there is a fee for subleasing.

5. What kind of fees might I be charged and are they fair?

Aside from the security deposit, your lease may include additional administrative fees or other unexpected expenses.

Williams said landlords are limited in what they can do with security deposits by law. Your de-

posit can’t be used for repair on the property unless damages are beyond normal wear and tear.

“Essentially, landlords, in order to get around those limitations in the law in what they can do with security deposits, sometimes they will add on additional contract expenses like administrative fees,” Williams said.

Williams also said most landlords are upfront and honest about security deposits. In some cases, there may not be anything that is called a security deposit, when in fact they are collecting what is in reality a security deposit through fees.

These fees can be challenged by the tenant, but it’s difficult.

“If you're looking at a bunch of fees and you decide you don't want to pay all that stuff up front, your best option is probably to go talk to another landlord," Williams said.

6. Have there been past maintenance issues?

The property you’re looking at may have had issues with a leaky roof or bad plumbing, but those might not be apparent on a tour.

Every property within city

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Files on Bloomington properties are available at the Housing and Neighborhood Development offices in Showers City Hall on North Morton Street.

“In the files, the primary thing you'll find is inspection history, which includes any standard inspections as well as any follow-up inspections if there's anything wrong with those initial inspections," Sader said.

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complaints that have been filed about the physical property and any complaint follow-up.

7. Can I see the actual unit?

Williams said some landlords will tour prospective tenants through a unit that is only used to show the typical room.

“They've never been lived in and that's not a good way to judge what it is you're actually getting in signing that contract," Williams said.

8. Is renters' insurance required?

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Some landlords require tenants to purchase renters' insurance, which protects your personal property and can cover expenses if the property becomes uninhabitable. Sader said most renters' insurance is fairly low-cost insurance that all tenants should at least consider.

"If something goes wrong in the apartment, whether it's the tenants fault or not, chances are there's not going to be any other insurance out there to cover the loss of personal items,” Williams said. “And so, it

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9. What are the expectations on move-out?

It’s important to know how clean your landlord expects the property to be when you leave.

If it’s not up to their standard, they may charge you a fee.

If damages to the house have occurred, Williams said the landlord may keep your security deposit if the damages are beyond the ordinary wear and tear of living there.

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Most dorm rooms are compact, so almost all floor space is taken up.

Weisenbach enjoys living on campus because of how convenient it is getting to class, but said she plans to move off campus next year so she can have more independence.

Even with a small work space, Weisenbach makes the most of her room and decorates with photos and lights. "I only study in my dorm. It's easy for me to differentiate schoolwork and relaxing time even when working in my room,” Weisenbach said.

Weisenbach and Huffman both use a Keurig coffee maker they have in their residence hall room. Weisenbach and Huffman make each other tea and coffee whenever they want it.

Even though there are many options for food on campus it helps to keep snacks and microwaveable food in your residence hall room.

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Personalize your room with accent lighting, such as string lights.

Keeping it lit The dos and don’ts of dorm room, apartment and home lighting

do Invest in a desk lamp so you don’t have to strain your eyes while studying late at night.

do Opt for compact fluorescent light bulbs instead of incandescent to conserve energy and cut back on your electricity bill.

don’t Go without a flashlight in case of emergency.

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Rely on the overhead lighting that comes with your living space.

Add some variety with task and mood lighting.

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Editor’s Picks

Top 10 things to know before you move off campus Moving off campus can be a big, stressful step in a student’s life. Here’s what we think you need to know and consider before making the leap.

Words by Lydia Gerike and Illustration by Madelyn Powers

1. Take a close look at the condition of your potential home.

Has your house been taken care of over the years? Does your apartment have water damage on the ceiling? Know what you may have to deal with before signing an agreement, and don’t hesitate to point something out.

2. Read your lease.

Understand each clause before signing to avoid any surprises or missteps later on. On top of the basics, there may be some specific preferences thrown in by your landlord. you’re 3. Know what you re paying for Different landlords have different policies for utilities and other amenities. Sometimes utilities are included, but often it is up to the tenants to pay the City of Bloomington. In old houses, you may have to keep your water running at low levels in the winter so the pipes don’t burst, which can drive up water bills.

4. Schedule times to clean Sometimes the kitchen, bathrooms or bedrooms can get messy without you or your roommates realizing it. By putting designated cleaning times into your calendar, you can ensure the dishes don’t get moldy and your toilet gets a solid scrub every so often.

