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things we wish we knew before being on our own

Simply being out of your parents’ house is not the same thing as living on your own. Here’s a list of 10 things we wish someone had told us before we ditched the dorms for apartments and houses.

EXIST, AND THEY CAN ➥ UTILITIES BE PRICEY.

Instead of paying a flat rate once per semester like you do for the dorms, rent and utilities are paid monthly. Though rent is a flat rate, utilities vary from month to month depending on usage. Use heat and air conditioning smartly, as these can hike up your gas and electricity bills in the winter and summer. Be sure to adjust your budget during months that are especially hot or cold to account for the increased utility prices. For those in apartments, some utilities are usually included, so check with your landlord or leasing agency to see which are and are not accounted for in monthly rent payments.

IF YOU DON’T CLEAN UP, THE CITY

➥ COULD FINE YOU.

If your yard is full of trash, the city has the right to issue you a notice of violation with a $50 fine per day. Additionally, if you leave trash cans by the curb for more than 24 hours after the designated trash pickup day, a $15 fine per day will be issued. In terms of yard appearance, if grass or weeds grow above 8 inches, the city can fine you $50 per day. If snow and ice aren’t removed from sidewalks within 24 hours of accumulation, the city can fine you $50 per day. All fines must be paid within two weeks of notice.

DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST

➥ MINUTE TO SET THEM UP, EITHER. Most students move into their houses at about the same time in the two weeks leading up to the start of classes each August. This makes for a busy time for utility companies. To ensure you won’t be taking cold showers or living without Internet for a week, schedule these appointments as early as possible. If you have never had a bill under your name, setting it up for the first time is likely to take longer due to a lack of credit history.

NETFLIX RULES IF YOU’RE ON

➥ A BUDGET.

If you don’t have the funds to afford cable on top of all your other monthly bills, alternative TV entertainment through online services like Netflix or Hulu Plus can be a great substitute. This could save you about $90 per month. If you need to catch a game or your favorite show see if one of your friends has a cable box.

HAVE TO MOW YOUR LAWN, ➥ YOU SHOVEL YOUR SNOW AND TAKE OUT YOUR TRASH. If you thought the time of doing chores was over, think again. Unless your landlord lives in town and is kind enough to do it for you, you

will be responsible for maintaining your lawn and making sure your sidewalks are kept clear of snow and ice in the winter if you live in a house. Additionally, you have to keep trash levels under control, and be sure to take cans to the curb weekly.

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THE GROCERY STORE DOESN’T ACCEPT MEAL POINTS. Shocker, we know. Remember that groceries cost real money.

ONE COOKS YOUR FOOD. ➥ NO Neither your mom nor IU Residential Programs and Services are around to feed you. Unless you have an awesome roommate or you eat out for every meal, you’re probably going to have to learn how to cook, or at least heat up ramen noodles. HAVE A PLAN FOR SHARING

WITH ➥ RESPONSIBILITIES ROOMIES.

If you don’t want it all to fall on one person’s shoulders, be sure to have a plan for delegating tasks. It can be helpful to have a white board to write down bill amounts as they come in each month and plan ahead for who will take the trash out each week and complete other chores. THERE (GENERALLY) AREN’T

➥ DESIGNATED QUIET HOURS.

Though some apartment complexes have posted quiet hours, there is no resident assistant to tell you or your neighbors to tone it down on weeknights. This can be both a good and bad thing. Noisy neighbors are much more likely to keep you up the night before an exam. However, it makes mid-week fun a lot more feasible. However, . There’s also the risk of noise complaints if you’re too rowdy.

THOUGH FUN, LEAVE ➥ PARTIES, GIANT MESSES.

Though it might be awesome to pack 100 people into your house, cleaning up a 100-person mess the next day with limited help might not be worth it.

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All about Btown 23 $23,772 35.9% is the median age. Thanks, college kids. are family households

67% of housing units are renter-occupied Total population 80,405

was the median household income in 2009.

Bloomington is a multicultural town, but just how diverse are we? 3.5% .9% 4.6%

40,423 Males

Top three age groups 83%

39,982 Females

20-24 25,601 White Black 15-19 11,372

Asian Hispanic or Latino Other

25-29 7,686

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“IT’S NOT A FRIDAY NIGHT HOOKUP, IT’S MORE LIKE A MARRIAGE.”

Renting: the right way BY MEGAN JULA | mjula@indiana.edu

Somewhere amidst a muddle of leases and landlords, you are trying to ﬁgure out the logistics of renting. Here are a few tips from Randall Frykberg, director of IU’s Student Legal Services, to consider before you get the keys to your new home.

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Do take pictures of your property before you move in.

Inspect the area thoroughly and note any defects. The strongest cases Student Legal Services receives are those with visual evidence, Frykberg said. “If a defect seems important (windows, door locks, bugs), don’t accept the keys unless your landlord fixes it,” he said.

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Do pick your roommates carefully. “It’s not a Friday night hookup, it’s more like a marriage,” Frykberg said. “It’s important to live with someone cool but, more importantly, someone you are comfortable paying bills with.”

Do purchase renter’s insurance Renter’s insurance protects your belongings in case of fire, flood, theft and other disasters. Frykberg said renter’s insurance is especially important for students with valuable possessions, such as expensive computers, televisions, cameras or other electronics. It is easy to add renter’s insurance onto your parents’ homeowner’s insurance for about $15 to $20 a month. Your car insurance provider can also easily add renter’s insurance to your policy.

Don’t allow friends to engage in illegal activities on your property. As the Student Legal Services website says, “You did a bad deed, hosting friends and their weed.”

Remember, you could end up paying their share of the rent if your lease includes a “joint and several liability” clause.

Keep in mind you can be held accountable for any illegal activities you permit.

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➥ Don’t give your landlord a reason to report you. Your landlord, or your neighbors, can report you for a variety of city violations. These include noise , trash and yard maintenance. Your landlord might require yyou sign g a list of house rules covering pets, quiet hours and so forth. If you break them, you can be evicted.

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Clauses on your lease might allow your landlord to evict you for certain criminal violations. These include “use and/or sale of illegal drugs, serving alcohol to a minor and even consumption of alcohol by a minor,” according to Student Legal Services.

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Do contact Student Legal Services or the Housing and Neighborhood Development department if you have questions. Student Legal Services, located at 703 E. Seventh St., offers legal services paid for by your Student Activity Fee. Bloomington’s Housing and Neighborhood Development Department investigates rental complaints for violations of the Property Maintenance Code. The department’s website describes necessary steps in filing a rental complaint at bloomington. in.gov/hand.

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THE MAGIC NUMBER

Trying to decide how many roommates is the right amount? It’s a huge choice you’ll probably have to make at least once in your college career. The following viewpoints from three IU seniors in different living situations can help make your decision easier.

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IDS Why did you decide to get a place for yourself?

IDS What made you decide to live with two roommates?

IDS Why did you decide to live with four other guys?

JONES The last three years of college, I had bad experiences with roommates. First, I lived with Kasie (Kyle). We were friends, but we didn’t really live well together. The year after that, I lived with more of an acquaintance and then a subletter, and that just went straight to hell. I guess I was just tired of roommates letting me down, and I’d rather not have to worry about them anymore and just worry about myself.

