{"id":3616,"date":"2016-04-06T17:48:40","date_gmt":"2016-04-06T17:48:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wdev.rochester.edu\/adv\/genesee\/?page_id=3616"},"modified":"2019-04-25T20:39:05","modified_gmt":"2019-04-25T20:39:05","slug":"docking-ship-in-new-waters","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/adv\/genesee\/docking-ship-in-new-waters\/","title":{"rendered":"Docking Ship in New Waters"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Docking Ship in New Waters<\/span><\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”75px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” side_padding=”50px” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Boston, MA” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399002640{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cFind an apartment that preferably isn\u2019t 100 years old. Also, try to avoid the Green Line if you can afford it, but apartments are the cheapest on it. The T is crazy in the afternoon, so go into work early and leave early. Find a sports team to play on (Boston RFC for me). jm Curley is an excellent bar and food spot.\u201d \u2013Will H. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399049226{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPopular Boston neighborhoods: Fenway\/Kenmore- sports addicts unite; South Boston- young professional, affordable housing, great nightlife; South End\/Back Bay- families, young professionals, dog lovers, expensive.\u201d \u2013Joana B. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399081827{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI\u2019ve since moved to another city, but I lived in Coolidge Corner in Brookline. There are a lot of great restaurants. Regal Beagle and Zaftigs are great for brunch but have really long line. There are a ton of sushi places. Hops N Scotch is a cool bar, and Barcelona Wine Bar is amazing but that\u2019s more towards Washington Square. Coolidge Corner is right on the Green Line and it\u2019s so easy to get into Boston.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550663746{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBorder Cafe in Harvard Square and Flour in Kendall Square are my must-try food recommendations for the Cambridge\/Somerville area.\u201d \u2013Steven T. \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399223594{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMany Boston landlords go through a broker. It\u2019s a very expensive and discouraging process. Start as early as possible otherwise you may settle for less!\u201d \u2013Megan H. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399164100{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMoved into a Boston apartment a friend was moving out of. It sucks but it\u2019s cheap. I\u2019d live closer to the city if I did it over.\u201d \u2013Will H. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550786605{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