5. Turn off your lights If you are paying for utilities, it’s especially important to use your energy wisely. Leaving your bedroom light on all day, every day could hike up the electric bill for both you and all your roommates.

6. Set ground rules with your roommates If you have a specific routine or pet peeves you already know will bother you, like someone taking your favorite mug without your permission, let your roommates know. Letting issues go unaddressed can leave you unhappy and lead to more serious problems later on. Also, let them know if something comes up early on in the year that you hadn’t realized would bother you.

7. Think about how you’re getting to class Depending on your location, walking to campus may not be an option. Check campus and city bus routes to see if any come close to where you live. People who live off-campus can also buy stadium parking passes and take the buses from there.

8. Groceries are expensive Buying food seemed a lot simpler when your parents did it for you. Think about what you really need for the week. Put it on a list to calculate what you’re spending and make sure you won’t get off track once you’re in the store. Factor in the occasional treat – after a long week, get those Oreos!

9. You’re probably responsible for summer rent Even if you go home or have an internship over the summer, many leases expect you to pay for a 12-month period. To save some money while your house sits empty, sublease your place to someone who is staying in town.

10. You’ll feel like an adult Sometimes it will mean you’ve got it all figured out, and other times it will just be because you realize you’re on your own. Living off campus is a big step toward being a full-fledged adult. It comes with both challenges and a freeing sense of independence that represents a new stage of life.

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Vincent, an orange tabby, sleeps next to his brother Rubeus a maine coon mix. Rubeus is 8-months-old and Vincent is 11-months-old.

Two cats isn’t too much Editor Cody Thompson shares what it takes to be a student, employee and cat-dad

By Cody Thompson Comthomp@umail.iu.edu @CodyMThompson

It’s around 1 a.m., the time I usually go to bed. I like to leave the blinds open so I can peer at the empty parking lot below my second-floor apartment. It’s quiet aside from the neighbor who usually arrives home late and slams the door of his red pickup truck.

Then, as my eyes drift closed, a stomach-churning thud followed by a high-pitched scratch echoes from my door. My eyelids snap open.

My cats are jumping into and clawing the door in a desperate attempt to enter the bedroom. A few expletives later, I stand up, open the door and corral the

wilder one into his kennel for the remainder of the evening.

When I look at my alarm clock, I know it’s only a few hours until my 8 a.m. starts the next day. I slam my head down on my pillow with a few more words I wouldn’t want my mother to hear and attempt to sleep.

This is a daily experience that comes with having pets in a small, one-bedroom apartment close to campus. But I’ll say early on, it’s absolutely worth the challenges.

I am 20 years old and a junior journalism major at IU. My girlfriend, Makayla, with whom I share my 400-square-foot apartment, and I have two cats, Rubeus and Vincent, as well as a mouse we found in the mall

named Harriet.

We adore our animals more than many people we’ve met, and I am not exaggerating. They each have their own Instagram pages, seasonal outfits and framed photos ... yeah, it’s a bit much.

Vincent is a classic orange tabby with dopey eyes and a cuddly personality aptly named after Van Gogh. Rubeus, or Ruby for short, is a grey Maine Coon mixed with something unknown.

We rescued Vincent from the shelter a few months ago and purchased Ruby from a breeder.

I am kept fairly busy with my school work most of the time and, as the Indiana Daily Student general assignments editor, I also spend a lot of time in the office.

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Rubeus Thompson Breed Maine Coon mix Age 8 months Fun fact is a twin Instagram @rubeuscagrid CODY THOMPSON | IDS

ABOVE Ruby the cat portrays a sophomore studying history at Indiana University. He’s thinking about studying abroad in Europe during his junior year.

LEFT While looking out the window Ruby poses for a quick photo.

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Vincent Thompson Breed Orange tabby Age 11 months Fun fact loves to cuddle Instagram @vincent_the_kitty Often I work at home, too, which can be difficult with the cats.

They walk on my homework while I’m writing, they decide it’s cuddle time when I’m trying to read and they sometimes bite my foot if it’s hanging off the bed.

I have to remember to feed them — three times a day, of course — take them on walks and play with them, but I don’t feel it’s a hard balance with my courses and work schedule. In fact, to the contrary. It adds to my routine. In the morning I wake up, feed the cats, brush my teeth, gather my books and scratch

their adorable cat chins.