ELLOWSKY I think two’s the right amount. More people would be a lot more hectic, and I feel like it would be a lot more money involved. Living by yourself, it would be kind of depressing. I feel like you’d get a lot more work done, but you wouldn’t have anyone to talk to.

YLAUAN One was money reasons. It’s a lot cheaper to split the cost of everything with five of us. There’s also always someone to hang out with. You’re never really bored. There’s always someone to play video games with, to watch TV with, to go eat with. So, it’s fun because there’s always people around.

IDS What specific problems did you encounter? JONES Last year, getting rent on time from my roommates was a big deal. I would pay my half, and then they would say, “Oh, I’ll get it by the end of the week. Can you just pay it? I’ll pay you back.” Living with people who were financially irresponsible was not a very good decision. IDS Besides avoiding financially irresponsible people, what are the biggest advantages to living by yourself? JONES You get to watch whatever you want on TV anytime you want. You can make noise in the kitchen, in the living room, in the bedroom. You can do whatever you want because no one’s going to complain.

IDS Do you ever wish you had more or less roommates? ELLOWSKY It would be more advantageous if you’re having a party or any kind of social gathering. Living alone would be nice to have your own bathroom. Sharing bathrooms can get a little annoying at times. IDS Any advice for anyone trying to decide on how many roommates to live with? ELLOWSKY If you’re really looking into getting stuff done, I suggest you live with as few people as possible. If you just want to coast, living with more people would be awesome.

IDS What are the disadvantages to having so many roommates? YLAUAN There’s always something to do, so you have to stay disciplined to get homework done. There’s always usually someone around your house, like other friends of people. You really have to stay on top of things. I really have to go to the library a lot to get anything done. IDS Do you ever wish you lived with fewer people? YLAUAN Yeah. A lot of times dishes will pile up. There’s so much trash, and it won’t get taken out. It’s just such a pain. We only have two bathrooms, too, and a lot of times a lot of us are getting up at the same time.

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Breaking through the legal bull Should you wish to sign a lease in Bloomington, there are a couple things you must remember before putting the pen to paper. The Indiana Daily Student and Randall Frykberg from IU’s Student Legal Services have some tips to consider and clauses to look out for when pondering a place of residence. it. Don’t allow yourself to be charged for something you didn’t break. Sometimes, your leasing agent or landlord will do a walkthrough with you before you move in. Make sure to take notes of any damages so you and your landlord are on the same page. Ascertainability Almost all leases in Bloomington contain joint and liability clauses. Should one roommate be unable to pay his or her share, all roommates will be responsible. If the lease does not contain this clause, the landlord likely rents individual rooms and will often reserve the right to replace any person who has been evicted with a person of their choosing. Regardless, make sure your roommates can carry their weight. Subleasing If you’re going out of town for the summer on an internship or returning home, you can choose

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to sublet your residence. Make sure that your subletter will not ruin anything and stick you with the bill. Eviction Contingent upon your landlord, certain rules contained in the lease must be followed. Leave no room for ambiguity concerning those rules that list eviction as a consequence.

MORE CLAUSES TO LOOK OUT FOR: Savings clause This clause makes tenants liable for rent after eviction. The tenant must pay monthly rent until the lease ends, even though they can’t live in the residence. Acceleration clause This states that once a tenant breaches the lease terms, he or she immediately owes the rent for the remainder of the lease term. In this situation, the

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Legality A lease is a legally binding contract. Your landlord has a lawyer who writes the lease agreement. Before signing anything, bring it to the Student Legal Services office at 703 E. Seventh St. They can help you go over it to find any red flags your landlord may have put in. Length Most leases in Bloomington are for 12 months, but some are open-ended. In those cases, both the tenant and landlord have the right to terminate the lease at any time. Look for leases that include an automatic-renewal clause, which automatically renews the lease unless tenants give written notice 30 to 60 days prior to the end date. Entirety Before accepting keys from the landlord, take photo or video of the entire house or apartment. If something is broken, report

landlord is legally obligated to re-rent the property as soon as possible to minimize the amount of lost profit. Attorney’s fees clause This is written into most leases and states that if a landlord hires a lawyer for any reason, brings a suit against the tenant and wins, the tenant is responsible for all of the landlord’s attorney fees. ‘Lock-out’ clause This allows a landlord to gain possession of a home without an eviction order. This is rare because lock-outs are illegal under state law. Cosigner clause This requires a cosigner, typically a student’s parent or guardian, to share responsibility for the terms of the lease. Some landlords require this for international students. — Micah McVicker and Sarah Thacker

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Living eco-friendly DISCOVER THE

Living sustainably cuts costs, damage to environment BY AUDREY PANGALLO pangalla@indiana.edu

Finding ways to reduce environmental impact can be a challenge for the average college student. Luckily for IU students, there are many ways to be more ecofriendly without even leaving home. Emilie Rex, assistant director of sustainability at the IU Office of Sustainability, works student initiatives. “There are lots of ways for students to evaluate their impact on the environment,” Rex said. Rex believes students need to focus on reducing the resources they use. One way Rex recommended students reduce their water consumption is by taking shorter showers. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, people in the United States use 1.2 trillion gallons of water per year while showering. By taking shorter showers, students can conserve a lot of water. Another resource students consume frequently is electricity. According to IU’s Integrated Energy Master Plan, 73.1 percent of energy used at IU is electricity. Electricity consumption can often sneak up on students. Rex said even when electronics are not being used, they can still consume electricity through what is called a canceling charge. Conserving energy and water not only benefit the environment, but also benefit students’ bills. “There’s actually a bit of financial payoff to those,” Rex said. Patricia Peng is an intern at the Office of Sustainability who works with students to find sustainable housing. She had a straightforward message concerning electricity usage for students. “If you’re not using it, unplug it,” she said.

TIPS AT A GLANCE • Reuse water bottles instead of buying new ones. • Buy products made from recycled materials. • Buy food that uses limited packaging. • Recycle as many materials as possible, including cans, glass and paper. • Print only what you need, and print double-sided. • Read documents on a computer instead of printing them. • Donate unwanted items to local charities. • Use reusable bags instead of paper or plastic. • In dining halls, take only what you need of food, condiments and napkins. For students looking to be eco-friendly off campus, Peng suggested finding places that have updated appliances. For living on campus, Peng encouraged students to recycle and actively take part in helping dorms reduce energy consumption. “Tell your RA if something isn’t running right,” she said. Students can go beyond their apartments and dorms and help the environment by using alternative transportation. This can be done by simply walking to class, taking a bike or using public transportation. When students need to stock their fridge, Rex said the most sustainable option is to buy local food whenever possible. If students would like to find more information about living in a sustainable way, there are several websites they can use, including that of the IU Office of Sustainability website indiana.edu/~sustain

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Historic houses of IU The average IU student walking to and from classes in a hurry can forget the architecture IU boasts. While each building around campus has its own personality, few can compare to the character and history of the Bryan and Woodburn houses. Though separate treasures in their own right, they embody the spirit and tradition of IU. BY TAYLOR GRAYSON tawygray@indiana.edu

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BRYAN HOUSE Built in 1924, the William Lowe and Charlotte Lowe Bryan House was commissioned for the president of the University. William Lowe Bryan, whom the house is named for, served as the 10th president. The house has since been home to every University president except Joseph Lee Stutton. Nestled atop a hill over-

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times, it has also seen some hard ones. Following the firing of menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball Coach Bob Knight, students swarmed the Bryan House to protest former President Myles Brand. The house has welcomed its fair share of visitors and people of note, and the artifacts and history found inside attest its vibrant history.

