Appears our oldest is probably headed to South Bend for Law School in September. He's visiting the end of March but I wanted to see if anyone could offer any advice for apartment hunting. Looks like there is a lot to pick from, but none are walkable to campus. Is parking an issue on campus? Or are there shuttles that run to campus on a regular basis? Any advice or information about South Bend would be greatly appreciated since we know absolutely nothing. Thanks in advance.
OT: South Bend Advice....
- Thread starter pitt-girl
- Start date
I suspect that some of the administrative staff in the law school has general information for incoming students about housing, etc...
Thanks for replying - of course I expect that they will, but I've found that oftentimes we've gotten better advise from actual graduates or those that have lived in the area, so I thought I would give it a shot.
Recently several new housing/apartment complexes have been built around campus. Some very close to the campus.
The Foundry - directly south of campus at Eddy Street Commons
Campus View Apartments @ Turtle Creek
Ivy Quad - brand new directly east of campus
University Edge Apartments - US933 in Roseland
Depending on what you're willing to spend, there are also condos and other apartments at Eddy Street Commons. These, as well as all of the above, are very nice and are relatively all newer construction (except Campus View).
The Foundry - directly south of campus at Eddy Street Commons
Campus View Apartments @ Turtle Creek
Ivy Quad - brand new directly east of campus
University Edge Apartments - US933 in Roseland
Depending on what you're willing to spend, there are also condos and other apartments at Eddy Street Commons. These, as well as all of the above, are very nice and are relatively all newer construction (except Campus View).
Is parking an issue on campus? Or do students who live off campus use shuttles, etc? We're using Google Map for an idea of rental locations, but most seem to be a bit far for walking.
Parking is available on campus, but not easy to come by.
All the complexes I've listed above are easily within walking distance. If you're looking at other options, then yes, they may be quite a haul.
There's always Uber.
http://transportation.nd.edu/services/studentfacultystaff-transportation/
Hope this link is not outdated....googled it.
Hope this link is not outdated....googled it.
I graduated from ND in 1992 and a lot has changed since then (as you would expect). Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. Best of luck.
Thank you. The University was very generous - my son is looking forward to it.
I lived at Turtle Creek Apartments when I lived in SB. It is on the east side of campus near the tennis courts. It's about a 5 minute walk to the football stadium.
I have a furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom in Ivy Quad with garage, washer and dryer which is walkable to the law school and perfect for graduate student. My tenant for this August 2017 just dropped out! 215-914-0803
Hmmmmm - do you mind quoting the rent? He has found a place in the Central High Apartments but did not sign a lease yet.
Central High Apartments are quite a ways from campus. Ivy Quad is close enough that it can literally be called "on campus". And its brand spanking new.
Yes - we knew that Central High was not walkable but he has a car and a bike and can get leased parking on campus. But finding somewhere closer would obviously be ideal.
No offense - Turtle Creek may have been nice at one time.....but that time has passed.
Time has taken its toll on this apartment complex. It's a little run down nowadays.
My only recommendation is to have him look for a place within walking distance. Those SB winters can get nasty and there were more than a few occasions when I had to walk to and from NDLS. In addition, walking home after the library closed was a great way to unwind. Of course I was there back in the early 80s and there were a lot of cheap housing options within walking distance. I'm not sure if that is still the case.
Really, that is too bad. When I was a student at Holy Cross it was a really nice place to live. Loved that I could walk/bike to ND and/or HC.
I graduated ND Law in '98, and I would do it again. Its a special place.
I lived about 10-15 minutes off campus and parked in the Stadium parking lot (had to register the truck and get a permit). I never had any problems finding parking, but I also was always on campus early in the morning. It was a long time ago. I don't know how much has changed.
Not sure where, but they guarantee parking for Law Students somewhere on campus for $175/year. That's why he feels comfortable living off campus. We stumbled on the Central High apartments and they're a decent price for a lot of room, plus the layouts are pretty cool.
He was extremely impressed with his visit. He was blessed with a number of great options for Law School but by far his visit to South Bend was his favorite and ND was very generous which helped seal the decision. Although we are from Pittsburgh (my husband is from Chicago) he has been in sunny Raleigh for the past 4 years, so I think the winter/snow is going to be like a punch in the face. Regardless he is looking forward to the next 3 years.
A lot has changed. ND doesn't seem to have as much parking as they used to. The new dorms Flaherty and Dunne as well as McCourtney Hall and the new wellness center have eaten up parking space on the east side. And the new Jenkins Hall and Nanovic Hall next to the Hesburgh Center have eaten up parking around that area. And construction on the football stadium has eaten up parking between the stadium and Legends.
Granted, ND still has a lot of parking compared with some schools. But just not as much as previously.
And that's pretty much where I parked (but it wasn't "Legends" then).
I used to tailgate with the truck behind the baseball field without any $fancy permit too.
Right ... it was a senior bar or something then, right? Changed to Legends some time after my daughter graduated.
Last edited:
There is plenty in walking distance and at many different price levels. Obviously Eddie Street apartments are an expensive option. There are also on campus graduate apartments. There is married housing on campus as well if the oldest is married (although, sadly, they are getting rid of this).
We did check out those apartments - close, but the rent is pretty high and it's like a dorm to be perfectly honest. He wanted a bit more room than that.
Some may be like dorms, but some of the condos are REALLY, REALLY nice and large. A couple of the ND football players who have wealthy fathers have lived here. With seemingly unlimited funds, the rooms were "upgraded" and were more like Caesars Palace than a condo when finished. I hear the cost was unbelievable. REALLY, REALLY unbelievable.
Either way, if your son isn't too concerned about the distance, he'll be happy staying at Central High. It's a nice place right downtown.
I'm talking about the apartments for graduate students right next to campus. It literally was like an upgraded dorm. He did look at the Foundry but the rent was outrageous. He doesn't mind being off campus as long as he has a parking permit. Anyone know anything about Central High?
Honestly, if he doesn't mind a short drive, I recommend Mishawaka. Most law students live off campus and probably most in Mishawaka. The Foundry is a massive waste of money, even if you're wealthy. There is better access to grocery in Mishawaka and it's a nicer area. There are many, many options in Mishawaka. I have been to just about every complex in the area. I think Main Street Village might be the most bang for your buck and seemed pretty good quality.
It is listed on Zillow for $2300 per month for the whole apartment but I am negotiable at this point. Look at Ivyquad.com and Zillow Thanks