I say it’s not difficult to own a cat — or two! — while in college, but I’ll go a step further: I think it should be encouraged. Hogwarts knew what was up. I know it’s not allowed in a dorm, but I would recommend getting an animal as soon as you move out somewhere else. They add a life and a personality to an otherwise drab, cheap apartment.

When I am feeling stressed after classes or work, it all melts away as soon as I pick up Vincent underneath his front legs. He hates it, but he licks my nose any-

way. Nothing makes me smile and forget about my hard day quite like having two wonderful and sometimes mischievous creatures walking throughout my house.

Most of us students are young. I pride myself on my independence, but admit that I occasionally feel lost in the sea of adulthood. It sounds crazy, but having two cats helps my house feel like home. If Makayla is working when I get home, it’s not silent and still. The cats are either fighting, crying to me for food or sitting on my lap.

It’s never boring.

That’s what I think of on the nights they keep me up. Yeah, it sucks that I’ll be more tired because of it, but I think the cats have helped me through tough times more than they’ve caused them. It’s not a difficult balance.

They tell you when they’re hungry — good luck forgetting that.

I highly recommend every college student outside a dorm get an animal. There’s not much better than knowing you’re coming home every day to someone who is as excited to see you as you are to see them.

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How to budget for living off campus

By Nyssa Kruse nakruse@iu.edu | @NyssaKruse

College provides students a chance to develop budgeting habits to use when they move off campus and for the rest of their lives. Phil Schuman, the director of financial literacy for IU MoneySmarts said this time can serve as "training wheels."

“Then, when you graduate, you’ll have it figured out,” he said.

One of the first decisions students must make when moving off campus is where to live and who to live with.

Schuman said when choosing housing, it’s best to avoid getting sucked into living at expensive apartment complexes just because they have amenities such as a gym or pool. Many of these amenities are already available to students on campus, even if they’re not as conveniently located.

Schuman also said students should, if possible, sign a lease that does not make each signer responsible for the total cost of rent.

To mitigate the discomfort of

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talking about finances, Schuman recommends scheduling a meeting with roommates at the beginning of the semester and regularly after that to discuss expenses.

“Have a conversation with your roommates upfront about who is responsible for what, even toilet paper,” Schuman said. “It seems kind of trivial, but it will ultimately save you a lot of stress in the long run.”

When students move off campus, another major adjustment comes from the responsibility of buying and preparing food. Pe-

ter Dunn, an Indianapolis-based personal finance expert, said having a set weekly budget for groceries can help students avoid overspending on food.

“When you’re on your own for the first few years of life, it’s so easy to get out of control with food,” Dunn said. “You’re trying to learn self-control when it comes to food and healthy eating.”

Dunn also said one of the biggest mistakes students can make is trying to replicate the lifestyle they had while living at home.

Because most students have a

small income or none at all, Dunn said one strategy for saving money is picking one “vice” to splurge on such as good coffee or beer and finding the cheapest options for everything else on one’s list.

One of the biggest moneysucks for students can be eating out. Schuman said that while eating at home for every meal is the smartest financial decision, budgeting for a meal or two out each week will help students feel more content than if they try to avoid it completely.

“Figure out exactly what you need to do,” Schuman said. “Do what makes the most sense, but don’t completely deprive yourself.”

Schuman also said that whatever lifestyle a student has during college sets the tone for their lifestyle after college.

“Whatever place you live in, it becomes your baseline for where you live next,” Schuman said.

“Temper your expectations now and set yourself up for a better financial future after you graduate.”

More resources can be found on the MoneySmarts website at moneysmarts.iu.edu.

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Don’t waste money on needless utilities expenses

By Emily Isaacman eisaacma@umail.iu.edu | @emilyisaacman

Growing up, we are told to shut off water when brushing our teeth, take shorter showers and turn off lights when we leave a room. Here are some other ways to reduce utility spending and energy consumption: Run laundry and dishwasher only when full This can save up to 1,000 gallons of water per month, said Jon Callahan, public affairs specialist at City of Bloomington Utilities. Air drying clothes and hand washing dishes reduces water bills even more.

Callahan said it’s hard to put an exact dollar amount on these changes. For on-campus stu-

dents whose only utility is laundry, condensing loads can add precious dollars to cash-strapped wallets.

“It’s not really much of a change in your behavior," Callahan said. "If you alter your behavior by a little bit you can save money.”

energy costs. The IU Office of Sustainability suggests keeping refrigerators at 37 degrees Fahrenheit and freezers at 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Instead of running tap water until it reaches the desired temperature for a cold drink, Callahan suggests keeping a water pitcher in the refrigerator.