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WOODBURN HOUSE Much the same as the Bryan House in terms of old-time charm, the Woodburn House is another campus jewel. Located on College Avenue, the Woodburn House is more than 175 years old. Though it started as a modest house with only two rooms, the house has grown into one of the campus’s most well-known houses. In 1855, political science professor James Woodburn, the house’s namesake, purchased the entire block including the house from its previous owners. The house became Woodburn’s personal home, and it stayed in his family for a considerable amount of time. The house saw many improvements and additions until his death in 1865. After Woodburn’s death, his widow began taking in student boarders, and the house

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became a hotspot. Former tenants included the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and, at one point, the secretly run student newspaper, the Dagger. One of the most notable residents was Herman B Wells,

whose memorabilia can still be found in the house, including his Santa suit and spectacles. The house was retired of its duty as a boarding house in the early 1900s and was officially presented to the University

during Wells’ residency in 1941. Today, it still serves as a meeting place for campus and alumni events. This is only fitting to its original motto of “hospes genius domi,” meaning “the guest is the spirit of the house.”

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A car drives away from the Beta Theta Pi fraternity house in 1964. Beta, founded at IU in 1845, was the University's first greek house.

BETA THETA PI HOUSE Beta Theta Pi, founded in 1845 is the oldest fraternity on campus. The original Beta house, which sat between Alpha Tau Omega and Acacia on Third Street, burned down. Remnants of the original house can still be seen there, Beta House Manager and senior Adam Onderdonk said. From there, the house moved

in 1927 to the location that is currently the School of Informatics and Computing. The fraternity was removed from campus in 2001, and when it recolonized in 2003, members moved into their present location at 1100 N. Jordan Ave. The house consists of two main wings: the North Wing and the Central Wing. The

central wing consists of three floors, the top floor being the “Exec Floor,” where fraternity executives live. Although there is no basement, the house contains a main great hall, a kitchen, many bedrooms, and conference rooms. The property received a $40,000 renovation last summer.

DELTA DELTA DELTA HOUSE Prior to the building of the Tri Delt house, the property at 818 E. Third St. was occupied by two private residences. The sorority bought one of homes, but when the group outgrew the living area, members decided to built a larger house on the property. The house, which still stands today, was built in the late 1920s, Tri Delt House Corporation Board President Michelle Conn Kahlo said, and was inspired by a modified English Tudor house. Two renovations have taken place since the 1920s – once in the 1950s and once in the 1980s – and the sorority eventually bought the second private residence at the location and removed it from the property. The members who live in the house stay in cold dorms, a living arrangement in which all the bunk beds are in one large room. The house also features a formal and informal living room.

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WHAT TO DO WHEN THE DORMS SHUT DOWN

When the dorms close, people who are unable to go home are faced with a dilemma. Here are some tips for avoiding the hassle of being homeless during breaks. CHANGE DORMS IU Residential Programs and Services allows alternate dorm arrangements for students that need to stay on campus during breaks. For the upcoming Thanksgiving

break, dorms will close at 10 a.m. Nov. 17 and re-open 8 a.m. Nov. 25. Students can sign up for temporary housing for the week. Sign up before Nov. 9. Housing for the weeks costs $50 and is nonrefundable.

Your friends are likely to be on vacation, and many professors leave for research or are otherwise out of their homes when the campus is on break.

Center desks and food and mail services will close during break.

Hospitality exchange websites like couchsurfing.org can also help students locate a place to stay.

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locations are always looking for workers. You can often get free housing while making some extra cash and adding to your resume. TRAVEL The IU Office of Overseas Study offers alternative living plans. In the past, students have travelled to more than 50 countries. Many student-run organizations offer the opportunity to travel within the United States.

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Where can I park? BY MICHELLE SOKOL mlsokol@indiana.edu

IU Parking Operations Director Doug Porter has one tip for students to avoid tickets on campus: don’t gamble. In other words, if you’re not sure if you can park in that spot, don’t do it. We’re here to help you navigate the sometimes murky waters of on- and off-campus parking. ON CAMPUS Permits There are thousands of parking spots on campus and five different zones of permits. Knowing where your permit allows you to park and at what time can help you avoid a hefty ticket. A Permit Eligibility: Faculty and staff Where you can park: Any A, C or E spot C Permit Eligibility: Faculty, staff and research assistants Where you can park: Any designated C spot D Permit Eligibility: Students living in residence halls Where you can park: Designated D spaces, zoned depending on residence hall E Permit Eligibility: All students, faculty and staff Where you can park: The most popular location for E permits is Memorial Stadium. A few additional E spots are

located east of the bypass behind the Cyberinfrastructure Building. Cars must be moved from Memorial Stadium the day before home games. F Permit Eligibility: All students, faculty and staff Where you can park: Any non-24-hour space, but only after 5 p.m. or on weekends No permit Where you can park: Any vehicle may park in any D or E zone from 5 p.m. Friday through 11 p.m. Sunday, with or without a valid permit unless posted otherwise. Parking is free in all garages on Saturdays and Sundays. If you need to park on campus during the day without a permit, try one of the many garages. The Indiana Memorial Union pay lots are the cheapest, and you get a 60 percent discount if you present a receipt from the IMU. Tip: If you know you’ll be on campus all day and want your car to drive home, park in one of the garages. You’ll get ticketed if you leave your car in the garage overnight, except on weekends, but wait until closing time, which ranges from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., to get your car out for free. COMMON TICKETS Expired meter: $25 Fire lane: $40 Handicapped zone: $100 No parking zone: $40 Invalid or no permit: $40 Parking operations can issue tickets if your tires are touching the white lines, so be sure to pull into the spot straight to avoid a $40 ticket. CampusProwler is an online student ranking service. They ranked IU on parking ease in the following categories. CampusProwler grade: C Parking enforcement: 6/10 Distance from dorms: 5.8/10 Distance from class: 4/10 Permit cost: 3.6/10 Ease of finding a spot: 3.5/10

OFF CAMPUS The cheapest and easiest option for parking off-campus is to buy a residential permit for $25. If you choose a house outside the residential parking limits, you can park for free, but if you score a place close enough to campus, there’s a chance you’re not eligible for a permit. First, check the parking zone map at bloomington.in.gov. Neighborhood Parking Zone There are 10 neighborhood parking zones in Bloomington, and your permit is only good for the zone in which you live. To apply for a permit, you must provide proof of residency, a current lease and current vehicle registration. Each address is eligible for one visitor’s permit for $25. Business District Congratulations for scoring an apartment on Kirkwood Avenue, but if you didn’t ask about parking when signing a lease, your options are limited. Check with the City of Bloomington Parking Services for permit availability. Permits are available for some downtown lots and garages, such as the lot at East Sixth St and North Lincoln Street, on a very limited basis. Many local businesses are willing to lease spaces, but expect to pay upward of $70 a month. Check Craigslist to get started. Free parking Short-term parking is available in downtown Bloomington in 15-minute to 2-hour intervals. You can park on a single block for only one time period per day, and this means either side of the street. Downtown parking is generally free on weekends, but some spots closer to the square are monitored Saturday mornings. Check the sign before leaving your car. Free parking is also available on certain streets outside of downtown and neighborhood residential zones. Check out the maps on bloomington.in.gov/ parking to find these locations. Important websites Downtown parking: bloomington.in.gov Campus parking: parking.indiana.edu

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They’ve been there ➥ What these IU students wish they knew before moving out of the dorms. BY MAKENZIE HOLLAND makholla@indiana.edu

Glenn Graves, senior “I should have ﬁgured out how to contact realtors, spent more time looking to rent houses for the following year.”