\u201cCambridge is great! The many squares provide a wealth of fun and interesting things to do. Especially Central Square. Try to live close to a T stop. It makes getting around much easier. Also, it’s a huge biking city.\u201d \u2013Gavin P. \u201917<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399013023{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBoston nightlife: Lincoln Tavern, Boylston Street (strip of restaurants\/bars), Fenway (strip of bars), and Faneuil.\u201d \u2013Joana B. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399056537{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBrookline is a nicer area with apartments with 3-5 bedrooms. Coolidge Corner or Washington Square, specifically. Back Bay, South End, and Beacon Hill are all more expensive and the apartments are smaller, but the areas are nicer than the aforementioned.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399091299{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMoving to Boston after graduation was a perfect choice. It was such an easy transition from college into reality because there are so many colleges in the area and there is such a large population of twenty-somethings. The one thing about Boston I wish I had known prior was that almost 80% of apartments turn over on September 1. It is a mad rush to get the best, most affordable apartment.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399101209{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBoston is a fabulous city to live in after college, for work, or for graduate school. There are tons of young people, lots of jobs, a great cultural scene, a fabulous fitness community, etc. It can be expensive, but areas like Allston or Somerville tend to be slightly more affordable. There are always new neighborhoods to explore and new restaurants popping up\u2014get on the email lists for the local restaurant weeks so that you can try them all!\u201d \u2013Leah O. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114599705{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cYou don\u2019t need a car in Boston \u2013 in fact, buying a parking spot will often cost you a lot. See if you can get discounted Charlie Cards for the \u201cT\u201d (train) through work. The Brighton\/Allston area is great \u2013 cheaper and larger places, safe area, young community. Finding a place close to a T line or bus stop is a must.\u201d \u2013Jill D. \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399178402{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist shows Boston apartments that don\u2019t really exist. Craigslist is more for getting in contact with a realtor that can show you what\u2019s actually available. For rentals, that\u2019s probably your best bet. But if you don\u2019t see anything you like, reach out to one of the ads just to secure the realtor. Most rentals are on a September 1 cycle. You\u2019ll want to start searching for an apartment after June 1. Don\u2019t wait too long because the good ones go quickly.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399025464{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIf you aren\u2019t from Boston, you have to walk The Freedom Trail. I\u2019ve never been interested in history, but the trail is still one of my favorite things about the city. In terms of transportation, the T is pretty slow, but cheap and easy. Once you\u2019re downtown, you can pretty much walk anywhere if you don\u2019t mind walking a couple miles. Must-try restaurants: Anna\u2019s Taqueria has the best burritos on the east coast. If you\u2019re into Chinese food, Taiwan Cafe is the best of Chinatown.\u201d \u2013Matt B. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399064197{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBest neighborhoods to live in the city (if you can afford it): South End, Back Bay, Financial District, and Beacon Hill. Outside the city: Brookline (Coolidge Corner, Washington Square).\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399109829{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI live in Central Square in Cambridge and really love it. Certain areas of the city make having a car very expensive and difficult (e.g. Brookline). Living near a T line that can get you to work is ideal. Cambridge and Somerville are great areas if you want to feel more independent and somewhat removed from touristy areas of the city.\u201d \u2013Megan H. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550679890{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI love the Cambridge area because all the universities in the area attract great talent. The tech community here is tightly knit and full of very smart people.\u201d \u2013Christina K. \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399189607{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cFind a broker in Boston you trust, and live with a friend. Live on the T, even if it\u2019s cheaper not to.\u201d \u2013Dan S. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550724029{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIf you\u2019re looking around the Brighton area, check out Edge Realty Advisors. They\u2019re young, understand your budget, and won\u2019t show you anything that you wouldn\u2019t actually live in.\u201d \u2013Jill D.\u00a0 \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399210621{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cVisit Boston a lot and be ready to sign on the line as soon as you find one you like! Apartments get scooped up very quickly, particularly for September 1, June 1, and January 1 lease start dates.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114567698{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI live in Boston. If you like NYC, but think its way too overwhelming, Boston is great for you. Plenty of colleges and younger people around. Abundance of food and things to do. The T can be annoying sometimes but is a decently reliable way to get around. Expensive, so find roommates\/friends to live with.\u201d \u2013Evelyn G. ’18[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399038934{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cDon\u2019t bring a car if you don\u2019t need one. Get a monthly T pass so you\u2019re able to get around the city easily and more cost-effectively.\u201d \u2013Joana B. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399072098{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIn order to be able to live here right out of college, most people will need roommates. It is expensive to live anywhere near the T. Brighton and Allston are very college-y but good for 21- to 23- year-olds.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399118651{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe Red Line is the best line to be on, but rent is expensive. The city is made up of smaller cities and boroughs and people tend not to travel too much in-between socially (like NYC). The MBTA hours were recently extended so the twenty-somethings of Boston are rejoicing, and it is hoping to retain people that way.\u201d \u2013Gemma S. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550695437{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBoston is the best city on Earth! The T is the way to go; parking is insane. If you want to live further out and drive in, try to park at the ends of the T lines, like Alewife, Riverside, or Wellington, because they\u2019re usually cheaper, about $7 for the day. For the T, see if your company can help you pay for it. My hospital has a program so I only have to pay half the fee before taxes. I live in the suburbs at home and take the commuter rail in, which is super expensive, so this saves me a ton of money.\u201d \u2013Teresa R. \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550708941{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI found a place that\u2019s very close to work, this helps with daily commute.\u201d \u2013Christina K. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114589986{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI moved to Boston! I live in a neighborhood closer to the suburbs called Brighton, since it is near my school. I love it because there are so many students and young people; the city has great energy. There are so many places to eat and shop. There is lots of history to take in as well. I love the newer area of Seaport for cool new buildings and beautiful views of the water. I also love eating Italian food in the North End.\u201d \u2013Eileen R. ’18[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Chicago, IL” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399313933{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIf you\u2019re not on one of the major bus lines, try to get an apartment within 15 minutes walking of a train stop. You do not have to get an apartment in the Loop or River North unless you\u2019re looking to burn cash. The bar with the best view of the city is Cindy\u2019s.\u201d \u2013Deborah P.\u00a0 \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399357920{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cTons of good neighborhood options abound. Identify your priorities and then find a place. There are many factors: proximity to public transportation, proximity to the lake, areas with a lot of bars\/restaurants\/nightlife, types of neighborhoods, etc. Know what you want, and find something accordingly.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399396892{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist. Proximity to a grocery store is key \u2013 especially if you don\u2019t have a car. BTW, you don\u2019t need a car.\u201d \u2013Deborah P.\u00a0 \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399325610{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cChicago is a great city to live in with a strong network of Rochester graduates. Chicago is a city of neighborhoods and has something for everyone. Are you into sports bars and a party atmosphere? Head north to Lakeview or Lincoln Park. Low key small bars and restaurants? Go to Bucktown or Wicker Park. Higher end restaurants and nightlife? Go to the West Loop or River North. One thing is for sure: Chicago is an excellent city for dining no matter where you go.\u201d \u2013Bennett P.\u00a0 \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399368540{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPeople fresh from college usually really enjoy the Lakeview area. It has a lot of college-age students due to its vicinity to DePaul, and plenty of restaurants, shops, and bars.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399405194{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI grew up in the Chicago area and heard about my place through my high school network. Affordable accommodations are pretty common though.\u201d \u2013Bennett P.\u00a0 \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399462221{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI ended up in my first Uptown pretty unintentionally, as I visited the city just one weekend to find a place. I used Chicago Apartment Finders which helped me narrow down what I was looking for and took me around different neighborhoods to see several places in one appointment. I have remained in the same neighborhood, and am very glad to be right next to the red line, away from the craziness and expensiveness of the downtown\/Loop area, and surrounded by all the establishments I need to live and have fun!\u201d \u2013Hannah A. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399337920{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cEverybody seems to live in Lincoln Park, but the West side (Wicker Park, Logan Square, Bucktown, and parts of Humboldt Park) is pretty great, too! Living near the train is a huge plus, since buses have to deal with traffic. If you\u2019re looking to make the move to any place, make sure you can find a solid grocery store close-by without having to take a bus. If you drive, there\u2019s always free parking somewhere, depending on how far you\u2019re willing to walk and how hard you\u2019re willing to look. And most importantly, while everyone who visits Chicago seems to gravitate towards the Loop, the good restaurants are in the neighborhoods outside of the Loop. If you\u2019re looking for some good food and cool places to explore, hop on a train out of the Loop.\u201d \u2013Ashley C.\u00a0 \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399414655{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cTruth be told, I used Craigslist to find the apartment I live in now. I picked a neighborhood and combed ads daily. Another tip is to go to the neighborhood you want to live in and search around, do drive-bys, or walk to find \u2018For Rent\u2019 signs. Just be careful \u2013 a cool neighborhood can become really shady if you walk past a certain street. You can get really lucky on a place, or really unlucky. I used to live in a building that had tons of giant centipedes. Suffice it to say, I moved out of there as soon as I got the chance!\u201d\u2013Ashley C.\u00a0 \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399350440{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cChicago is a phenomenal city to live in after college. I\u2019m an East Coaster at heart, but the weather is really not all that different, and surprisingly enough there are beautiful beaches here right on Lake Michigan. It\u2019s a huge city, but has a variety of different neighborhoods, each with their own vibe and community, which makes navigating more manageable. I have lived in Uptown since I moved here, and work nearby in Rogers Park. Both are less-mainstream neighborhoods which I love. There are tons of restaurants, bars, and concert venues around me, and it\u2019s easy to hop around different areas using public transportation. I have had some of the most delicious food, and have met some of the most inspiring people since I moved here.\u201d \u2013Hannah A. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399389938{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI love Chicago! It\u2019s a bit colder than Rochester, but it\u2019s wonderful. I live in Hyde Park. It\u2019s easy to bike or take city transportation everywhere.\u201d \u2013Tony I. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399470446{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI used student resources since UChicago was so close and found a great apartment for a great price!\u201d \u2013Toni I. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556224519002{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI recommend using local connections, online search databases, and Craigslist to find a place to live.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Los Angeles, CA” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399502015{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cYou have to coordinate your schedule around traffic and depending on where you are going you should add an extra 15-30 minutes during peak times. You need a car to get to many places but the transportation is getting better. Koreatown is a good location to live since it is right near easily accessible transportation systems and the prices are not ridiculously expensive. Koreatown is also pretty central and close enough to downtown, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills.\u201d -Amelia S. \u201911 \u201cLearn to drive, get a car. Don\u2019t plan on traveling between 6-9 a.m. and 3-7 p.m. If you do, double time of travel at least.\u201d \u2013Jessica M. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399546655{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLA is a huge city, and you can mainly find anything you want. There are great hiking trails, so if you like to explore nature, it is a very nice place to live. You really need a car to live here, however, if you live close to your workplace, you can take metro, bus, or Uber every day.\u201d \u2013Zongqi L. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399582016{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI moved in with roommates who already lived here, but I would suggest Craigslist and other websites. Living alone will be expensive, $1,300-$1,800 for a studio\/one-bedroom in a nice area. But there are a lot of areas further out that are affordable. Two to three roommates and you can live for $800-$1,200 a month somewhere nice. It\u2019s not like NYC where you need a real estate agent, you will be able to find something on your own. Go to the neighborhoods and see how close they are to highways. Preferably know where you would think about working before you find a place because a long commute can be completely demotivating. Going 5 miles can take 30 minutes and going 10 miles can take up to an hour, and that\u2019s average. Santa Monica and the west side are rather expensive. West Hollywood\/Hollywood are a little less expensive but not good for commuting. The Valley and North Hollywood are much more affordable but only if you work close by and you are kind of stuck up there. Silver Lake\/Echo Park are more hipster vibe and you can bike around and eat really good food but it\u2019s hard to get to the west side. Downtown is different from most downtowns in a city, but can be nice and maybe affordable. The further south along the beach you go the more affordable it gets. Culver City is up and coming and really nice (I want to move there!). And then there are still a bunch more neighborhoods that could be great.\u201d \u2013Emily R. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399514120{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cL.A is huge. You 100% need a car and to live somewhere with parking. L.A is not an easy city to get used to, as the community vibe of the East Coast\/Mid-West can feel absent at times. However, L.A has as much to offer as any big city. There are amazing neighborhoods, restaurants, bars, and of course beaches and mountains. The best things to do are outside of L.A. There are really good hikes and beaches and if you like surfing and sports it\u2019s great for that. The weather is also perfect. You can play sports year round and joining a pick-up-team is a great way to meet people. Public transportation is terrible and don\u2019t expect to be able to use it to get to useful places. Visit L.A. before you come. It isn\u2019t a user-friendly city; try and stay with people you know and can take you around vs. staying in hotels. If you family does not live on the West Coast, it is also extremely expensive to fly to other cities so factor that in to your budget. Overall, L.A. is a difficult city to get used to and navigate, but if you have a job, start building a community and get outside enough you will learn to love it.\u201d \u2013Emily R. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399554889{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLiving in Ventura County, at the edge of Los Angeles, I get to experience the city life of Los Angeles and enjoy the comforts of living in a more suburban area. Santa Monica is a great area to explore for hiking, culture and nightlife. Downtown LA has my favorite rooftop bar, Perch, which has a great view of the city. Also, getting to drive on the Pacific Coast Highway often is a great reminder of the beauty of the California coastline.