Fight energy vampires An energy vampire is any appliance left plugged into an outlet when not in use. Power strips allow users to slay energy vampires with one toggle. Unplugging dormant devices can cut electric bills by up to $100, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

Choose natural options Open blinds instead of turning on lights, and use heat and air conditioning only when needed.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling make up half of a home’s energy use.

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Life off campus

By Ty Vinson vinsonjo@iu.edu | @lumpypsd

Top One perk of living off campus is the possibility of having pets. Junior Jena Hart and her housemates have a bunny named Ollie and a cat named Athena.

Left It can be hard to decorate depending on how lenient your landlord is. Junior Delaney Frye and her housemates have random photos and paintings hanging in their living room.

Frye, along with her housemates, explain how they have never had a problem meeting rent due dates, but have had to deal with small maintenance issues in the past.

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Top left Hart is the only one of the housemates to live upstairs in what used to be an attic. Hart shows how sentimental she is, with post-it notes she has on her wall written by her friends in previous years. "It just felt like the right thing to do," Hart said of why she and her housemates wanted to move off campus. "There's more independence and we like living with our friends."

Top right She is an elementary education major, showcasing an environment diagram and dozens of books. There is more room for personal items, such as books, when having a private off-campus room.

Bottom left They have several candles lit around the house. They like not having to deal with the possibility of getting in trouble for having them lit because candles are not allowed in residence halls.

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Dorms and dragons

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Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition makes the classic role-playing game more accessible than ever.

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Trapped in the residence hall on a slow Wednesday evening? If role-playing, dice flinging and fantasy adventuring sounds like an appealing trifecta, then Dungeons & Dragons is worth your consideration.

First published in 1974, the table-top adventure game has inspired countless other role-playing games and is now in its most accessible form ever, “Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition.” With some equipment and space, D&D can provide a way to connect and bond with others in the residence hall or the apartment with hours of interactive storytelling, teamwork and character development. Snacks expected.

Here is a list of the items and equipment needed to get started. Most items can be found in local game stores, such as Game Preserve or The Common Room.

1. Starter set For new players, the D&D Starter Set is an essential tool to break into the game. The set comes with dice, pregenerated character sheets, a premade adventure with everything the Dungeon Master needs, and a quick reference rule book for players. Between the rule book and the character sheets, every question a player might have has an answer, and all

the confusing work of character creation and stats are already done. Jump right into the Lost Mine of Phandelver and battle mages, goblins, wraiths and more.

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2. Player handbook The holy book of D&D. For players who want to graduate to the next level of D&D and have more versatility than with the Starter Set, the Player’s Handbook is the next must-buy. The 320-page behemoth of a guidebook contains even more spells, weapon stats and information imperative for total adventure immersion.

Transcend from a residence hall-bound student into a socially-devious gnome warlock, or opt for a rage-inspired human monk. The book is only a “handbook,” not a “rule book,” so the possibilities for character creation, weaponry, spells and more are as endless as one’s imagination. Though the book comes in print, PDF versions also exist online.

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3. Character sheet No matter what version of the game, character sheets are necessary to keeping track of a character’s health, stats, inventory and more. An assortment of these sheets with pregenerated characters come with the Starter Set, though players look-

ing to create their own characters can do so by printing out a new sheet from the Dungeons & Dragons website. From there, players can fill out their character’s stats and skills and create custom backstories and personalities. The internet provides pages dedicated to custom character classes and races. Customization and optimization options are endless.

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4. Dice Egan Kulenov faces down a squad of King’s guardsmen who wrongly believe him of treason. They run towards him, swords pointed. The player controlling Egan decides she wants to use a shockwave spell. She picks up her 20-sided die, shakes it and rolls it against the ground.

A 20, critical hit! The shockwave launches the guards careening into a stone wall, allowing Egan time to escape.

Dice are the most physical part of the game, and provide the most opportunity for risk and reward. A prepared player comes with not just a six-sided die, but a four-sided, eight-sided, 10-sided, 12-sided, 20-sided, a percentage die and maybe even a 100-sided die. These are sold in sets and can be made of plastic or even ornately-carved metal. There are dice rolling applications on the internet and for iOS and Android. Find a dice medium

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and color scheme that you can “roll” with.