At IU, dorm living is required of all freshman students entering the University. Transfer students are also sometimes required to live in the dorms during their first year on campus. From McNutt to Forest quads, the dorms house a range of students, who seek other living arrangements after their year spent on campus.

Erin Angle, sophomore

Simon Weber, junior

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Lounging around Campus overcrowding leaves students without residence hall rooms BY SYDNEY MURRAY slmurray@indiana.edu

Executive Director of Residential Programs and Services Patrick Connor said RPS is hopeful that the new Rose Avenue Residence Hall, opening in fall 2013, will prevent the previous situation of overcrowding in the dorms. Through this dorm, 440 new beds will be added to campus. For the past 10 years, IU has required all first-year students to live on campus, unless they meet exemption requirements. At the start of the year, 10,876 students lived in residence halls and some of these students start out in lounges. “When a student is placed in temporary accommodations they are provided some information about the

potential length of their temporary assignments,” Connor said in an email. “This year based on our occupancy models and trends, we knew that we would be able to place all students with an initial temporary assignment into a permanent room within the first three weeks of classes. “ Connor said about one percent of students signed up to live in residence halls just don’t show up come fall. “We find there are many students who fail to communicate with us about their change in plans and it is only when we call them after we have opened that they will confirm they are not planning to live on-campus,” Connor said. It is at this point that students living in lounges take

“National data supported by on-campus numbers would indicated that at each year in school students who live on campus perform better than their off-campus cohort.” Patrick Connor, Executive Director of Residential Programs and Services

the unoccupied rooms. Students are also given a small cut in their room and board fees for living in lounges. “Once a student receives a permanent assignment, they receive a 20 percent credit in their housing charges for the number of days they lived in temporary housing, calculated off the double room rate for the building they had been living in temporarily,” Connor said. Sometimes students have to live in lounges for an entire semester. When this

occurs, Connor said the lounges are transformed to resemble a typical dorm room and they are also keyed solely for the students living in the lounges. Connor said students are required to live on campus their first year to help them succeed. “National data supported by on-campus numbers would indicated that at each year in school students who live on campus perform better than their off-campus cohort,” Connor said.

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NEED A HAND?

Bloomington has enough options to ﬁt every student’s moving needs.

BY KIRSTEN CLARK | kirclark@indiana.edu

Every time students have to leave town, they’re stuck with a dilemma: What to do with all that stuff. While some students decide to haul their stuff home, many will opt to stash their belongings in one of the available storage facilities in Bloomington. Julie Aton, secretary and treasurer of the Indiana Self Storage Association, a non-profit trade organization, shared some tips for students looking to rent a storage unit. Don’t just choose the closest storage facility Most people select the closest facility for the sake of convenience, but Aton said for summer storage, that might not necessarily be the best choice. “It would be important for someone who would be making frequent trips to the storage unit,”

she said, adding most students renting a storage space make only a few trips between their dorm or apartment and the storage facility. Visit the facility beforehand “A visit to the storage facility should assure the facility is clean and well-maintained,” Aton said. “The staff should be professional, courteous and accessible. Ideally, you should look for a facility that is fully-fenced with a computerized access gate and surveillance cameras and is well-lit.” Aton said it is helpful to see the actual storage units beforehand as well. Aton said potential renters should ask about pest control, gate access hours, payment options and office hours. She said it is also helpful to check online reviews. Take extra measures to protect

your belongings Most storage facilities offer both climate-controlled and nonclimate-controlled storage units. “For summer storage, you may prefer temperature-controlled storage, especially if you are storing electronics and nice furniture,” Aton said. However, if temperature-controlled spaces aren’t available, there are steps students can take to protect their belongings from the heat and humidity. Aton recommended purchasing a chemical moisture absorber, such as DampRid or Dri-Z-Air, for storage units without air conditioning. She said placing a tarp or wooden pallets on the unit’s concrete floor can further protect belongings. “It is important that the items you store are dry, clean and protected,” Aton said. “You can also further protect your items by

covering them with plastic.” Save some money Aton said students should look for special discounts for student storage. “You may also be able to negotiate a discount if you pay the full amount in advance,” she said. Storage rental companies will often ask whether your belongings are insured. Some will offer insurance, but students can also check with their current insurance providers to see if they can cover the items going into storage. Lock up your stuff Most facilities require renters to provide their own locks, although many will sell locks at the facility, Aton said. She suggested a high-quality, maximum-security lock, such as a disc lock.

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BUDGET BREAKDOWN BY SARAH THACKER | sarthack@indiana.edu, SOURCES | Nationwide.com and Apartmentguide.com

Moving out of the dorms is a reality check for most students. Instead of dealing with meal points and a one-time roomand-board payment, suddenly you are budgeting for monthly rent, utilities and groceries in addition to fun.

Tips for success

Discretionary spending dominates the average student’s budget. Food and random goodies, such as entertainment, clothes, gadgets and personal care products

12% 40%

19%

Room and board

1) Plan ahead – First things first. Know how much income you actually have a month. 2) Delegate, delegate, delegate – Set aside the money you know you need for rent and utilities. Then delegate a certain percentage to groceries, gas and other necessary purchases. You’ll know how much extra you have to spend at the bars, movies, restaurants and other fun things. 3) Save – Even if you save $20 a month, every bit counts. If you have a pool of funds to fall back on when you want to make an important purchase or when your electric bill is through the roof, you can avoid credit card debt or late payments. 4) Live cheaper – Especially in Bloomington, there are tons of ways to save. Shop at thrift stores for apparel. Eat cheap with weekly specials and grocery coupons. Take advantage of all the free and discounted entertainment in town by catching a movie at the Indiana Memorial Union’s Whittenberger Auditorium or seeing a cheap band play at a local venue. 5) Use cash – Swiping the plastic feel like you aren’t really spending at all, but having physical cash will make you more aware and help you budget more wisely.

There’s an app for that We love our smartphones. Why not use yours to help you budget? Check out these finance-tracking apps. iReconcile – This is like a digital check register that breaks down your budget to show you where you’re spending the most. ($2.99) Mint – This free application requires no user input by connecting securely to your bank account. You can access bank statements and track your budget. Additionally, it’s password-protected for your security and safety. (Free)

Tuition and school-related fees 26%

Miscellaneous expenses

* Numbers rounded to the nearest percentage point.

Food and beverage eats a chunk of your wallet, accounting for nearly half of all discretionary spending. These amounts reflect student spending in 2011.

$20 billion Groceries

Coffee – $100/month

It costs to look good.