\u201d \u2013Janelle D.\u00a0 \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399597947{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI am fortunate\u2014as a graduate student at UC Irvine, I am eligible for subsidized housing. In addition to being extremely affordable in a part of the country where the cost of living is high, it also took the guess work out of apartment hunting when I moved across the country.\u201d \u2013Caitlin C. \u201911 \u201cI find my apartment through UCLA\u2019s ULoop.\u201d -Zongqi L. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399528259{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe west side is the best place to live: Culver City, Palms, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Westwood, and Brentwood. Downtown has cool areas, but I wouldn\u2019t suggest living there immediately if you\u2019re not familiar with the area, as some areas can be very sketchy. Parking is impossible and is really expensive. Also, don\u2019t plan on using any major highway from 4 to 7 p.m., if you can avoid it. Traffic is the worst. Try to take advantage of happy hour deals; they have really late happy hours here!\u201d \u2013Wallis N. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399562802{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe closer you get to the beach, the more good food and drinks you\u2019re going to find. Check out every hole-in-the-wall you can, as there are gems everywhere in this city. Townhouse in Venice is a great bar and right on the beach \u2013 grab a beer, a poke bowl on the boardwalk, and watch the skate boarders in the nearby skate park. If you get the chance, the Museum of Jurassic Technology in Culver City is hands down the best use of a Saturday afternoon. Most locals don\u2019t even know about it. Uber and Lyft are so handy and cheap, you can\u2019t go wrong. But, if possible, live as close to work as you can, even if it\u2019s pricey. The LA commute is never not bad, and a few hundred bucks extra a month might be worth it to spare you a 2 hour commute each way! In the movies, you never get to see how many people have dogs. Here\u2019s the thing about a city where it never rains but is full of dogs: it reeks of dog pee.\u201d \u2013Jay R.\u00a0 \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399605897{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe best way to find apartments is by walking around the neighborhood you\u2019re interested in because a lot of the best places aren\u2019t posted online and they go fast. You need to be ready to make an offer within a day or two of viewing a place.\u201d \u2013Wallis N.\u00a0 \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399627407{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist, Westside Rentals, and LA housing groups on Facebook are the best ways to find apartments. Koreatown is a good place to start. It\u2019s fairly cheap, decent neighborhood, and pretty central (it\u2019s easy to get to from other LA neighborhoods). It\u2019s much more affordable to live with roommates as opposed to living by yourself!\u201d \u2013Octavia R.\u00a0 \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399617431{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cZillow is your friend! Go on every day and only sort by postings from the last 24 hours \u2013 any posting on there longer than a week is either already gone, or no one wants it for a reason.\u201d \u2013Jay R.\u00a0 \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556224551659{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe best thing about living in LA: the weather! There\u2019s also so much to do. Popular neighborhoods are Koreatown (Korean BBQ is something you have to try!), Hollywood (where you\u2019ll find the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the famous Chinese Theatre), Los Feliz (trendy neighborhood; also, home to Griffith Observatory\/Park), and more. Other great places to check out include The Getty Museum, The Grove, Roscoe\u2019s Chicken & Waffles, In-N-Out, and the movie studios. The one thing that everyone hates about LA: the TRAFFIC. Hop on a train if you can or order a Lyft.\u201d \u2013Octavia R.\u00a0 \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526399573982{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI found an apartment via a combination of online searches on major sites like apartments.com and also by walking around in the neighborhood and scouting.\u201d -Amelia S. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”New York, NY” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400885432{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cHeads up: Brooklyn is the new Manhattan and Queens is the new Brooklyn.\u201d -Emma A. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400923357{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBrooklyn is my love. Get an unlimited monthly subway pass unless you\u2019re a lucky one who can walk to work. Walk everywhere! Brooklyn Bridge Park is stunning. The summer in the city is the best time of your life. Enjoy the free events, concerts, yoga at Bryant Park, etc. Several Rochester alumni live in Brooklyn Gold\u2014join us there! East Village, LES, South Slope are some of the best areas to live for people our age.\u201d \u2013Emily H. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400960764{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cFor me, living within an easy commute to work is far more important than living near where I like to socialize. Getting to work is something that you have to do every day, over and over, and on a very specific schedule. There are also so many amazing neighborhoods and places to explore in New York that you likely won\u2019t end up in the same exact spot too frequently.\u201d \u2013Chelsea D. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400999725{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cWorking in NYC is amazing because of the diversity it offers. My favorite restaurant is Eataly because there are so many options and it\u2019s such a fun atmosphere!\u201d \u2013Samantha L. \u201916, Media\/Communications[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401038048{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMy friend moved in and was looking for an extra roommate. If you\u2019re looking in a place like New York, post messages on Facebook and other social networking sites that you\u2019re looking for a place and a friend of a friend may very well know someone. Also Craigslist is not a bad way to find apartment listings.\u201d \u2013David L. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401142752{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLive with your parents until January. You\u2019ll save $300-$500 per month if you sign a lease mid-winter rather than the high season (April to September).\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401185054{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]No matter how much prep work you do, though, apartment hunting in NYC is always a bit of a nightmare. Things move incredibly quickly, so it\u2019s rarely possible to start viewing apartments before about two weeks before you\u2019re willing to move. Make sure you know all of the paperwork you\u2019ll need and have it ready to go. Be aware of income requirements (usually 40x the monthly rent), so opting for roommates, or having a guarantor if that\u2019s an option, may be necessary. All apartments have broker fees, but sometimes they\u2019ll be covered by the renter rather than the lease. It\u2019s definitely possible to get a no-fee apartment if you\u2019re willing to do a little more legwork, but also do the math because sometimes a realtor can get you a better price on a comparable apartment, so the fee might be balanced out by reduced rent over time. Some brokers are also willing to negotiate for a month\u2019s rent rather than the standard percentage fee.\u201d \u2013Chelsea D. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400894477{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cExplore everything. When you\u2019re new to the city, say yes to most invitations. Walk around aimlessly. Go into random different coffee shops, stores, bars, restaurants, etc.\u201d \u2013Justin G. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400930161{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cNew York is an amazing place to live postgrad! Each neighborhood has its own distinct feel and there\u2019s so much to see. While my friends and I have our own spots in our neighborhood (Morningside Heights) that we like to frequent, we also like to branch out and explore new areas of the city every weekend. We love to do brunch on weekends and always try to find bars and restaurants with outdoor or rooftop seating in the summer. Public transportation makes getting around very easy and convenient. It is expensive to live here, but if you budget wisely, you can have fun while still paying your bills.\u201d \u2013Andrea M. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400967920{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cNew York has everything as far as restaurants, bars, clubs, music venues, etc. I live in Astoria which is a wonderful and safe neighborhood and very close to midtown Manhattan. I personally think living in Manhattan is overpriced and not worth it. There are plenty of great places to live in \u2013 Queens, Brooklyn, and New Jersey \u2013 that are easy to get into the city from and have nice restaurants and things to do right in your neighborhood, and they\u2019re much cheaper than Manhattan.\u201d \u2013David L. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401010187{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cOn my grad school\u2019s student Facebook page, I looked for other people who also were waitlisted for housing. I found a UR alum two years older than me that had known my older sister on the page, so I messaged her and we ended up living together.\u201d \u2013Brianna I.\u00a0 \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401113007{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLook online and arrange visits. Don\u2019t be afraid to pay a broker\u2019s fee because at least they know what they\u2019re doing. You can find a good apartment in less than two weeks.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401153360{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cReally research neighborhoods and figure out which will be the best fit. Do not use a broker! Their fees are crazy. Your best bet is to find someone cool on Craigslist and move in. If you must find your own apartment, try to get into a building with a great landlord or a new luxury building that is trying to be filled (cheaper rent!)\u201d \u2013Emily H. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401201732{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLots of young professionals can find affordable housing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan or in Hell\u2019s Kitchen. Most people find their apartments or roommates through Craigslist, alumni networking, or friends. Try to avoid brokers by searching for no-fee apartments!\u201d \u2013Elizabeth S. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526550951936{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI really like my neighborhood in Washington Heights. Most people don’t come up this far in Manhattan, but it’s beautiful and so quiet. The parks up here are wonderful and it’s a very safe-feeling community. I love coming back here after working in the busy Upper East Side.\u201d \u2013Jaclyn S. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400904367{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cOne of the great things about living in NYC is that entering a new neighborhood is like entering an entirely new world. I try to explore an area I haven\u2019t yet been to every weekend. I\u2019ll go get coffee in a cafe, or brunch in a popular local diner, or try out a new bar. Half the time I meet someone famous.\u201d \u2013Anonymous \u201c[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400937228{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLive with lots of roommates to keep the rent down. Find out the building\u2019s policies with respect to putting up fake walls. Recent college graduates tend to flock to Murray Hill and the Upper East Side\u2014nothing wrong with that. When you\u2019re 22, the bars there are fun and the people are your age so just go with it.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400982557{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI just moved to the Bronx from Rochester. My biggest regret is not finding an apartment with included parking for my car. Some advice, make sure you get an apartment close to a train or bus stop, and whenever you commute into Manhattan or another borough, always be prepared with anything you might need in your bag.\u201d \u2013Angie S. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401016994{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI installed the Padmapper and Trulia apps on my phone, and stalked them until I found an apartment in my price range with a decent commute. Realtors run in semi-monthly cycles, so if you see an ad for an apartment on May 16, the lease will be signed by June 1, and on June 2, the push for June 15 apartments will start.\u201d -Emma A. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114710182{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cNYC is amazing. The ease of finding whatever you want to do\/eat is unmatched. A solitary walk along the infamous sidewalks of Manhattan and visiting Instagram-worthy locations across the outer boroughs is always a good idea. Don\u2019t be afraid of the public transportation system; it\u2019s cheaper and waaaaay better than anyone will tell you it is. If you need to save money, consider commuting from LI, the LIRR makes it quick and easy to get to Penn Station.\u201d -Hira A. ’18[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114817340{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cDon\u2019t hesitate to go out and explore new areas. You\u2019ll meet some really interesting people along the way. Try out some of my favorite spots in Astoria! Queens Comfort, Comfortland<\/a>, and Gossip Coffee<\/a>.\u201d -Michael D. ’13[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114843496{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI moved to NYC and live in Manhattan. Best thing about NYC is that you can find dollar pizza 24\/7. Using the subway system can be annoying, especially during rush hours, but it is also a nice way to catch up on reading, podcasts, tv shows, etc. Neighborhoods such as Lower East Side and East Village have a lot of trendy restaurants, especially for brunch.\u201d -Daniela B. ’18[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400915325{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]When you first move to the city or to a new neighborhood, take a weekend to get a lay of the land. This will make you feel more at home, and will give you a few places to take visitors when they inevitably ask for a \u2018tour.\u2019\u201d \u2013Lucas P. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400947229{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe best way to get to know New York City is to just walk around. Pick a place you\u2019ve never been before and just take a stroll. And please, venture outside of Manhattan\u2014the outer boroughs are way more awesome. If you like books, go to the Strand. It\u2019s amazing. Be sure to find the rare books sections. People in New York aren\u2019t as mean as people think, we\u2019re just busy. If you need help, there is always someone who will help you, so just ask. If you need a public bathroom, try fast food restaurants and hotels. Let people off the subway before you get on and don\u2019t take taxis too often, they\u2019re expensive. Time Out New York is a great resource to find things to do.\u201d \u2013Melissa G. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526400992749{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI grew up in Manhattan and always knew I wanted to return after school. I am a little biased, but I love living in the city. Everything is accessible by public transportation and you never run out of things to do. Some of my favorite NYC spots are the Museum of the Moving Image, Bluestone Lane, and Washington Square Park.\u201d \u2013Ellen S.\u00a0 \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401025437{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIn NYC, apartments rented through management companies are typically easy to find online without a broker. Don\u2019t let brokers show you these because they make you sign an agreement before they taking you around that says you have to pay them if you rent whatever they showed you. Once you find an apartment, you have to pay money up front, which could be a month\u2019s worth of rent and a security deposit. If your salary isn\u2019t a certain amount (around 40x monthly rent), you must have a guarantor that makes even more than that. There are companies that can act, but it\u2019s expensive. After you spend some time in NYC, you will have hopefully made new friends and connections that will help you find better apartments in cooler areas for possibly less money.\u201d -Armando R. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401131805{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI went to trulia.com and found a few I was interested in based on the areas and amenities of the building. Then I booked out a weekend with showings back to back, and by the end of the week- end I was ready to make my deposit. Make sure you have all your documents ready before you go apartment hunting because there\u2019s a lot of competition in NYC!\u201d \u2013Angie S. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401174951{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI was able to get into an apartment through Columbia University Apartment Housing, so that worked out really well for me. If you have the opportunity to live in university housing even as a graduate student, you should take it. The apartments are cheaper and usually much nicer than apartments you\u2019d pay the same price for that weren\u2019t university-affiliated.\u201d \u2013Andrea M. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401165602{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIdentify potential neighborhoods by looking at transportation maps to find areas that are accessible from where you work and other important locations. If you can, try to talk to somebody who grew up in the area or at least has been living there for a while. There are so many different neighborhoods and things change quickly, so it\u2019s hard to get a feel for different areas just by information online. If at all possible, go walk around places you think you may want to live and check out the vibe, plus look for things like grocery stores and laundromats that make everyday life a lot easier.