University West

The newly renovated apartments are very nice with brand new appliances and carpeted bedrooms. The rooms are great for students but can get a little cramped with the small living room/kitchen hybrid. Water is included and the water pressure in the showers and faucets is amazing. Overall had no issues with maintenance either. The security and package delivery systems are very convenient.

The only con is that the place has leaky windows, which causes some drafts to enter and dramatically raises… your electricity bill since you pay for heat. This may be my unit though.

Overall, I would recommend University West to any students looking for affordable off-campus housing. Read More

This is a great building if you like a vintage feel. 106 was built in 1920 and 104 was built in 1918, and some of the original elements--including the inlaid wood floors--have been left in. The kitchens have been renovated and are larger than those in most of the apartments close to campus. It feels very homey where newer buildings tend to feel institutional. You do not have a gym or common room, but many residents are students or faculty and have access to the Hopkins fitness center that is… directly across the street. The building is dog friendly, which is a bit hard to come by in this neighborhood. It is right by the Hopkins lacrosse stadium, so it is an easy walk or bike ride to campus. It is also close to the bus stop, a few cafes, and a convenience store. The surrounding neighborhood is nice to talk walks in and feels safe. The location is pretty ideal for a Hopkins student or employee.
With old buildings, you can expect a few maintenance issues every so often. These sorts of things are hard to prevent or predict, but the maintenance team has responded to any request, however small, quickly and efficiently.
The community is relatively small and quiet, and service is very personal. I have enjoyed living here and would recommend it to others. Read More