$5.5 billion Apparel

$4 billion Personal care

$12 billion Dining out

$8 billion Convenience stores

$5.5 billion Alcohol

Beer – $50/month

Credit cards are great for large purchases, but only if you can pay them off.

84% 21% $4,100

of undergrads have at least one credit card.

have an unpaid balance between $3,000 and $7,000. is the average credit card debt that college seniors graduate with.

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Blow your speakers up tonight JUST KIDDING, POLICE SAY DON’T It’s all fun and games until somebody lands a city noise ordinance. Regarding all reported incidents, the Bloomington Police Department abides by a triage system, meaning noise violations are prioritized by the number of officers available to respond as they come through

to dispatch. BPD Lt. Faron Lake said noise violations fall somewhere near the bottom of the priority chain. “Keep it small, keep it inside,” Lake said regarding house parties. “It’s a rarity that we have to knock on a door and someone answers.”

BY MICHAEL MAJCHROWICZ | mmajchro@indiana.edu

Concerning noise violations, BPD operates on a two strikes, you’re out policy. The first time an ordinance is cited, a $50 fine and a written warning might come into the picture. The second time, more expensive fees and jail time are within the realm of further consequences, Lake said.

INCREASING OFFENSES MEANS INCREASING FINES 1st offense Each person who occupies or controls the residence is subject to a $50 fine.

2nd offense LT. FARON LAKE’S TIPS FOR PARTY-THROWERS » Most complaints stem from an overpowering stereo system. Enjoy the music, but ease up on the bass. » Keep the invite list small. The smaller the list, the easier it is to take control of the situation, if necessary.

» No wandering about outside or on porch areas. » If a neighbor’s party is out of hand, stick to calling the non-emergency number. Leave the 911 line open for priority calls and those who need more immediate assistance.

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“Keep it small, keep it inside. It’s a rarity that we have to knock on a door and someone answers.”

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Under $5 Flower power 1. Buy inexpensive faux flowers at Walmart (cheapest) or Hobby Lobby (nicest). 2. Soak a beer or wine bottle in hot soapy water to remove the label. 3. Put flowers in the bottle and voila! There’s natural beauty in your home.

PHOTOS AND STORY BY JESSICA CONTRERA mjcontre@indiana.edu

College students. You’re broke. You’re busy. And you might just be a little bit lazy. But just because you’ve succumbed to the college lifestyle doesn’t mean your apartment or house has to look like it. Yes, the row of brightly colored Smirnoff bottles is cute. But with just a few dollars and a little creativity, you can do much more to make your home feel, well, home-y.

Patterned fabric wall art 1. Find shoeboxes and fabric you like. 2. Staple the fabric to the shoebox lids. 3. Assemble on your wall for pops of color.

Fridge decor 1. Glue small round magnets to an assortment of bottle caps (or wine corks, buttons or marbles.) 2. Display all those As, just like your mom did in elementary school.

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Under $10 Wine cork board

Inspiration board 1. Place a piece of colored paper in a frame of your choice. 2. Remove the frame’s glass. 2. Use hot glue to attach binder clips to the paper. 3. Hang. 4. Use the binder clips to hang photos, magazine cutouts or anything else that inspires you.

1. Collect wine corks — a lot of them. 2. Find a frame you fancy. 3. Remove the glass, but leave the backing on. 3. Line up the corks and glue them directly to the backing. 4. Cut corks down the middle to align them with the frame’s edges.

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1. Find a favorite photo (if you want it to look more artsy, manipulate it in a free photo-editing tool like picnik.com) 2. Go to a copy store and blow it up as big as you want it. 3. Frame it or use spray adhesive to attach it to a canvas.

Reminder board 1. Frame a piece of scrapbook paper. 2. Hang and write on the glass with whiteboard markers.

5. Use push pins and treat it like a regular (but so much more awesome) cork board.

String chandeliers for your ceiling 1. Get balloons, yarn and glue. 2. Blow up a balloon. 3. Mix glue with water. 4. Dip yarn in glue mix and wrap around balloon. 5. Pop balloon when glue has dried. 6. Use more yarn to hang from ceiling.

Paint it like a pro

1. Find a hard surface that needs some spunk, such as a table top, bookshelf or even your fridge. 2. Buy chalkboard paint or magnetic paint at a craft or hardware store. The kind you paint with a brush (not spray) works best. 3. Paint it up, and when you’re done it will look and feel like an entirely new addition to your home.

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Dollar Store gourmet

GOOD DEALS 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers 12-oz. jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in water 2.5-lb. bag long-grain rice

BY JOE STUMPE | MCT Campus

With food prices climbing higher, more grocery shoppers might give dollar stores a look. Here are a few common perceptions about dollar stores and what I actually found:

1-lb. box Barilla pasta 9-oz. jar pimento-stuffed green olives 16-oz. jar salsa 1 bag (15 count) flour fajita-size tortillas

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PERCEPTION Dollar stores are good only for bulk goods and pantry basics, such as pasta and canned tomatoes. Dollar stores sell products that are damaged or have reached their expiration dates. Dollar stores sell only obscure off brands.

was the happiest surprise, as I found sun-dried ➥ This tomatoes, roasted red peppers and other gourmet products for great prices.

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I found no evidence of expired goods. It did seem there were a few more dented cans than you’d find in a supermarket.

products are a pretty good mix of name brands ➥ The and others you probably won’t recognize. Some of the latter are regional brands or come from other countries, but all we sampled passed the taste test.

DOLLAR STORE DRAWBACKS 1) Not everything is actually $1 and/or a good deal. 2) Products are limited and not always available. 3) Dollar stores sell packaged products with long shelf lives. There are no fresh sources of protein or produce, at least not for $1. 4) As for packaged goods, that great deal you found last week might not be on the shelves today.

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Key lime pie with coconut marshmallow “meringue”

A restaurant might add freshly grated Parmesan to this dish. But with the strong flavors provided by the sun-dried tomatoes, olives and other ingredients, tasters didn’t really miss it. As it is, the cost of the recipe, which makes six to eight servings, is about $2.50.

A quick and easy twist on egg white-based meringue, the marshmallow-and-coconut combo that tops this pie is addictive. Substitute chocolate pie filling if desired. Cost of pie, which makes eight to 10 servings, is about $3.50.

1 lb. penne pasta

1 graham cracker pie crust

2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, the kind that come packed in water or oil, chopped

2 cans, 20 oz. each, key lime pie filling

2 whole roasted red bell peppers, from a 12 oz. jar, cut into strips 1/3 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced 1/3 cup chopped roasted almonds or other nuts 3 tablespoons olive oil or olive-vegetable oil blend Minced garlic, from jar, and Italian seasoning to taste Kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste 1) Cook pasta according to package directions and drain. 2) Toss pasta with remaining ingredients and serve.

2 cups mini marshmallows 3 tablespoons unsweetened grated coconut 1) Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 2) Spoon pie filling into pie crust. Spread marshmallows evenly over filling and sprinkle with coconut. 3) Bake about 15 minutes or until marshmallows and coconut are lightly browned. 4) Remove pie from oven and cool on rack. Refrigerate at least four hours before serving.

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Let’s get organized Tips and tricks for organized college living

Dresser organization Getting tired of digging for that matching sock? Keep your top-drawer items organized with labeled plastic bins. For jewelry, ties, belts and any other accessories, try plastic accessory trays.