\u201d \u2013Chelsea D. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Philadelphia, PA” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401246163{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cYou\u2019ll find that Philadelphia residents really love their city. There\u2019s even a wildly popular hashtag to reflect it: #whyilovephilly.\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401287351{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhiladelphia is a city built up of neighborhoods. Popular ones for twenty-somethings are Old City, Washington Square West, Graduate Hospital, Fishtown, Northern Liberties, and Rittenhouse. Fishtown seems really far away from the rest of the city (it\u2019s not really,) but there\u2019s a lot going on there in the creative scene.\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401322262{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe living conditions are far better in Center City (east of 30th street) than they are in West Philadelphia around UPenn\u2019s campus. Apartments in Center City are slightly more money, but it\u2019s worth it to not have to deal with the crummy houses that they rent out to students and young professionals around UPenn\u2019s campus. Definitely look into Philly Sport and Social Club and Philly Sports Network. These are companies that run weekly ongoing sports leagues for everything from softball and basketball to dodgeball and kickball. It\u2019s a great way to meet people and make friends. It\u2019s also super fun. Who doesn\u2019t like dodgeball?\u201d \u2013Benjamin P. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401355290{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist has always worked for me! You have to be willing to look at a few duds first, but stick with it and you\u2019ll find great places. Just make sure to jump on new posts, and make decisions quickly, since awesome apartments will go in a flash.\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401389581{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cStart with Craigslist and then set up appointments to meet and see the actual space. Try to do research on the location you want to be in first (i.e. the ideal neighborhood). I had another apartment in Wilmington before my current one and I didn\u2019t realize that it was on the outskirts of all the shops, eateries, and bars until after I had moved in. Now I am in the center of everything, close to the highway, on the bus line, and across from a park!\u201d \u2013Emily W. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401257471{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhilly is a great food and drink city. There are always fantastic events going on like Restaurant Week and Center City Sips, which can be a great way to explore new parts of the city and try new restaurants. The neighborhoods around South Street are a fantastic place to live.\u201d \u2013Leah P. \u201912 Just Five Ad \u201cPopular Neighborhoods: Northern Liberties, Manayunk, Roxborough, East Falls. Must-try Restaurants: El Vez, Shake Shack, Alma de Cuba, Las Margaritas, Chima. Hang-out Spots: Mad River, Frankford Hall, Drinkers, The Plough & The Stars, Zee Bar.\u201d \u2013Michelle H. \u201809[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401295238{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhiladelphia is a phenomenal place to live. I grew up in the suburbs and, until 2014, had never lived in a big city before. Even though Philly is the 5th most populous city in the U.S., it doesn\u2019t feel like it at all. Plus, it has one of the best food scenes in the country!\u201d \u2013Christopher Y. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551142941{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cYou can\u2019t go wrong with living in Center City of Philadelphia. Philly is a very walkable city, you can get to almost everywhere on foot, and burn a bit more calories doing so. There are tons of restaurants, bars, theaters, museums, etc. \u2013 something for everyone to do.\u201d\u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401303314{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhiladelphia is filled with communities of passionate people. You just need to find them! Once you start going to events, reading blogs, and seeing what\u2019s out there, you\u2019ll find that there is a community that you fit into, and it will open up your world in awesome ways.\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401337618{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cWest Philadelphia has a great vibe due to the many universities, but the crime rate is staggering, so be careful when walking around after dark. The Manayunk neighborhood is a bit safer and is home to a lot of grad students. Manayunk has a lot of bars, not to mention these insane cliffs that rival those in San Francisco. Rittenhouse Square has a lot of nice cafes and shopping. City Tavern serves only colonial recipes, so that\u2019s a unique place to eat.\u201d \u2013Dan G. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401371729{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cShop, shop, shop. We found prices varied widely and saw a ton of places that were pricier and less nice than our final choice. Duplexes are big in Philly, and we\u2019ve had much better luck than other friends who got apartments in larger buildings in West Philly, many plagues by roaches, mice, bedbugs or smoke. We live above our landlady in the \u201cmaid\u2019s quarters\u201d of an old duplex and have never had to worry about these things.\u201d \u2013Ryan W. \u201908[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556224625212{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPadmapper.com<\/a>! Hands down easiest way to find an apartment.\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401330686{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhilly is really becoming an amazing city for millennials! The city has become really into pop-up beer gardens and restaurants. Don\u2019t be scared of SEPTA buses, because they make it so easy to get around! Popular neighborhoods for 20-somethings: Old City, Washington Square West, Midtown Village, Graduate Hospital, Bella Vista. Best brunch spots: Hawthorne\u2019s, Cafe Lift, Kennett, Honey\u2019s. Best coffee shops: Chapterhouse, Good Karma on Pine St., Menagerie, Cafe Ole. Best happy hour: Sampan, Mixto, Perch Pub (and a million others, Philly has awesome happy hours).\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401279117{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhiladelphia is a very walkable city and fun to explore \u2013 you could even walk by City Hall, Chinatown, Penn\u2019s Landing, LOVE Park, and the Philadelphia Art Museum in one day. Reading Terminal Market has tons of delicious food and there are usually samples to try! Magic Gardens is a very unique visit \u2013 it\u2019s a small outdoor environment completely covered with mosaic. It is inexpensive for students and South Street nearby has great little shops and tasty food. The Philadelphia Zoo is unique because it has elevated tunnels above the pedestrian walkways that animals such as big cats or apes can use to explore. In the summer, there are tons of beer gardens that are uniquely decorated and cozy. In the winter, Penn\u2019s Landing has a really nice skating rink by the river. There are fire pits and you can even buy the fixings to make s\u2019mores on them.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401314937{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCenter City has so much going on\u2014a booming restaurant scene, a ton of eclectic coffee shops, a growing co-working\/startup\/tech scene, and more. It\u2019s an awesome city for twenty- and thirty-somethings.\u201d \u2013Arielle F. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551163344{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cPhiladelphia has a great restaurant scene. There are so many different cuisines to explore. The city is also very diverse and walkable! Philadelphia is a nice blend of a modern city with historic roots. Sometimes I forget that I live in the same place where the Declaration of Independence was signed!\u201d \u2013Jessica R.\u00a0 \u201916[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401381016{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]First, start looking really early. Ideally you should be able to pick out a couple of buildings and go to Philly to look at them and be prepared to sign a lease on that day. Apartments go very fast, especially those in good locations. Furthermore, a lot of the high-rise apartment buildings are really old and thus may have a lot of unadvertised things wrong with them, so it helps to go out there and look at things like water pressure, presence of pests, etc.\u201d \u2013Benjamin P. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Rochester, NY” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114866726{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cRestaurants: Coco Garden, Thali and Shiki. Spots: Park Ave and the Public Market. Transportation: get a car. City Quirks: go to the different shows at Eastman.\u201d \u2013Isabella T.V. ’14[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401980251{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]”There are a lot of great restaurants in the Park Ave area such as Bacco\u2019s, Magnolia\u2019s, Dorado, and Sinbad\u2019s, to name a few. There are a lot of options for bars on Park Ave and Monroe Ave such as Dragonfly Tavern, O\u2019Callaghan\u2019s, and ACME, to name a few. Dogtown and Mark\u2019s Texas Hots on Monroe Ave are perfect for late night food! The Village Gate on University has some really good restaurants including The Gate House, California Rollin\u2019, Lento, and Good Luck. I highly recommend trying new restaurants because there are a lot of great ones in Rochester. There are also some great dance studios such as Tango Cafe and Groove Juice Swing to take salsa or swing lessons at. There is really a lot to do in Rochester!\u201d -Katlyn M. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402095648{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI was very lucky and found a fantastic apartment through a friend! The location is great; the apartment is affordable, and quite spacious.\u201d \u2013Emily H.\u00a0 \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551421558{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI heard about my apartment I currently live in through friends. The first apartment I lived in post-college I found by searching online for apartments in the Park Ave area. Landlords let you see the apartment before you rent it, so I recommend just going to check them out and see if you like it in person.\u201d -Katlyn M. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1527714854760{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThere are so many wineries around and the Finger Lakes are always beautiful!\u201d -Delia C.N. ’17[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551513108{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI love the various cultures, entertainment, history, art. Get a bike. Try your best to eliminate fuel emissions. Stay fit, hydrated and run.\u201d -Kwame B. ’17[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401946614{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cRochester is more interesting than you think. The food is exceptional, the drinks are delicious, and there are a surprising amount of fun places to hang out. The South Wedge and Park Ave areas are absolutely worth checking out.\u201d -Lauren W. \u201915 \u201cRochester has tons of culture \u201d \u2013Nahoma P.\u00a0 \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114892760{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cRochester has so much more to offer than many of us know or explore during our undergrad years. There are so many amazing coffee shops, wonderful restaurants, and great cultural institutions. If you decide to stay in Rochester after you graduate: EXPLORE, EXPLORE, EXPLORE. This city may struggle with crime in certain areas, but there is an amazing quality of life to be found here!\u201d -Elizabeth H. ’13[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114901973{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI\u2019m discovering new things in Rochester all the time! For being a small city, it still has a lot to offer.\u201d -Sarah W. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402023421{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMust try restaurants: Sinbad\u2019s and Hogan\u2019s Hideaway. Great bars: Magpie, Dragonfly, and Half Pint.\u201d \u2013Diana D. \u201908[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551264308{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI found my apartment through lots of searching! Ultimately, Craigslist. Look at the wonderful houses as well as larger buildings! Use your connections and look around for friends moving out of great places.\u201d -Elizabeth H. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551409389{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cApartment hunting: Craigslist, Rent Rochester, and Zillow. Most good rentals are up for less than 36 hours. I\u2019ve lived in the same apartment for two years, and couldn\u2019t be happier!\u201d \u2013Vincent D.\u00a0 \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401955795{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cRochester has a lot to offer! College is a bubble of sorts, so as an undergrad, I never really realized how much there is to do in the city and what different vibes all the various neighborhoods have. There are tons of amazing restaurants in Rochester, and hardcore coffee-lover culture is growing rapidly. One of my favorite places to hang out on a Saturday night is Joe Bean, a coffee bar that also serves beer and wine. The staff are all super knowledgeable and fun to talk to about beer, coffee, and more! Rochester also has lots of great parks and trails to hike on.\u201d \u2013Emily H.\u00a0 \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402000975{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMust-try ethnic restaurants: Yummy Garden Hot Pot (Chinese); Seoul House (Korean); Sodam (Korean); Abyssinia (Ethiopian); Natural Oasis (Ethiopian); The King and I (Thai); Esan (Thai); Thali of India (Indian); India House (Indian); Haveli (Indian). Other must-try restaurants: Dogtown; Han Noodles; Owl House; John\u2019s Tex-Mex; Harry G\u2019s; Tap and Mallet.\u201d \u2013Matias P. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402033659{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cGo to Taco John\u2019s (a.k.a John\u2019s Tex Mex) at South and Alexander. Venture outside the city to Pittsford, Fairport, Letchworth State Park, etc.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402112972{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI had heard about Rustic Village for years \u2013 it seemed like every adult I talked to had either lived there or knew someone who had lived there as they were just starting out. I did a tour and found that it was clean, quiet, and well-run, and offered a lot of amenities at a decent price.\u201d -Julia J. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402150986{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cFinding a place to live was simple, since most of my family lives in Rochester. There\u2019s nothing wrong with living with family members after you graduate until you get your feet on the ground; in fact, I was able to save a lot of money in just a few years and am now in the financial position to purchase my own home!\u201d -Sarah W. \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526401967666{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLiving in the Cobbs Hill neighborhood has been a great experience. It is not a popular college neighborhood, so you can feel a little more put-together, but the benefits of Park Ave are a short walk away. Watching the Culver Road armory develop over the years has been fun, and the nearby parks make it seem like you\u2019re barely living within city limits.\u201d \u2013Vincent D.\u00a0 \u201913[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551300320{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI recommend finding an apartment through Craigslist and\/or word of mouth. Do a lot of research, including the Better Business Bureau, to make sure you get a landlord with a good reputation.\u201d \u2013Emma R.\u00a0 \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551357460{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]I highly recommend the following sites for apartment searching: hud.gov<\/a> and padmapper.com<\/a>.\u201d \u2013Matias P. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551389293{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist for apartment hunting. You can find great deals on places in the best neighborhoods there.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402186010{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI lived in Goler House during graduate school, but when it was time to find a new place, we drove around and found a complex in a location that we liked, and called them.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551456504{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cRochester is a really amazing place, and you might not have realized it if you spent most of your time on campus! We have vibrant neighborhoods, incredible people, and great food. Plus, it’s ridiculously affordable.\u201d \u2013Emily H. ’12[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”San Francisco, CA” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402335955{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cSF is very expensive now, so be cautious when accepting a new job that the salary will actually get you a place you want to live in (e.g. shared 1 bedroom is $1500\/mo.). Students live generally in the Sunset\/Richmond districts, while techies live downtown or in the Mission. The upside though, is that it is a fun, young city with tons of people doing all sorts of things all year round. Being open to new experiences is a must, so don\u2019t be surprised about the BDSM festival, the Hunky Jesus contest, Pride, Outside Lands, or really any other major festival in the city. The food here is amazing. We have everything from $6 burritos to $365 tasting menus at Michelin five-star restaurants, of every cuisine you can think of.\u201d \u2013Melissa R.\u00a0 \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402477898{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cApartment hunting in San Francisco can be a grueling task. However, Craigslist is an excellent resource. When going to an apartment showing, be prepared to fill out the application and bring your checkbook.\u201d \u2013Lauren S. