Identify the area of the neighborhood you want to live in
Think about safety
Consider where the nearest transit stop, bicycle storage, grocery store, ATM, gas station, parking, doctor, police/fire station, and laundromat is located.
Find Your Perfect Place
Visit Places4Students.com for listings
Look for "for rent" signs and postings on campus and around Evanston
Attend the ASG Fall and Winter Housing Fairs at Norris
Ask the Landlord
Is there parking?
Which utilities are included in the rent?
Who are the neighbors?
Will your landlord take care of repairs and maintenance promptly?
Understand Your Lease
Is it a “tenant-at-will” lease, which permits both you and the landlord to terminate the lease with 30 days’ notice?
Is it an individual or a joint lease? If your roommates fail to pay, are you responsible?
Inspect the Residence
Walk through the property before signing
Record property conditions in the Property Checklist available on our website
Take and e-mail pictures to the landlord to avoid unnecessary costs when moving out