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5. Dungeon Master’s Guide Though not necessary, the Dungeon Master’s Guide can be an important purchase for a Dungeon Master (DM) learning how to steer players on a captivating journey. The threepound guidebook provides DMs with world-building tools, items, advice and information on creating memorable dungeons and battles. Though the book comes in print, PDF versions also exist online.

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6. Friends The best part of any D&D adventure. It’s important to

find friends ready to embark on adventure sessions that may stretch for three to four hours and longer. D&D is a great way to connect with roommates, classmates and friends in the residence hall. Game stores occasionally hold D&D-themed events, where players can drop in and play pregenerated characters and stories as well. Gamers’ Guild @ IU meets every Friday in the Indiana Memorial Union to play games like Dungeons & Dragons. The group’s goal is to “help every gamer at IU find like-minded players for their old favorites and try out new games in a fun, friendly environment,” according to its beINvolved page.

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come prepared. Set an alarm and have a general awareness of your character’s spells and skills, other character’s roles and an understanding of where the party left off last session.

• Stay mindful of the way your character thinks, sees and responds to the world around them. This is a role-playing game. If your character has a short temper and their gold pouch is stolen, make a racket and let your party know how enraged you are.

• Be ready to improvise and think quickly. Even the most linear, uninteresting moments in an adventure can go wrong at any moment — an ogre can come to steal sheep from a herd, or a conversation can turn awkward if a party member disses a king to his face. Un-

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predictable moments can lead to some of the most thrilling moments in any adventure.

Don'ts • Be disrespectful or selfcentered. If another player has an idea on how to approach a haunted graveyard, work with them. If another player is talking to a villager or someone of royalty, don’t interrupt. Trying to muscle into every decision leads to party fatigue and can reduce the overall experience • Be too loud or reckless.

Though players may find the need to shout across crevasses or to portray their character’s anger, the possibility of noise complaints in residence halls and apartments is always something that should be kept in consideration.

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Top social video games for the residence hall

By Clark Gudas ckgudas@umail.iu.edu | @This_isnt_clark

Video games are a great way to connect with new people and form friendships over common bonds.

When moving into a new living space, this media form can be an easy way to break into conversation about shared interests and find something entertaining to do with a group of people from the same residence hall floor or apartment. Different video games are better for different social circles and interests, whether it be competitive gaming, sports or casual beat-em-ups.

Here are some popular games that are great for any social occasion — ice breakers, parties or casual hang-outs.

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Mario Kart If there’s a game as fun to play in college as it was as a kid, it’s "Mario Kart." The banana-flinging, shell-launching racing game is the second most popular video game franchise in history, with more than eight games and 110,770,000 copies sold since 1981. Characters from the Mario franchise race on themed courses, such as castles, mountainsides and farms, as they use power ups to outdo the competition. With varying levels of difficulty, customization and tweaking, Mario Kart offers the ability for anyone living in a residence hall to come together over a common bond.

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Wii Sports Swing rackets, throw bowling balls and try not to hit your hand on the top bunk in “Wii Sports.” The 2006 release is a friendly gaming experience focused on motion-controlled virtual sports. The game features five of them — tennis, baseball, bowling, golf and boxing — fully controlled by the player’s movement.

Packaged with the original system, “Wii Sports” is a game many current IU students would have played if they owned at Wii when they were younger. Though it can be played by a single person, it’s relaxed, competitive nature shines in social situations, such as in a residence hall with friends or floormates. Because of the activity and energy required in each motion-controlled swing and punch, the game raises the spirits of those playing and leads to a fun and excited atmosphere.

Though it may not be best to play “Wii Sports” in a residence hall because of the limited space and amount of necessary player movement, many residence halls have common rooms where consoles, such as a Wii, can be hooked up to a television. Make sure to wear the wrist strap.

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Smash at IU is a local gaming community that meets on a bi-weekly basis for a competition called “Btown Beatdown,” which is free for anyone to attend. On the off week, the group holds a tournament called “Hyperbolic Time Chamber,” a friendly session for less competitive players.

Last spring, Smash at IU partnered with Union Board to put on the largest “Super Smash Bros.” tournament in Indiana’s history. On a national scale, the game franchise has such a large esports following that top players can walk away with $10,000 cash prizes from tournament events, according to Red Bull’s website.

Looking for a casual, easily accessible game to play with new friends? Have a dispute in the residence hall? Take it to the proving grounds in “Super Smash Bros.”

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The entryway of the home of Andrew Wylie, the first president of IU, illustrates a mural of what 19th century life may have been like.