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402415585{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist and other online aggregate sites are really the only thing to use to find a place. I do recommend looking at any corporate rentals as well. The term just means someone who had to move away temporarily because of work, and they can be great if you are new to a city and have yet to find a place (or buy furniture).\u201d \u2013Melissa R.\u00a0 \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402353673{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cSan Francisco is the most magical city, and I can\u2019t imagine living anywhere else in the world. It\u2019s eclectic and full of free-spirited hippies who all frequent Burning Man, optimistic entrepreneurs looking to create the next Twitter, hipsters with crazy beards, and people who love climbing, camping, and adventure. It\u2019s a huge place for self-discovery and feeling like the biggest kid, even if you\u2019re a forty-something. The Mission, Haight, Duboce Triangle, and Hayes Valley are all really central, amazing places to live with lots of restaurants and bars. They\u2019re expensive, though, and can be tough to make bank in if you\u2019re not making an engineer\u2019s paycheck. The East Bay is best if you\u2019re living on a budget.\u201d \u2013Lauren B. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402489972{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cSan Francisco is one of (if not THE) most difficult cities to find an apartment in. It\u2019s also very difficult to try and find a lease while you\u2019re not already living in the city. You ultimately can\u2019t be very picky because housing is extremely limited and very expensive. In the end, I picked out a large swatch of the city to look at, and I refreshed Craigslist constantly looking at new listings until I found a studio I liked. You have to pounce at whatever looks good, then show up the next day with a checkbook in hand. You\u2019ll get lucky eventually, and living here is absolutely worth it \u2026 but it\u2019s tough.\u201d \u2013Lauren B. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556114979797{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cSan Francisco is really cool, but there aren\u2019t as many UR alumni there as NYC, Boston, or DC. It is singularly beautiful here though, (nothing like hills in a city), and sometimes the vibe is even a bit European. Also, the weather is always perfect in my opinion. Cool to have incredible beaches right in a city. Hayes Valley, NoPa, the Castro, and Cow Hollow are some of my favorite neighborhoods. Each have a very distinct feel.\u201d \u2013Joshua P. ’18[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402378481{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cBuy a light-weight jacket \u2013 the temperature can vary dramatically when walking in the shade\/sun and up\/down the hills. Having a light-weight jacket is a necessity. Check out 7\u00d77 \u2013 the insider\u2019s guide to San Francisco. Another favorite website is sf.funcheap.com.\u201d \u2013Lauren S. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402390068{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]It\u2019s REALLY expensive. Thankfully, if you live in SF you most likely work in tech. Working in tech means you make a lot of money and can afford the outrageous rent prices. Public transportation is decent, but not the best. Uber and Lyft are becoming the most relevant form of transportation. It is difficult to have a car because there is really only street parking. The good news is, SF is only about 7 square miles, so walking is possible. There are lots of little neighborhoods within the city. Stay away from downtown, it\u2019s super touristy. If you\u2019re looking to live in the city, Pac Heights, the Marina, and near the Panhandle are where it\u2019s at. There are tons of bars and restaurants in the city. The Mexican food in the Mission is the best. The best bar hopping spots are on Polk Street and in North Beach.\u201d \u2013Rachel Y. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402448321{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe best situation is to move into a place with other people. Look for people who want another roommate. It\u2019s way too hard to find an inexpensive one bedroom. Start asking around to see if anyone is looking for a new roommate. It\u2019s all about networking!\u201d \u2013Rachel Y. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402436563{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cRent is really high here, and apartment hunting is pretty miserable. Find a super-cheap short-term (three month) lease while you\u2019re hunting and if you find a tolerable place, jump on it!\u201d \u2013Adrienne W. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1527702318118{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cCraigslist is the way to go to find apartments.\u201d \u2013Jeffery G.\u00a0 \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Washington, D.C.” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” box_shadow_on_row=”no”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551632634{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cD.C. is a great place to visit, but living here is not the greatest! If you can, find a place in Maryland or Virginia, and commute in. You\u2019ll save money and can still take advantage of all the great things D.C. has to offer.\u201d -Patricia C. \u201915[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403037709{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLiving near a Metro station can be incredibly expensive (unless you can find a house with several roommates). Try places that are within a mile or so of the Metro, or where you can take a quick bus ride and get onto the metro. This can save you a ton of money on apartments.\u201d \u2013Jonathan A. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403085279{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cWithin D.C., some of the best neighborhoods are Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, and Logan Circle. Eastern Market and Georgetown are popular, as well. Outside of D.C., many young people live in Bethesda, M.D. or Arlington, V.A.\u2014specifically Clarendon (it\u2019s a Metro stop, but there are tons of restaurants and bars around it).\u201d \u2013Anonymous \u201cThere are a lot of cool areas in the city if you take the bus\u2014don\u2019t be afraid to (oddly a lot of young people don\u2019t utilize that).\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403125372{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLive near a Metro stop. Always. And live inside the Beltway. Do not drive into the city. It\u2019s usually not much faster than the train, and parking is expensive. Work and live on the same Metro line, if possible; an easy commute makes life much better. Buy a SmarTrip card right away. Learn the bus system.\u201d \u2013Ross B. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551694525{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cTo find my apartment, I picked a neighborhood that I was interested in living in, checked online, and also just walked the neighborhood looking for vacancy opportunities.\u201d \u2013Jonathan A. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403214642{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cA piece of advice I want to give all people moving to any new city: get a short-term sublet or rental when you first move if possible. This allows you to learn a bit more on the ground and feel out what parts of the city you like best without having committed to an apartment for a whole year. If you end up wanting to stay in your current apartment, most landlords are happy to extend the lease and negotiate rates if you agree to a longer term. Trulia and Craigslist are the best places to look for apartments in D.C., but with Craigslist make sure you keep an eye out for scams. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.\u201d \u2013Kaitlyn K. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551748494{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI found my apartment through a LOT of research and a year in the totally wrong neighborhood. I live in North Arlington now\u2014it\u2019s cheaper and I absolutely love it. I did a lot of research and a lot of driving around the neighborhoods I knew I wanted to live in. A lot of apartments aren\u2019t easy to find on the Internet unless you\u2019re already looking. Also, if you\u2019re looking to save money, look for things with a closed off den, sunroom, or dining room that you can turn into an extra bedroom.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526402994553{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]”The Metro is your lifeline, although it will continually be out of order. The Circulator Bus is good too. It can get you almost anywhere in the city for $1.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403047116{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI love Washington D.C. It\u2019s a young, fun city, and almost no one is \u2018from\u2019 D.C. so it\u2019s exciting to explore with a group of people. Many people work for the government or in politics, but as a corporate person it\u2019s nice to have an outsider view of that world.\u201d \u2013Anonymous \u201cD.C. is a very young city. The popular and safe neighborhoods to live in are: Van Ness, Cleveland Park, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, 14th Street Corridor, Columbia Heights, Eastern Market, Arlington, Crystal City, and Georgetown.\u201d \u2013Lauren L. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403096842{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLive close to the Metro or to the highway since traffic is bad. There are lots of awesome restaurants in D.C. though!\u201d \u2013Chad H. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403184222{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cUse the internet to filter through the thousands of offers, but make sure you visit more than one apartment before settling!\u201d \u2013Alberto S. \u201914[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403224047{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIn D.C., almost everyone uses Craigslist to find an apartment. There\u2019s tons of postings, but beware\u2014it\u2019s very competitive! Once a good place is up on Craigslist, it doesn\u2019t last long. Shared houses are also very popular in D.C. It cuts down on your rent costs, but make sure you like the people who could be your potential roommates.\u201d \u2013Lauren L. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403267790{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cWhen I first moved to D.C., I was unable to see anything and could only tell via pictures online\u2014not what I would suggest. I first found an apartment with good reviews online which worked out alright, but I now live in a row house and love it! Many older D.C. apartments do not have websites so I think it\u2019s worth it to walk around and call numbers in locations that you like. I also used Craigslist to find roommates and it has worked out great! Just be sure to talk on the phone or Skype before signing anything. It\u2019s pretty easy to tell who you might get along with. I also think that three is the best number if you\u2019re all new to the city. There\u2019s always someone to explore with in case someone else wants to stay in.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403276125{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIt\u2019s really hard to find an apartment as a student or a young professional in D.C. I live in Eastern Market, and the neighborhood has its pick of Capitol Hill employees so landlords choose established people first. I had the best luck with private landlords if I was the very first person to respond to an ad or submit an application. Applying to rental companies leads to more success unless you\u2019re in a neighborhood near one of the universities or far from the city center.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403004306{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cD.C. is a great city to be a young professional. There are a ton of young people here, and it\u2019s a very transient city so a lot of people are always coming in and out. It also has a bit of a suburban feel, such that it\u2019s a perfect little urban-suburban hybrid.\u201d \u2013Jason S. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403058118{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cIf you visit, I highly suggest checking out Ted\u2019s, either in Barracks Row or 14th Street. The president is a frequent visitor, and their milkshakes and pop-tarts are out of this world! Some of the best restaurants are in the 14th and U Street area.\u201d \u2013Anonymous \u201cA few must-try restaurants in D.C.: Agora (go for their bottomless brunch on the weekends,) Cava Mezze (a few locations in D.C.), Filomena (Italian in Georgetown), and Founding Farmers.\u201d \u2013Lauren L. \u201911[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403107328{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cFor food: happy hour and brunch drive D.C.\u2019s food system. Know good places for both. Pi offers the best pizza in D.C.\u201d \u2013Ross B. \u201909[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556115010884{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cD.C. is by far my favorite city! You get the feel of living in a busy city, while also enjoying some great parks and smaller-feeling towns (like Georgetown). I would HIGHLY recommend Founding Farmers for any meal. The Georgetown Waterfront has a great view. D.C. has really great public transport. I didn\u2019t bring my car here with me and have had no problem getting around. That being said, Uber and Lyft are super cheap here as well.\u201d \u2013Kelsey S. ’16[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551681648{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cFind your apartment on Craigslist. But be smart about it and always take a friend with you.\u201d \u2013Kellie I. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403015087{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cLiving in the District is expensive. The suburbs are much cheaper, but commute costs should be factored in. You can reasonably live without a car, though I enjoy the convenience, just expect to either street park or pay a fortune. The Metro buses are good for travel within the city, but get sparse in the suburbs. I personally love going out in the neighborhoods of Columbia Heights and Adams Morgan. Both have wonderful culture, restaurants, and night life without breaking the bank. I\u2019ve lived in Cleveland Park and Takoma Park, which are a bit more low-key and better suited for my preferred living arrangement, but still close to the amenities of downtown D.C.\u201d \u2013Kaitlyn K. \u201912[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403069499{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cMy favorite restaurants are Filomena, Rasika, Jaleo\u2019s, and Ay Jalisco. Young people\u2019s favorite neighborhood is now U-street. Live within walking distance from a Metro station if you can.\u201d \u2013Victoria V. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403116902{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cDon\u2019t listen to what anyone tells you about any of the neighborhoods. Go check them all out for yourself. Even the ones \u2018across the river\u2019 have good things to offer, and the most desirable ones might not even be the atmosphere you\u2019re looking for.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556115021976{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cD.C. is full of things to do. On top of the obvious national landmarks, museums, and other attractions, it is an urban environment with a lot to do for young professionals. Among the many places to go, the U-Street NE area is full of younger people, a good night crowd, and the famous civil rights landmark restaurant Ben\u2019s Chili Bowl!\u201d \u2013Dominick S. ’16[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526551729192{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cTo find my apartment, I decided on my ideal location and budget. I identified a building and looked for a roommate on Craigslist, and then interviewed the people who responded. Check for low income apartments in the nicer neighborhoods.\u201d \u2013Victoria V. \u201910[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1526403244557{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cDon\u2019t freak out when you have trouble finding an apartment. I have lived in at least six places in D.C. and every time, it took until two weeks before my move-in (or move-out) date to secure something.\u201d \u2013Anonymous[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556115043578{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cI found my apartment on Zillow by searching for a \u201ccondo\u201d rather than an apartment, even though it really is an apartment. I wanted to live alone in a studio, and I was lucky to find a newly renovated studio with beautiful hardwood floors and granite countertops in a great neighborhood in DC!\u201d \u2013Kelsey S. ’16[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556115054115{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]\u201cThe rental market in D.C. moves fast. Lining something up three months ahead of time like you may have done in Rochester simply won\u2019t happen. Moving to the area in two weeks without having nailed down a place to live yet shouldn\u2019t worry you as it would elsewhere.\u201d \u2013Dominick S. ’16[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][vc_empty_space height=”50px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”boxed_toggle” accordion_section_border_radius=”10px” accordion_section_height=”70px” hide_icon=”no” title_icon_alignment=”text_left”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Other Cities” title_color=”#3c98d0″ title_hover_color=”#00467f” mark_icon_color=”#3c98d0″ mark_icon_color_hover=”#00467f” background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#ffffff” border_hover_color=”#00467f” title_tag=”h6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556115258688{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Albany, NY<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIn the city of Albany, there are very few driveways, therefore you will generally be subjected to street parking. Pull in your side view mirrors.\u201d \u2013Janise C. \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cAsk yourself these few questions before you start apartment hunting: Do I want a roommate? Would I prefer to live alone? What is my budget? Which areas are safe? Which areas should I steer clear of? How close is it to my job\/school\/etc.? After you have asked yourself these questions, you will need to make a list of questions to ask your landlord. One important question I found helpful was to ask landlords why the previous renters moved out. Based on their response (or hesitance to answer the question) you will get a sense of the type of landlord you are dealing with.\u201d\u2013Janise C. \u201913<\/p>\n