BY OLIVIA WILLIAMS | obwillia@indiana.edu

here are two common college living experiences: the dorm room and the house or apartment. Though there are obvious differences between the two, they share something in common: They can easily get messy. A room can look cluttered because of an unbalanced stuff-to-space ratio. Add a roommate or two and it can be rather difficult to make that room look livable with two or three beds, desks, dressers and other items each roommate attempts to throw in the mix. Here are some tips to save space along with must-have items found in most department stores.

Push your desks together This is an excellent idea for dorm rooms. By pushing both desks side-by-side, you create more space for moving about.

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glamorous place to put things, the space under your bed allows for extra storage that might be hard to find elsewhere in a dorm. Drawers are great for storing summer-wear during the colder months nths or just extra sheets and blankets. nkets.

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Porchin’ it Everyone wishes their house had a porch. If you’re lucky enough to have one, you better put it to good use. Lounge around in the shade with friends and a six-pack or two. Read for class in the crisp autumn air without getting rained on. Make a bold or freaky statement about your house to passersby. Here’s are ten things to help you liven up the coveted comfort zone known as the porch. 1 Old couch 2 Christmas lights 3 Beer pong table 4 iHome / sound system (might get stolen) 5 Cornhole boards 6 Bike (might get stolen) 7 Piles of empty beer cans 8 Cardboard cutouts of celebrities 9 Potted plants and other greenery 10 Too many ashtrays —Patrick Beane

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UTILITIES GUIDE Remember these tips for understanding utilities in Bloomington.

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What am I responsible for? With a house you are usually responsible for setting up all utilities including gas, electric and water. With apartments all utilities except the electric bill are generally included in the month’s rent.

Trash collection Curbside trash collection occurs once a week, and recycling collection occurs bi-weekly. Check online at bloomington. in.gov for your specific pickup day. Set your bins out the night before because collection crews start their shifts as early as 5 a.m. Trash stickers are $2 per bin and must be attached each week for pickup. They can be purchased at all Kroger, Marsh and Bloomingfoods locations, as well as some Bloomington municipal buildings. If it finds an issue with your trash or recycling, the Sanitation

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Department might leave a non-collection notice explaining why they did not pick it up, which could result in a fine of up to $50. Names to know Electric Duke Energy 1-800-521-2232 Water City of Bloomington Utilities 812-349-3930 Gas Vectren Corporation 1-800-227-1376 Ways to save Don’t just turn off. Unplug appliances and gadgets when they’re not in use.

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Lower the thermostat temperature when you’re not home. For every degree you lower the temperature during the winter you can save up to 5 percent on your bill, according to the Alliance to Save Energy. Wash clothes in cold water. It cuts your energy use in half. Install a low-flow showerhead in your bathroom. It has a water output of no more than 2.5 gallons per minute, as opposed to a normal showerhead’s 5.5 gallons per minute. Low-flow fixtures only cost $10 to $20 to install. Lay area rugs on hardwood floors. Not only do they look nice, they also help warm a room and therefore reduce heating costs. — Michela Tindera

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EATING well year-round RECIPES AND PHOTOS BY RACHAEL STUART | rmstuart@indiana.edu

College students keep a tight hold on their purse strings, but they certainly want to let loose when entertaining with friends and family. Putting together a simple, flavorful meal doesn’t have to break the bank, especially if seasonal produce is the star. Below is a three-course meal sampling the best of the four seasons. Try variations on the entire menu or use each season’s recipe to complement your favorite standbys.

Summer Peach and Blackberry Tea with Basil Simple Syrup Peach tea and blackberry tea, looseleaf or in bags 1 cup granulated sugar ½ cup water ½ cup fresh basil leaves Optional: bourbon - Brew teas and refrigerate. - While the tea brews, combine sugar, water and basil leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until all sugar has dissolved and

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mixture coats the back of a spoon. - Cool syrup completely. Strain out basil leaves and store syrup in a resealable container in the refrigerator. - When ready to serve, pour equal amounts of peach and blackberry teas in glasses filled with ice cubes. Add basil simple syrup in place of sweetener. Garnish with extra basil leaves, fresh blackberries or half-slices of peach. - Add one or two shots of bourbon if you’re of-age.

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Fall Beet and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese 6-8 medium golden or purple beets, cooked and sliced 6 cups arugula Goat or bleu cheese, crumbled 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar 1/8 cup olive oil 2 shallots, minced Coarsely ground black pepper - Toss beets, cheese and greens in large bowl. - Whisk together balsamic, olive oil, minced shallot and black pepper. - Drizzle over salad when served.

Spring Strawberry-OrangeGrapefruit Dessert Topping Strawberries, chopped Grated orange and grapefruit peel Sugar Water Fresh mint leaves - Add strawberries and grated citrus peel to a small saucepan. - Add sugar to taste, depending on the strawberries’ natural sweetness, and a few tablespoons of water.

Winter Brussels Sprout, Bacon and Caramelized Red Onion Hash with Fried Eggs

- Fry eggs to desired doneness and serve one atop each plate of hash. Runnier yolks are ideal for mixing in with the sprouts. Drizzle a few teaspoons of red wine vinegar for more flavor.

- Remove from heat and cool. Mash with a fork until you reach a jam-like consistency. - Serve atop your favorite vanilla ice cream, yogurt or frozen yogurt. Garnish with fresh mint leaves to brighten the sweet fruit.

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- Add garlic, cooked bacon and sliced Brussels sprouts, and increase the heat. If remaining bacon fat is not enough to lightly coat the sprouts, add olive oil and butter in even amounts.

- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. If water evaporates and mixture looks dry, add more water in small amounts.

KITCHEN 11’ 6” x 6’

- Add onions and sauté until soft and caramelized.

- Season with salt and pepper and cook, occasionally stirring and turning sprouts until browned (the more caramelized, the better). Add thyme toward end of cooking if desired.

MECH.

- Cook bacon in large skillet. Set bacon aside, keeping the fat in the pan over medium heat.

FENCE

6-8 strips thick-cut bacon, roughly chopped 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced Olive oil Unsalted butter Salt and pepper to taste Eggs Optional: 1 Tbsp. dried or 3 sprigs fresh thyme, red wine vinegar

DINING AREA 12’ 6” x 8’

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YOUR RESOURCE TO BLOOMINGTON RENTALS

a a

Abodes: The Grove at Latimer www.abodes.com

940 S. Clarizz Blvd. #25 812-333-3333

$9801440

2-3

1-3

12 mo. U

W/D DW

IU BT

All

a a aa

Abodes: The Woods at Latimer 940 S. Clarizz Blvd. #25 www.abodes.com 812-333-3333