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Wylie House Museum is home to hidden IU history

By Kara Williams kaw23@umail.iu.edu | @kara_wlliams97

Bloomington and IU are jampacked with hidden gems and overflowing with history most people don’t know exist. One of these hidden treasures is the Wylie House Museum.

Andrew Wylie, IU’s first president, built the home in 1835.

He later sold it to his cousin, Theophilus Wylie, an IU professor and the school’s first librarian, whose family lived there until 1913.

For today’s use, the historic house has been transformed into a museum, and each room has been decorated to be reminiscent of what it may have looked like when the Wylie families lived there. Descendants of the family have created a memory map of the property so museum staff can have an idea of where the buildings and gardens were once located.

To allow visitors to more fully embrace the house’s history, the museum has organized haunted house tours and has put on a

parlor concert series.

Museum assistant Sarah Rogers said it is usually very quiet in the museum, so these events are a nice change.

“It’s really cool to hear the space filled with music and used like it was intended,” she said.

Touring the museum takes a step back into IU’s history, as the mural at the entrance of the house suggests — it depicts what life in the 1800s may have looked like. Similar to the parlor, each room of the house is decorated with a specific purpose in mind.

“Kids are always so excited with the seeds in their hands.”

Sherry Wise, Outdoor interpreter at the Wylie House

Upstairs, each bedroom has multiple beds. Down the hall from the bedrooms is a room decorated as if it was a woman’s workspace, containing a sewing machine, a loom and a bookcase full of Theophilus Wylie’s books.

In addition to the house itself, the Wylie House Museum

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also offers an heirloom garden and a seed library. Sherry Wise has worked as the outdoor interpreter for the facility for 17 years.

She controls the seed library and cares for the plants at the house.

Wise grows many of the same plants as the Wylie family did when they lived in the house. She said she still finds artifacts while she’s gardening, particularly after a heavy rain. The gardens at the house are a main source of genetic diversity for the University, Wise said.

The focus on preserving the botanical history of the house also fuels the museum’s seed library initiative. The museum is home to a seed-saving operation that IU students, local children and Bloomington residents can all use.

The museum has a library of different seeds people can plant. Then, if they grow the plants full cycle and harvest seeds, they can bring seeds back to the museum and add to its collection. Wise said she loves this program, and she particularly enjoys sharing the seeds with children.

“Kids are always so excited with the seeds in their hands,” she said.

The Wylie House Museum is open to the public for tours 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

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Sherry Wise, outdoor interpreter of the Wylie House Museum, shows off one of the best-known features of the museum, the seed library. The seeds come from the plants of the Andrew Wylie’s, the first president of IU, heirloom garden and can be “checked out” and grown by locals to continue the genetic lines of the originals.

The Wylie House Museum is at 307 E. Second St. in Bloomington.

You can take a guided tour of the museum from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. For more informations, visit libraries.indiana. edu/wylie-house-museum.

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By Christine Fernando ctfernan@iu.edu | @christinetfern

Jeff McEvilly Jeff and Lori McEvilly run McEvilly Gardens, where they grow edible flowers and organic microgreens.

Indiana Daily Student What plants would you recommend for a first-timer?

Jeff I would recommend either a succulent or your own microgreens if you have a nice window.

Succulents are easy to care for and microgreens are edible.

IDS What kind of equipment should they have on hand?

Jeff If you are growing a succulent all you need is the pot it came in and maybe a Pizza X cup for watering.

IDS What are some ways students can easily make their own gardens more sustainable?

Jeff Compost. That’s easy and mostly free. Also look to reuse items when building raised beds or trellises.

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IDS What tips would you offer to a first-time plant-owner?

Tyler You can water a plant too much. Not all plants need direct sunlight. Be careful of cold windows. Learn how to take cuttings and or transplant babies because then you can find friends and trade cuttings or babies like baseball cards.

IDS What do students need to get started?

Tyler You don’t need much at all. You need something to water your plants with, something to put the plant in, like old milk containers, Tupperware, et cetera, and a spot to put them with some light.

IDS How can students be more sustainable gardeners?

Tyler From a financial sustainability perspective, don’t buy anything at first. You can find everything you need, including plants, for free. You can maintain plants that give back in the form of food or air.

Tyler Kivland Tyler Kivland is the assistant coordinator for IU Outdoor Adventures. He also works with the Conservation, Outdoor Recre-

Lea Woodard Lea Woodard is the coordinator of Hilltop Garden & Nature Center, which is one of the coun-

try’s oldest youth gardening programs.