Asheville, NC<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAsheville is WONDERFUL! Located in the middle of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains, it is not only gorgeous, but the outdoor activities are endless! Food and art are great in the downtown area. You definitely need a car to live here, unless you live downtown (which can be costly). I asked around for friends who had been to or knew someone in the area. I had some key priorities (being able to go running safely from my door!) that I didn\u2019t want to budge on. Ended up finding a great spot.\u201d \u2013Megan O. \u201911<\/p>\n

Athens, OH<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAthens, OH is a cute tiny college town bubble in rural southern Ohio. My favorite Athens spots are the hipster-haven Donkey Coffee and the cool, indie Athena Cinema.\u201d \u2013Katherine V. \u201915<\/p>\n

Austin, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI love living in Austin! It is the perfect place for someone who is health conscious, or striving to be more so, in any way. There are plenty of outdoor activities like running, cycling, kayaking, or rock-climbing. I like to run half marathons and it is not unusual to find out that at least one person you know in Austin has participated in a half marathon (let alone a triathlon or an Iron Man competition).\u201d \u2013Mary Abbe R. \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Austin food scene is also fantastic, with places like Tacodeli, Hopdoddy, Barley Swine, and Ramen Tatsu-ya. Not to mention the food trucks. If you have food allergies or a preferred type of diet, there are plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free restaurants\/ delis\/bakeries. I prefer to eat gluten-free and dairy-free, so I get all of my sweet treats from places like People\u2019s Pharmacy, Wild Wood Bakehouse, and Lick.\u201d \u2013Mary Abbe R. \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cThe most interesting neighborhoods to live in, if you\u2019re looking to be close to a lot of action, are Hyde Park, East Austin, and South Congress. Though, be aware that Hyde Park and South Congress can be quite expensive, and East Austin is a developing area. If you\u2019re looking for cheaper apartments with more of a commute into the city, places like Jollyville and Walnut Creek are worth looking into.\u201d \u2013Mary Abbe R. \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is a University of Texas at Austin bus system that is free for everyone and the Capital Metro bus system is free for anyone affiliated with the University. Be aware that buses are less frequent the further away from the city center you live. It is almost necessary to have a car in Texas if you ever plan on leaving Austin, though there are Megabuses that go between Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio.\u201d \u2013Mary Abbe R. \u201913<\/p>\n

