For some students, deciding on a place to live off campus can be a difficult task, but Auburn offers several luxury options tailored to the needs of college students.
Complexes such as The Connection, Aspen Heights, Creekside and Two 21 Armstrong were built specifically with student residents in mind.
For students on a budget, complexes such as The Connection include water, sewer and trash costs in their monthly rent. This leaves residents with only power as a secondary expense.
Michaila Lindow, Creekside resident and sophomore in political science, said she prefers the more luxurious living choice because it feels like home.
"I think it's worth it to be comfortable when you come home," Lindow said. "Because I'm happier here and I'm more at home, it's easier for me to stay on task and get things finished because I'm in a good mood, so that keeps me motivated."
Several students said location is another important factor in deciding where to live.
"It's very convenient when everything is close by because it makes traveling so much easier," said Will Preston, community assistant at The Connection and senior in political science. "Safety is also something to look into."
Preston said he likes that The Connection is gated and has security cameras near the gates.
James Sappington, Two 21 Armstrong resident and senior in marketing, said a neat and clean property makes a difference.
"I like it because it's well-maintained," Sappington said. "They take pride in what they're doing, and then I'm more likely to take pride in [my place]."
In terms of cost, some students said they think it's worth it to pay extra to live somewhere deemed more luxurious, while others disagree.
Lindow said it's worth the extra cost if you love the place, while Preston said he had some reservations about the price of luxury.
"For me, paying a little more for a nicer place isn't really what I believe in," Preston said. "I go for necessities, not wants. It's cool that some complexes have more advanced things than others, but in reality I just care that I'm living somewhere in which everything is close to where I live."
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