$8251060

12 mo. B

HU DW

IU BT

All a a a a a

Avalon Square Apartments www.shaw-rentals.com

806 S. Auto Mall Road 812-336-6900

$625995

1-3

12 mo. U

W/D DW

IU BT

Bellevue Apartments www.grantprops.com

400 E. Second St. 812-333-9579

$575660

12 mo. B b a

Bloom Apartments www.bloom-living.com

1050 S. Adams St. 812-559-0800

Call

1-2

12 mo. 9 mo. short term

Bradford Place Apartments www.bradfordplace.info

500 S. Parkridge Road 812-323-7365

$400539

2-3

Bryan Rental Inc. www.bryanrental.com

422 S. Henderson St. 812-345-1005

$670

Bryan Rental Inc. www.bryanrental.com

1440 S. Liberty Drive 812-345-1005

$1200 -3000

2-5

Cambridge I www.grantprops.com

700 E. Atwater Ave. 812-333-9579

A,S

$570985

1-2

12 mo. B

IU BT

Cats Other

Cambridge II www.grantprops.com

710 E. Atwater Ave. 812-333-9579

$660

12 mo. B

IU BT

Cats Other

Cambridge III www.grantprops.com

714 E. Atwater Ave. 812-333-9579

$660770

12 mo. B

IU BT

Cats Other

Cambridge Fess House www.grantprops.com

411 S. Fess St. 812-333-9579

$2100 -2315

4-5

1.5

12 mo. B

IU BT

Cats Other

a a

601 N. College Ave. 812-339-8777

A,S

$8504100

1-5

12 mo. U

a a a

W/D DW

602 N. Morton St. 812-339-8777

A,S, T

$5903800

1-5

1-3

12 mo. U

b b b ba

W/D b DW b

Dogs

Tenth & College Campus & Oddfellows www.tenthandcollege.com Cedarview Apartments & Houses www.tenthandcollege.com

IU b BT b

Cats Other

Porch/Patio

All

Pool

IU BT

Pets

Transportation

W/D DW

Gas

a a a

Trash

12 mo. U a a

Internet

2-3

Cable

2-3

Water

$650825

Electricity

Lease Options

807 N. Walnut St. 812-330-9700

Address/Phone

Price Range

807 Manors www.807Manors.com

Page Property/Unit

Unit Type

Appliances

Parking on Site

Amenities

Fitness Center

Options

Number of Baths

Furnished/Unfurnished

Utilities Included

Number of Bedrooms

A=Apartment S=Studio T=Townhouse H=House D=Duplex C=Condo a=All b=Some DW=Dishwasher W/D=Washer/Dryer HU=Washer/Dryer Hookup F=Furnished U=Unfurnished B=Both Furnished and Unfurnished BT=Bloomington Transit IU=Campus Bus PS=Private Shuttle

Laundry Facility

Housing Rental Guide

a a a a

W/D DW

BT PS

All

12 mo. B

a a a aa

W/D DW

BT PS

All

12 mo. U

IU BT

1-2.5 12 mo. U

W/D DW

IU BT

b b

a a

a a a

a a a a a

a b

Cherry Hill Manors www.CherryHillManors.com

1315 N. Dunn St. 812-330-9700

$550625

4.5

12 mo. U 9 mo.

a a

W/D DW

IU BT

All

Choice Realty & Management www.CallChoiceRealty.com

1715 S. Walnut St. 812-331-7353

A,T

$4201150

1-4

1-3

12 mo. U

b b

W/D DW

IU BT

Other

b b

Choice Realty & Management www.CallChoiceRealty.com

1715 S. Walnut St. 812-331-7353

$4252200

3.5

12 mo. U

IU b BT b

Other

b b

The Cottages www.grantprops.com

202, 204, 206, 208, 210 S. Roosevelt St. 812-333-9579

$1290 -1800

2-3

12 mo. B

IU b BT b

Cats Other

W/D DW

a a

YOUR RESOURCE TO BLOOMINGTON RENTALS Amenities

W/D DW

All

1-3.5 12 mo. U b b b b b

W/D DW b

IU b BT b

b b

W/D DW

IU b BT b

All

W/D DW

IU BT

W/D DW

IU BT

W/D b HU DW

IU b BT

12 mo. U

W/D DW

All b a

b a

1-2

12 mo. U

W/D DW b

All a

b a

2-3

2.5

12 mo. B

W/D DW

IU BT

Cats Other

$550

12 mo. B

IU b BT b

Cats Other

$740

12 mo. B

W/D DW

IU b BT b

Cats Other

500 N. Grant St. 812-333-9579

$1800 -2000

3-4

12 mo. B

W/D DW

IU b BT b

Cats Other

a a

Grant Corner www.grantprops.com

502 N. Grant St. 812-333-9579

$1230 -1325

12 mo. B

W/D DW

IU b BT b

Cats Other

GT Rentals www.gtrentalgroup.com

P.O. Box 1841 812-330-1501

A,S

$650800

1-2

12 mo. U

W/D DW

IU b BT b

All

GT Rentals www.gtrentalgroup.com

P.O. Box 1841 812-330-1501

$8003700

1-6

1-4.5 12 mo. U

W/D DW

IU b BT b

All

b b

Hunter Lodge www.grantprops.com

816 E. Hunter Ave. 812-333-9579

$6801200

1-2

12 mo. B

IU b BT b

Cats Other

Lincoln Hill Apartments www.grantprops.com

544 S. Lincoln St. 812-333-9579

$635930

1-2

12 mo. B

IU b BT b

Cats Other

Mackie Properties MackieRentalproperties.com

328 S. Walnut St. 812-606-1020

$450950

1-4

1-3

12 mo. B

All b

b ba

3101 E. Covenanter Drive 812-323-8021

$7351730

1-4

1-3.5 12 mo. U

Elkins Apartments www.ElkinsApartments.com

Various Locations 812-339-2859

$6952000

1-5

Elkins Apartments www.ElkinsApartments.com

Various Locations 812-339-2859

$1750 -3000

3-5

2-6

12 mo. U b b b b b b

Elkins Properties www.elkinspropertiesrent.com

220 E. 17th St. 812-331-7797

$9002200

3-5

1.52.5

12 mo. U

Elkins Properties www.elkinspropertiesrent.com

220 E. 17th St. 812-331-7797

H,C

$1375 -2400

3-5

The Fields www.TheFields.com

1333 Fenbrook Lane 877-899-3505

$8581480

1-4

1-2

Fox Property & Development www.foxbloomington.com

602 N. Walnut St.

$4004000

1-5

1-4

Fox Property & Development www.foxbloomington.com

Various Locations

$4002200

1-5

The Gables www.grantprops.com

314 N. Washington St. 812-333-9579

$1725 -2750

Grant Corner www.grantprops.com

401 1/2 E. Ninth St. 812-333-9579

Grant Corner www.grantprops.com

405 E. Ninth St. 812-333-9579

Grant Corner www.grantprops.com

1.5-3 12 mo. U All

Gas

Covenanter Hill www.RenaissanceRentals.com

Trash

12 mo. B

Internet

Cable

Water

$1900

Electricity

Address/Phone

Lease Options

205, 209 S. Jefferson St. 812-333-9579

W/D DW

IU b BT

Porch/Patio

Pets

The Cottages www.grantprops.com

Page Property/Unit

Pool

Transportation

Cats Other

Number of Baths

IU b BT b

Number of Bedrooms

W/D DW

Price Range

Unit Type

Appliances

Parking on Site

Options

Fitness Center

Utilities Included Furnished/Unfurnished

Laundry Facility

Housing Rental Guide

a a a ba a b b a

ba ba

Cats Dogs

a ba ba

a a

YOUR RESOURCE TO BLOOMINGTON RENTALS

1-2

12 mo. W/D U a a a a a a 9 mo. DW

IU BT

All

A,T

$8651875

1-3

1-2.5 12 mo. U

W/D DW

All

$850900

1-4

1-4.5 12 mo. U

a a

W/D DW

IU BT

A,T

$6941050

1-3

1-2

12 mo. U

a a a a

HU DW

BT PS

All

$550795

1,3,5

1,3, 4.5

12 mo. U a a 9 mo.