Baltimore, MD<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cBaltimore has fun vibes and more people discredit the area than it deserves. There\u2019s a lot to do and Washington, D.C. is only 45 minutes away!\u201d \u2013Michaela K.\u00a0 \u201915 \u201cI LOVE Baltimore. Best neighborhoods to live in: Federal Hill, Fells Point, Canton, and Mt. Vernon. Such a fun city, amazing restaurants and bars, and lots of stuff to do. It\u2019s a young city with lots of young professionals and grad students.\u201d \u2013Lindsay W. \u201910<\/p>\n

\u201cBaltimore is incredible! Although the city can get a bad reputation, Baltimore is home to many yuppies (young urban professionals). Baltimore consists of a conglomeration of different neighborhoods and each has their own unique quirks and characteristics. With so much history, water, sports teams, and more, it\u2019s never boring and there\u2019s always something to do. MUST DOs: Aquarium, crabs at Nick\u2019s Fish House, Miss Shirley\u2019s Restaurant for breakfast, Little Italy, Fells Point, Public Market under 83, Orioles game, Ravens game, and any art museum!\u201d \u2013Kellie I. \u201910<\/p>\n

\u201cA lot of apartment searching through Zillow and Craigslist.\u201d \u2013Michaela K.\u00a0 \u201915<\/p>\n

Bloomington, IN<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cBloomington, IN combines the culture of a larger city with the feel of a small one. The ethnic restaurants are fantastic, and the music and arts scene are worth checking out.\u201d \u2013Erin O. \u201911<\/p>\n

Boise, ID<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThe nearest city to Boise, ID is over 300 miles away. Boise only has 200,000 people. Idaho is the best place in the country to road trip, and you are only 10 minutes in any direction from being in nature.\u201d -Douglas B \u201915<\/p>\n

Bristol, UK<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cBristol is the most amazing city in the UK. Everything is close by; it is an amazing college town with tons of cool pubs and clubs that fit any taste. Everyone is very friendly and the city is very diverse! If you are looking for a place to study in the UK this is the place to be! The main things I prioritized in my apartment hunting were location, distance from work, safety, and budget.\u201d \u2013Ioannis Z.\u00a0 \u201914<\/p>\n

Buffalo, NY<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIn general, finding a \u2018younger\u2019 section of the town will be more social. If that\u2019s something you\u2019re looking for you should think about paying a bit more to live there. In Buffalo, that place is Elmwood.\u201d \u2013Nick B. \u201914<\/p>\n

\u201cBuffalo is a great mid-sized city with a lot of local art, music and theatre; most of which can be found in the free weekly edition of ArtVoice, that is available at many locations throughout the city. Where you choose to live largely depends on what you\u2019re looking for: Elmwood Village and Allentown are very trendy areas and they\u2019re fairly close to the downtown medical campus, if your work takes you there. North Buffalo near Hertel Ave is also a fun area with a lot of amenities and is closer to the South Campus of UB. If you are looking to own a home, areas near University Heights and Cheektowaga have a lot of reasonable starter homes, especially if you want to fix up a place\u201d \u2013Rachel S. \u201909<\/p>\n

\u201cThe two ways I\u2019ve found apartments the best in Buffalo were via Craigslist and moving in with folks from my graduate program who already lived in the Buffalo. I met them through the university\u2019s list serve.\u201d \u2013Rachel S.\u00a0 \u201909<\/p>\n

Burlington, VT<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cPeople around Burlington, VT are very down to earth and helpful. Vermonters believe in helping one another, in hard work, and doing what we personally think is right. We were once an independent republic and still have the attitude that goes with it. With that said, we have a lot of poverty, but we make up for it in a vast wealth of friendship, loyalty, and a beautiful state.\u201d \u2013Simone A. \u201916<\/p>\n

Charlotte, NC<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cCharlotte, NC is a rapidly growing city known for its outstanding weather, lush greenery, huge metropolitan center, and the Panthers (of course)! Like many cities, Charlotte is extremely gentrified: the South side is a collection of middle-class to wealthy neighborhoods while the East, West, and North have pockets of immense poverty. It is also a hub for immigration and deep-rooted southern history.\u201d \u2013Alesa Y.\u00a0 \u201915<\/p>\n

Cleveland, OH<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cFrom the eyes of a native, Cleveland has changed tremendously since I left to go to UR in 2010 as a freshman. LeBron James is back, we\u2019re hosting the Republican National Convention in 2016, and the amount of people living downtown is at an all-time high. Downtown is the heart of the city but nearby neighborhoods like Lakewood, Ohio City, Tremont and University Heights are all on the rise. Once forgotten as part of the Rust Belt, Cleveland has recently seen an economic renaissance with the help from a strong entrepreneurial community and the Health-Tech Corridor which will soon feature the nation\u2019s first 100 gigabit-per-second internet connection.\u201d \u2013Kevin D. \u201914<\/p>\n

\u201cGood neighborhoods to live in: Shaker Heights, Cleveland Heights, and University Heights. Social: The best eateries are centered around W. 25th St., W. 6th St., Coventry & Mayfield, Cedar & Fairmount, and Cedar & Lee. Transit: Buses and trains decrease frequency after 7 and stop at around 10. Students can get a six-month unlimited RTA pass for $80. There are two airports within a one-hour drive: Cleveland Hopkins and Akron\/Canton. The latter is further and significantly cheaper to fly into\/out of. Culture: Museum of Rock & Roll, Cleveland Museum of Art, Western Reserve Historical Society, Cleveland Zoo, Metroparks, Browns, Cavaliers, USS Cod WWII sub, West Side Market, Great Lakes Science Center, and Horseshoe Casino. Apartment hunting: There are sites like Zillow you can use to look at rent prices for different Cleveland areas including a Google Maps-type overlay. However, I have found each of my last five apartments on Craigslist.\u201d \u2013Guy M. \u201910<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you wanted to get a place downtown Cleveland, you should have started yesterday. Downtown apartments are at 95% capacity. My apartment was the right location, price and size. Our three bedroom apartment is $1,685 a month ($560\/each) so it\u2019s definitely affordable.\u201d \u2013Kevin D. \u201914<\/p>\n

Columbus, OH<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAs a born-and-raised East Coaster, I was a little hesitant about living in the Midwest in Columbus, OH. However, Columbus is a rapidly growing city with many industry headquarters, the Ohio State University, and a fun, upbeat atmosphere. They call this city \u201cThe Biggest Small Town in America\u201d and this tagline feels very true. By navigating apartment websites and reading about the city I was able to learn about what part of the unfamiliar city I should live in, and at what price I should expect. Then by doing research on apartment websites and Craigslist I was able to find my ideal apartment.\u201d \u2013Ryan W.\u00a0 \u201915<\/p>\n

Dayton, OH<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cCoffee shops: hit up Proto Build Bar, Ghostlight Coffee, Press, and Underdog, among others. Food: you\u2019ve gotta go to Lucky\u2019s and get one of their fantastic burgers! Also hit up the 2nd Street Public Market. Neighborhoods: Yellow Springs and Oregon District are probably the best Dayton has to offer.\u201d -Ben W. \u201915<\/p>\n

Harrisburg, PA<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cHarrisburg, PA is a lot like Rochester with a lot of enjoyable things to do if you know where to go. I live downtown and recently bought a home in midtown, which is a growing popular area for young professionals. The restaurant scene is fairly self-explanatory (most are located on the same street), but I would highly recommend trying Bricco, Mangia Qui, or Carley\u2019s Piano Bar if you\u2019re ever in the area. There were only a few apartment buildings to choose from, so I asked my future co-workers where they lived, and just signed a lease with that building. It worked out great.\u201d \u2013Sarah H. \u201910<\/p>\n

Hartford, CT<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cLook to live in West Hartford. Small but fun city in the heart of CT. Good food\/bars are all in West Hartford center. No real public transportation so you probably need a car.\u201d \u2013Anonymous<\/p>\n

Houston, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cHouston is massive, so having a car is a must! Public transit is extremely lacking, but Uber is readily available to get you to and from the best neighborhoods. Check out Moon Tower Inn in EaDo, Kirby Ice House in River Oaks, Axelrad in Midtown, and Petrol Station in The Heights\u201d \u2013Eric D. \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cMontrose is considered the most liberal part of town, and has the best coffee shops. Midtown is where a lot of young professionals live, and has an excellent bar scene. Downtown\u2019s nightlife has been improving in recent years, but there aren\u2019t too many places to go other than a few blocks on Main Street. East Downtown (EaDo) is an up and comer; there are still a few sketchy areas, but some great spots as well, including 8th Wonder Brewery, my personal favorite in the Houston area. The Heights are kind of a combination of Midtown and Montrose, but a little less central. The Museum District has a ton of great museums for kids and adults alike, and a few decent places to eat out to make a whole day of it. The Med Center is, as the name suggests, the hub of all of the major hospitals in the city. Rice Village is located next to Rice University and has some good restaurants, bars, and a nice shopping scene, and caters a lot to college students and recent grads. Houston is first and foremost a driving city, and MANY people commute from the more popular suburbs. The public transit system is decent, but it is still lacking. I have heard that the bus routes are pretty good, and that the park and ride service from the suburbs is good if you need to commute into the city for work. However, the Light Rail is very limited. It is convenient if you live nearby, but not super useful for a lot of people.\u201d \u2013Adam K. \u201914<\/p>\n