IDS What plants would you recommend for a first-timer?

Lea Pothos, aloe vera, spider plant — these are houseplants that are fairly easy to take care of and generally thrive on neglect.

IDS What are some major gardening mistakes you see people make often?

Lea For house plants, over-watering is a main problem. For gardening, I would say, not sticking with it. If something doesn’t go to plan, people assume they are bad gardeners and give up, rather than doing some research to find out what went wrong. The more time and seasons you spend gardening, the more you learn, just from observing and trying different things.

IDS What tips do you have for students who would like to practice sustainable gardening?

Lea If they are gardening in containers, re-use containers instead of buying new pots. You can use 5-gallon buckets or kitty-litter containers. There are a lot of plastic containers that you might find at the recycling center that would work well as planters. Just make sure that you have proper drain-

age. You never want your plants to sit in water.

Susan Welsand Susan Welsand runs the Chile Woman, A Bloomington business that specializes in growing and selling chile peppers. Welsand grows more than 2,000 chile pepper varieties.

IDS Do you have any suggestions for aspiring dorm room gardeners?

Susan Dream big, but start small.

See what works best for your room. It would be nice if a dorm started a roof garden. Herb plants such as basil would add aroma as well as deliciousness.

IDS What are some common mistakes you see made by firsttime gardeners?

Susan Over-watering their plants. Then they get yellow and droopy.

IDS Is there anything else you'd like to add that you think readers should know?

Susan Growing plants can be addictive, but it is a healthy and productive addiction.

For more advice on starting your first garden as a student, visit idsnews.com/housingguide.

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a

19

Olympus 2401 E. Third St. olyprop.com

2401 E. Third St. 812-334-8200

H

$585

3

2

12 mo. U

a a

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a

19

Olympus 419 & 421 E. 20th St.

a

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Parking on Site

Fitness Center

Shared Laundry Facility

a a

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a

19

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H

$525

3

1

12 mo. U

a a

a

b

a

19

Olympus College Park olyprop.com

1723 N. Lincoln St. 812-334-8200

T

$440

2

2

12 mo. U

b

a

19

Olympus Fairview Terrace olyprop.com

615 W. 15th St. 812-334-8200t

A

$525

1

1

12 mo. U

a

a

a

b

a

19

Olympus Gentry Building olyprop.com

113 Gentry St. 812-334-82

A

$6601030

1,2,4

1

12 mo. U

a

a a

a

b

19

Olympus Grant Bungalow olyprop.com

211 N. Grant St. 812-334-8200

D

$1055

1

1

12 mo. U a a

a

b

a

19

Olympus The Mercury olyprop.com

212 N. Morton St. 812-334-8200

A,S

$6401300

S,1-3

1-2.5

a

b

a

19

Olympus Moonburn on Morton 526 N. Morton St. olyprop.com 812-334-8200

A

$9801485

S,1

1

12 mo. U

b a

b

19

Olympus Park North olyprop.com

2620 N. Walnut St. 812-334-8200

S

$500

S

1

Short term 9 mo.

12 mo.

aa a a

b a

a

19

Olympus Redmen Building olyprop.com

116 N. Walnut St. 812-334-8200

A

$750965

1-2

1

12 mo. U

a

a a

a a

b

19

Olympus Rogers Building olyprop.com

110.5 E. Sixth St. 812-334-8200

A

$7601025

1-2

1

12 mo. U

a

a a

a a

19

Olympus Rosebowl Apts. olyprop.com

415 S. Dunn St. 812-334-8200

A

$510

1

1

12 mo. U

a

19

Olympus Sassafras Apts. olyprop.com

515 E. 10th St. 812-334-8200

A

$675

1

1

12 mo. U

19

Olympus South College Apts. olyprop.com

112.5 S. College Ave 812-334-8200

A,S

$7501020

S,1-2

1

19

Olympus Stadium View olyprop.com

407 E. 20th St. 812-334-8200

A,S

$645

S,1

19

Olympus Tenth St. House olyprop.com

113 E. 10th St. 812-334-8200

H

$750

19

Olympus Vance Building olyprop.com

112.5 W. Sixth St. 812-334-8200

A

19

Olympus Westplex olyprop.com

108 S. Westplex Ave. 812-334-8200

19

Olympus White Mountain olyprop.com

107 N. Dunn St. 812-334-8200

27

400 W. Seventh St. Orion Property Management Suite 106 OrionPropertyManagement.com 812-334-5964

Short term 12 mo.