W/D DW

IU BT

All

1212 N. Grant St. 812-333-9579

A,S

$465675

IU BT b

Cats Other

Oakdale Square Apartments www.apartments.com

1655 S. Oakdale Drive 812-332-7289

A,T

$530800

1-4

Cats Dogs

Omega Properties www.omegabloomington.com

115 E. Sixth St., Suite 1 812-333-0995

A,S

Call

1-5

Omega Properties www.omegabloomington.com

115 E. Sixth St., Suite 1 812-333-0995

Call

3-8

1-3.5 12 mo. U

The Park on Morton www.TheParkonMorton.com

710 N. Morton St. 877-629-9900

A,T

$8301200 per BR

1-4

1-4.5 12 mo. F

Parker Real Estate Management www.parkermgt.com

621 N. Walnut St. 812-339-2115

H,D, C,S

$3956255

1-9

3.5

Pavilion Properties www.pavprops.com

219 E. Seventh St. 812-333-2332

A,S, T

$4953800

1-5

1-3

Pavilion Properties www.pavprops.com

219 E. Seventh St. 812-333-2332

$1600 -4630

Railway Manors www.RailwayManors.com

913 N. College Ave 812-330-9700

$650850

1-3

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

TBA

1-2

800 N. Union St. 812-855-3578

TBA

2001 E. Lingelbach Lane 812-855-4307

TBA

MeadowCreek Luxury Apartments www.RenaissanceRentals.com

3321 S. Cheekwood Lane 812-333-2280

Midtown Lofts and Flats www.midtownloftsiu.com

345 S. College Ave. 812-327-0800

Millenium Apartments www.mpm-living.com

1200 S. Rolling Ridge Way 812-558-0800

Northern Manors www.NorthernManors.com

1308 N. Lincoln St. 812-330-9700

Northview Apartments www.grantprops.com

RPS BBHN Apartments www.rps.indiana.edu/bbhnapartments RPS Campus View Apartments www.rps.indiana.edu/campusviewapartments RPS Evermann www.rps.indiana.edu/evermannapartments

a a a

Porch/Patio

1-3

512 N. College 812-330-9700

Pool

$625995

Manors at 9 North www.9NorthApartments.com

Pets

Transportation

Gas

All b

Trash

IU BT

Internet

W/D b HU DW

Cable

12 mo. B

Water

1-3

328 S. Walnut St. 812-606-1020

Electricity

1-4

Lease Options

$5251700

Address/Phone

Mackie Properties MackieRentalproperties.com

Price Range

H,C

Page Property/Unit

Unit Type

Appliances

Parking on Site

Amenities

Fitness Center

Options

Number of Baths

Furnished/Unfurnished

Utilities Included

Number of Bedrooms

Laundry Facility

Housing Rental Guide

b ba a

a a ba

a a a

ba a ba

12 mo. B

1-1.5 12 mo. U

HU b DW b

12 mo. U a a

a a

W/D DW

IU b BT b PS b

b b

W/D DW

IU b BT b PS b

b b

W/D DW

12 mo. U b b b b b b

W/D b DW b

IU b BT b

12 mo. U b b

W/D b DW b

1-2

a a a a

a a ba

b b

W/D b DW b

a b

a a a

W/D DW

IU BT

All

12 mo. U a a a a a a

a b

b b

12 mo. U a a a a a a

b b

12 mo. U a a a a a a

1-4.5 12 mo. U b b 12 mo. U a a

YOUR RESOURCE TO BLOOMINGTON RENTALS

Parking on Site

TBA

12 mo. U a a a a a a

IU BT

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

TBA

2-3

1-2

12 mo. U a a a a a a

445 N. Union St. 812-855-5513

TBA

1-4

1-2

9 mo.

F a a a a a a W/D

1063 E. Third St. 812-855-2108

TBA

9 mo.

U a a a a a a

IU BT

Sarah's Crib Apartments www.shaw-rentals.com

1116 N. Walnut St. 812-336-6900

$650800

1&3

Scholar's Quad www.RenaissanceRentals.com

2716 E. 10th St. 812-323-7359

$7751045

1-2

Scholar's Rock Studio Apartments www.RenaissanceRentals.com

1300 N. Walnut St. 812-330-1123

A,S

$440585

12 mo. U b a

Shaw Rentals www.shaw-rentals.com

409-432 E. Southern Drive 812-336-6900

$2000 -2350

12 mo. U

Smallwood Plaza Apartments www.smallwoodapts.com

455 N. College Ave. 812-331-8500

$1249 -2499

2-4

12 mo. B

1-2

1 & 3 12 mo. U 12 mo. U

W/D DW

a a

W/D DW

ba b

Porch/Patio

A,S

Pool

290 S. Union St. 812-855-8270

Pets

Gas

Trash

Internet

12 mo. U a a a a a a

Cable

Water

Electricity

TBA

2001 E. Lingelbach Lane & 2200 E. Lingelbach Lane 812-855-4307

Back Cover

Fitness Center

Furnished/Unfurnished

Address/Phone

Lease Options

Transportation

Appliances

RPS 3rd & Union Apartments www.rps.indiana. edu/3rdunionapartments RPS Tulip Tree Apartments www.rps.indiana.edu/tuliptreeapartments RPS Union Street Center www.rps.indiana.edu/unionstreetcenter RPS University Apartments East www.rps.indiana.edu/universityapartments

Number of Baths

Amenities

Number of Bedrooms

RPS Redbud Hill www.rps.indiana.edu/redbudapartments

Options

Price Range

Page Property/Unit

Utilities Included

Unit Type

Laundry Facility

Housing Rental Guide

a a a

Cats

W/D DW

a a a a a

W/D b HU b DW

BT b

12 mo. F

a a a a

W/D DW

All

a a

1-4.5 12 mo. B

a a a a

W/D DW

BT PS

All

a a

W/D DW

IU b BT b

Cats Other

a a a a

The Stratum at Indiana 3131 E. Goodnight Way www.thestratumatindiana.com 812-333-9868

Call

1-2

The Village at Muller Park www.villagemp.com

500 S. Muller Parkway 812-333-6800

$460855

1-4

Washington House www.grantprops.com

114 E. Seventh St. 812-333-9579

$2170 -2935

3&5

1-2

12 mo. B

Weidner lancew@bluemarble.net

Various Locations 812-327-7859

$9501400

12 mo. U

W/D DW

a a

Weidner lancew@bluemarble.net

Various Locations 812-327-7859

$1400 -2200

4-5

2-2.5 12 mo. U

W/D DW

a a

Woodington Management, LLC 205 E. 17th St. www.woodingtonmanagement812-333-9201 properties.com

A,S

$4101000

1-4

HU b DW b

IU b BT

All

Woodlawn Terrace www.grantprops.com

A,T

$1100 -2060

2-3

IU b BT b

Cats Other

902 E. Cottage Grove 812-333-9579

1-3

12 mo. U

1-1.5 12 mo. B

a a

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