\u201cDrivers are aggressive. The condition of the roads in some areas are terrible. Roads can be confusing, probably because there is no zoning in Houston. Popular neighborhoods include Montrose, Midtown, Uptown, and Bellaire. Must try restaurants: Local Foods,Uchi, Samurai Noodles, M&M Grill, Thai Gourmet, Torchy\u2019s Tacos, Foreign Policy (food truck), Chocolate Bar (dessert place), Axelrad (bar), Amy\u2019s Ice Cream, Amorino (gelato), Vahalla (bar at Rice with cheap beer and you don\u2019t have to be a student!).\u201d \u2013Thanh H. \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cHouston vacancy is at an all-time high. Be ready to negotiate \u2013 apartment complexes are desperate and often will give you several months free. Live inside the 610 Loop, otherwise you are too far away from the nightlife and restaurant scene. Houston blogs like SwampLot will help provide a lot of information about real estate, neighborhood changes, and available apartments!\u201d \u2013Eric D.\u00a0 \u201913<\/p>\n

\u201cHouston is very close to sea level, so when renting from an old building, make sure it does not have any flooding problems. A lot of the older buildings down here have issues with flooding, and it rains fairly often.\u201d \u2013Adam K.\u00a0 \u201914<\/p>\n

Madison, WI<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cMadison is an amazing little city with a ton of great local food, craft beer, and other awesome events and festivals. It\u2019s pretty easy to get a good sense of what\u2019s going on and what to do. Ask a local or Google it. \u2013Brad O. \u201910 \u201cMadison has been a great city to live in. It reminds me of Rochester in many ways (size, climate, huge university, etc.) but blends in aspects of other cool cities like Portland, Austin, etc. It\u2019s smallish but has a lot going for it. Living on the Isthmus really puts all of the fun in your backyard. It\u2019s really easy to ride your bike, take a bus, get a cheap cab, and find free\/affordable parking. The best areas to live are the First Settlement District, Willy Street, Monroe Ave, Vilas neighborhood, and Near East Side. The food, lakes, biking, and music have kept me here and loving it. And it\u2019s true what they say, people in the Midwest are NICE!\u201d \u2013Anonymous<\/p>\n

\u201cMoving to Madison, I picked a few ostensibly random people who would be starting at Epic (my employer) the same month I was, and we picked a sublet to give us time to find a suitable apartment in person. I\u2019m really low-maintenance\/stress when it comes to living with people, so it\u2019s easy for me to pick random people to live with, but the obvious problem with that is you have no idea if you\u2019ll be a good fit until you\u2019re already living with them. The only real piece of advice I can give is to make sure you always keep some sort of distance, and have your own private space. It does wonders to maintain relationships and make living with someone extremely amiable, even if you don\u2019t like them as a person.\u201d \u2013Brad O. \u201910 \u201cCraigslist was pretty helpful, but it can get bogged down by the run-down and over-priced student\/university housing. The best way to find a good place is to drive\/walk around areas where you want to live and write down the names of streets or apartment buildings you come by. Then search online for those places. If nothing comes up, see if property management companies have similar apartments nearby or in other cool areas you didn\u2019t consider. There\u2019s PLENTY of housing in Madison. You just need to decide on your price range, location, and\/or what types of amenities you want. Beware of the fact that many downtown rentals are on an August 1 or 15 cycle, which can limit some options for full year leases outside that time.\u201d \u2013Anonymous \u201cI found it was very important to look at the apartments myself instead of relying on the pictures in advertisements. They tend to be very misleading.\u201d \u2013Morgan K.\u00a0 \u201916<\/p>\n

Miami, FL<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cYou have to eat at Michael\u2019s Genuine Food and Drink in the Wynwood neighborhood. Try to plan so that while you\u2019re there, you can go to the once-a-month Art Walks in Wynwood. Key Largo is a short drive from the greater Miami area, where you can fish, go boating, and explore at John Pennekamp State Park. Rent a kayak at Mile Marker 88, and then feast on fresh, local seafood as you drag the boat ashore. For unspoiled beaches, head two hours west to Naples or Fort Myers. If you\u2019re looking for great bars and clubs, Brickell is the place to be for young people. As for transportation, it\u2019s hard to get around without a car. If you live and work close to the Metrorail, it\u2019s easy enough to get to and from work during typical working hours, but this is not the NYC subway.\u201d \u2013Sandhya R. \u201909<\/p>\n

\u201cCheck out the University of Miami\u2019s off-campus housing website for a great list of apartment complexes and private listings. In a residential neighborhood, drive around and stop in at apartment complexes to ask about availability. You might also notice handwritten \u201cFor Rent\u201d signs posted in these areas \u2013 these can be some of the best deals around so don\u2019t be afraid to call. Many buildings have waiting lists, so start calling around 3 months in advance of your planned move-in date.\u201d \u2013Sandhya R. \u201909<\/p>\n

Nashville, TN<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cYou have to visit and find an apartment close to where you want to be. There is a housing building boom happening now.\u201d \u2013Joseph G. \u201912<\/p>\n

New Orleans, LA<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cNew Orleans is an incredibly unique place. I often feel like I live in a different country when I am here. The culture is rich and the sense of community is warm and welcoming. It is a very exciting place to begin my career.\u201d \u2013Kyle C. \u201913<\/p>\n

Parkersburg, WV\/Marietta, OH<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cMost young people in the area live in different apartment complexes in the area. Parkersburg, WV and Marietta, OH have a decent number of things to do with bars, restaurants, and shopping all close by.\u201d \u2013Jonathan M. \u201913<\/p>\n

Pittsburgh, PA<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI was born and raised here. I enjoyed my time at UR for undergrad but absolutely love being back. The city is constantly growing and there are ALWAYS things to check out in the city. It is divided into little pockets with their own identities, each with its own amazing places to eat! As soon as I check off a new restaurant to try, three more are added to the list, I swear. There are a lot of graduate students and young professionals, so it is a fun place to live.\u201d \u2013Lauren R. \u201910<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you attend Pitt or I\u2019m sure CMU, there is a university version of Craigslist. You can search by \u2018need a roommate\u2019 or \u2018need an apartment\u2019 (or something to that effect). It was great for finding a living situation with a roommate from a different graduate program.\u201d \u2013Lauren R. \u201910<\/p>\n

Phoenix, AZ<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cArizona has some of the best hiking trails and outdoor activities. Swimming (yes, even though we are a desert!), rock climbing, ghost towns and historical re-enactments, and beautiful nature surround you everywhere.\u201d \u2013Stephanie S. \u201916<\/p>\n

Princeton, NJ<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI currently live in Princeton, NJ in an apartment complex 10 minutes away from the university and 15 minutes away from downtown Princeton. The Princeton Junction station is about 5 minutes away from my complex and from there one can take trains to NYC or to any other city in NJ.\u201d \u2013Maritza G. \u201914<\/p>\n

Providence, RI<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cProvidence is such an artistic city with so much character! Alongside the cobblestone roads, downtown is filled with portraits on buildings, small boutiques and bookstores. There is also a river with fire pits that runs throughout downtown and from spring to fall, the city converges to watch the fire show, formally known as \u2018Waterfire.\u2019 It\u2019s such a romantic and familial scene all at once! We are also remarkably close to Boston and for just $10 (one way); you can buy a train ticket for the commuter rail and spend the day in Boston. Rhode Island is the \u201cOcean State\u201d and the beach is never too far. And if you need a weekend getaway, Cape Cod is a great location! I used a property management realtor to find my apartment. I also knew what my needs were and I made sure to find an apartment where my needs were accessible. So, I live on the bus line and near grocery stores and other necessities.\u201d \u2013Anansa B.\u00a0 \u201915<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce you make it to a big city, take advantage of all the networking opportunities you can \u2014 inside and outside of Rochester\u2019s umbrella. Become friends with people who went to school in the city. You will find out about all the cool stuff more quickly.\u201d -Armando R. \u201912<\/p>\n

\u201cThe east side near Wayland Square is extremely nice. There are many trendy restaurants and coffee shops, and it\u2019s walking distance from Brown and RISD.\u201d -Amy E. \u201916<\/p>\n

San Antonio, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cSan Antonio is an amazing city. It\u2019s one of the biggest cities in the country, but it feels like a small town and it has the BEST Mexican food. The only downside is that you really need a car to get around. There are apartments everywhere, and San Antonio is a really cheap city. You can get a really nice, big apartment for pretty cheap. Just find something near where you work.\u201d \u2013Travis B. \u201912<\/p>\n

State College, PA<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI rent a house. I found it on Craigslist, and while it\u2019s certainly got its share of problems, the landlord is easy going and the location is nice. I live in a very cute Victorian town outside of State College. It\u2019s small, but has a lot of charm, and the people are friendly. State College is a college football-crazy town, and Friday afternoon commutes through it are hellacious during football season. Never go downtown on a Friday afternoon or Saturday during football season if you want to get out of your car within five hours.\u201d \u2013Hannah V.\u00a0 \u201915<\/p>\n

Springfield, MA<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThe Springfield area is a really cool place to be. I live in the pioneer valley in a town outside of Springfield \u2013 it allows me to live in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, but divulge in a night out when I feel it necessary.\u201d \u2013Morgan P.\u00a0 \u201915<\/p>\n

Wilmington, DE<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIf you live in Wilmington, there is actually a lot of hidden arts and culture especially approaching the Pennsylvania border. Many people don\u2019t realize that the downtown closes at 5 p.m., but Trolley Square is really the neighborhood that has \u2018nightlife.\u2019 Juliana\u2019s Peruvian Restaurant is the best food outside of Philly and Rocco\u2019s is the best pizza. Many residents don\u2019t realize that the SEPTA trains extend into Delaware and there are two stations in Wilmington. It is cheaper to buy tickets in the station than on the train. If you choose to get a monthly or weekly SEPTA pass, it is also valid for all local DART buses throughout Wilmington.\u201d \u2013Emily W. \u201910<\/p>\n

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