U

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a a

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a a

a

a a

U a a

aa

Pool

12 mo. U

Pets

1

Dishwasher

3

Gas

$510

Trash

H

Internet

Number of Baths

2612 Edward Row 812-334-8200

Cable

Number of Bedrooms

Olympus 2612 Edward Row olyprop.com

Water

Price Range

19

Electricity

Address/Phone

Pg

Lease Options

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Unit Type

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Amenities

Private Shuttle

F=Furnished U=Unfurnished

Options Bloomington Transit

b=Some

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a=All

IU Campus Bus

Utilities Included

H=House D=Duplex C=Condo

Washer/Dryer

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b

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b

a

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a

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12 mo. U

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1

12 mo. U

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a

5

2

12 mo. U

$765890

2

1

12 mo. U

H

$375

2

2.5

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$830860

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1

All

$550$2400

1-3

1-2

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a a a a

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a

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b

a

b a

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12 mo. U

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Short Term 12 mo.

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b b b b b b

b b

a

b

YOUR RESOURCE TO BLOOMINGTON RENTALS

Housing Rental Guide S=Studio T=Townhouse

Parking on Site

Fitness Center

Shared Laundry Facility

A,T

TBA

1-4

1-4

12 mo. F

a a aa aa a

Inside Front Cover

RPS 3rd & Union Apartments rps.indiana.edu

290 S. Union St. 812-855-8270

A,S

$803859

S,1

1

10 mo.

U a a a a a a 12 mo.

a a

a

b

Inside Front Cover

RPS BBHN Apartments rps.indiana.edu

800 N. Union St. #101 812-855-3578

A

$528771

1-2

1

10 mo.

U a a a a a a 12 mo.

a

a

b

Inside Front Cover

RPS Campus View Apartments 800 N. Union St. rps.indiana.edu 812-855-3578

A

$10021018

2

1

10 mo.

U a a a a a a 12 mo.

b a

a

b

Inside Front Cover

RPS Evermann rps.indiana.edu

2001 E. Lingelbach Lane 812-855-4307

A

$618719

1

1

Short Term 10 mo.

12 mo.

U a a a a a a

a

a

b

Inside Front Cover

RPS Redbud Hill rps.indiana.edu

2100/2200 E. Lingelbach Lane 812-855-4307

A

$680

2

1

10 mo.

U a a a a a a 12 mo.

a

a

b

Inside Front Cover

RPS Tulip Tree Apartments rps.indiana.edu

2451 E. 10th St. 812-855-2108

A

$10181453

2-3

1-2

10 mo.

U a a a a a a 12 mo.

a a

a

b

Inside Front Cover

RPS Union Street Center rps.indiana.edu

445 N. Union St. 812-855-5513

A

$9411099

1-4

1-2

10 mo. F a a a a a a a

a

Inside Front Cover

RPS University Apts East rps.indiana.edu

1603 E. Third St. 812-855-5513

A

$662719

1-4

1-2

10 mo.

U a a a a a a 12 mo.

a a

115 N. Dunn St. 812-330-1501

S

$10991399

S

1

12 mo.

A,S

$650700

S-2

1

12 mo. U

a

a

A

$600750

2

1

12 mo. U

a

a a b a a a

b b

b

H,D

$3501200

S-8

1-5

12 mo. U

b b b b

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12 mo. B

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812-330-1501

Smallwood Plaza Apartments SmallwoodApts.com

455 N. College Ave. 812-331-8500

A

$13992899

2-4

2

21

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500 S. Muller Pkwy.

812-333-6800

A,T

$530960

1-4

1-4

11

Woodbridge Apartments WoodbridgeApt.com

3401 John Hinkle Place 812-337-3501

A

$315685

1-3

1-2

13

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710 N. Morton St. 812-339-7242

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Pets

The Park on Morton ParkOnMorton.com

2

Dishwasher

b

Gas

12 mo. U

Trash

1-3

Internet

1-4

Cable

Number of Baths

$5502400

Address/Phone

Water

Number of Bedrooms

All

27

Property/Unit

Electricity

Price Range

400 W. Seventh St. Orion Property Management Suite 106 OrionPropertyManagement.com 812-334-5964

Pg

Lease Options

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Amenities

Private Shuttle

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Options Bloomington Transit

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Furnished/Unfurnished

a=All

IU Campus Bus

Utilities Included

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Washer/Dryer

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b

a a

b a

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