One part of growing up in college is trying to find off-campus housing. Whether you're an upperclassman who finally is allowed out of the dorms or someone who is commuting to college in their early years, beginning the search for off-campus housing can be long and tedious. It's especially difficult if it's something you don't have a lot of experience in or if you aren't really sure who to live with. You don't really know what a good deal is, or if you want an apartment versus a house, and more. It's all a difficult process so here's some help.

• Overall, just try to talk with friends and family to find housing off-campus. As long as you're looking in the right places you will have no issues finding properties. You will probably find a lot more than you bargained for and will need to narrow the search down. Once you know all of your preferences it'll be much easier to find what you want. Consider the commute to campus, utilities, rent prices, all accommodations included, and more. These places are probably your best options for finding good housing to get you through the year.