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Things to See & Do Around Durham

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Tips for Apartment Hunting

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Durham Private Schools

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Crime Hits a New Low

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Durham Public Schools Districts

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Designing on a Dime

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Area Golf Courses

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Choosing a Roommate

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Sound Off: Where to live

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Think of Safety First

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Navigating Waitlists

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Renters Insurance

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There’s lots to see and do in the Durham area Take Me Out to the Ball Game You can’t fully embrace life in the Bull City without a visit to the Durham Bulls, the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays. Made famous by the 1988 movie Bull Durham, the team draws in record crowds all season long, often filling its 10,000-seat downtown stadium designed by the architects of Camden Yards. It’s a baseball lover’s dream from the traditional seventh-

inning stretch to roaming vendors selling cotton candy, peanuts and cold drinks. Arrive early to check out the restaurants next door in the refurbished AmericanTobacco Campus.

Eat Local. Eat Well This advice is easily followed if you visit the Durham Farmer’s Market, open Saturdays year round and Wednesday afternoons in the summer. Located at the new Pavilion at Durham Central Park, the market features more than

50 vendors, all located within 70 miles of the market. As you weave through the bustling crowds, you’ll find produce, meat, eggs, flowers, plants, baked goods, pottery, jewelry and artwork. If you’re hungry after shopping the stalls, stop by the neighboring Piedmont restaurant, which serves only local, seasonal food often fresh from the market.

North Carolinians: eat barbeque and lots of it. And one of the best places in the state just happens to be the legendary Bullock’s Barbeque off Hillsborough Road. They serve authentic Eastern-style pulled pork barbeque with tangy vinegar style sauce, hot and crispy hush puppies, Brunswick stew, and Southern sweet tea.

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Get Away From It All

For both students and locals, there’s no better place to have an afternoon picnic or study session than the Sarah B. Duke Botanical Gardens. You can sunbathe on a blanket or throw a football on the spacious South Lawn or grab a seat with a book along the terrace. Watch the garden’s resident ducks and geese from one of the bridges over the pond in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum. Hidden throughout the garden are benches and secluded nooks and crannies that make you feel like the grounds are all your own.

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The beautiful Eno River winds it way through Durham offering a quiet, scenic respite from busy streets.

There are several access points to the Eno River State Park where you can hike, fish, canoe, and daydream. Two local favorites are the hiking trails at the Fews Ford Access and Durham’s city park, West Point on the Eno.

A Taste of Summer Year Round Durham is home to its own gourmet popsicle stand that offers wateror cream-based Mexican paletas.

Locopops is known for its unusual flavors such as Mojito, Pistachio, Cucumbers and Chile. They also serve basic fruit flavors, and everything is

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made in house with fresh ingredients.

Because of its popularity, the owners expanded from their original shop on Hillsborough Road to five additional locations across the Triangle.

ready to melt in your mouth every time. Who knew that something that only costs $7 per dozen could be featured in Food and Wine Magazine?

Working Out

Shop and Stroll

Known by locals as the Golf Course Loop, the Al Buehler Cross Country Trail is one of the best places in town to get a good workout. The hilly three-mile gravel trail circles around the perimeter of the Washington Duke Inn and Golf Course. The heavily-shaded trail is maintained by the Office of the Duke Forest, which oversees 7,000 acres of privately owned land in Alamance, Durham and Orange counties that is used for recreation and research purposes.

There’s no better place to spend a lazy afternoon perusing shops than Ninth Street. It’s a great walk-able shopping district that can meet anybody’s needs from fine arts at Zola Craft Gallery to beautiful bouquets at Ninth Street Flowers and more.

And of course you’ll want to venture over to gorgeous Brightleaf Square in downtown Durham, which offers spectacular dining and a wide array of shopping options.

Downtown Delicacies For beignets as good if not better than the famed ones from CafĂŠ Du Monde in New Orleans, stop by Rue Cler, a Parisian-style restaurant in downtown Durham. The beignets at Rue Cler are made to order so these bite size donuts sprinkled with powder sugar come out hot and

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Chronicle staffers offer tips for apartment hunting The time for juniors to secure a place to live as seniors is quickly approaching. It’s easy to get bogged down in confusing leases and too many options, and for many, this is the first apartment you’ll be renting. To ease the stress, The Chronicle has compiled a list of tips to help you through the apartment-hunting process.

• Stick to your budget. Determine how much you can realistically afford to spend and don’t deviate from it.

• Get an estimate from the complex before you visit. Find out if an apartment is affordable before you visit so you don’t get swept up in a home’s appealing features just to find out it is out of your price range.

• Count your deposits. Keep track of the different deposits you will need to make for additional expenses like utilities and insurance to make sure they don’t push you over budget.

• Look presentable to the landlord.

Dress nicely and bring confidence to your first meeting; have a list of questions ready. First impressions mean a lot.

• Get everything in writing. This goes for your landlords and your roommates.

Know exactly what you’re signing up for to avoid unwelcome surprises later.

• Choose roommates wisely. Living off campus brings a whole new set of responsibilities like paying bills, buying groceries and cleaning the bathroom.

You want to live with someone who is dependable and doesn’t mind sharing the load.

• Don’t forget about parking. Make sure you won’t be forced to park three blocks away. If you don’t have a car, live closer to campus. Maybe look for a roommate who has a car so you can steal a ride to and from campus if it’s pouring rain or late at night.

• Check the little things before you move in. Find out where you can do laundry, make sure there are plenty of outlets, and find out about cell service and internet connection. It’s easy to fall in love with an apartment’s look or low price, but you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.

• Purchase renters insurance. Make sure your belongings are covered in case of an emergency.

• Inspect the apartment before you rent and after you move in. Make a note of any problems there when you move in so they can be addressed right away, and you can’t be charged for them later.

• Meet the neighbors. Get to know the people you’ll be living near, so you have someone to keep an eye on things when you’re away or help if you get locked out. Also, ask how they feel about noise at night or on the weekends.

You should always be respectful, but some neighbors are more sensitive than others.

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APARTMENT MAP FOR FREE BUS SERVICE TO DUKE DATA Route 11 Duke LaSalle Loop Triangle Transit 400 Bull City Connector Duke Transit H5 Route DATA Route 6/6B Duke Transit C2 Route

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For more information on bus systems in the area, go to parking.duke.edu s Learn more about biking to Duke at parking.duke.edu/bike. BikeDuke.com provides user-generated maps for biking from Durham apartments. For a citywide bike map, go to bikewalkdurham.org. The Durham Bike Co-Op is at durhambikecoop.org. s )F YOU DECIDE TO NOT LIVE ALONG A BUS ROUTE GO TO PARKING DUKE EDU CARPOOL TO READ ABOUT THE INCENTIVES FOR CARPOOLING s These apartments are within reasonable walking distance to a bus stop that comes straight to Duke’s campus. Please look into other variables, such as cost and amenities, before you sign your lease. s 4HE INCLUSION OF ANY APARTMENT IS NOT AN ENDORSEMENT BY $UKE OR ITS AFFILIATES )F YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS EMAIL !LISON #ARPENTER in Parking & Transportation at alison.carpenter@duke.edu or Duke Community Housing at communityhousing@duke.edu.

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Car not required for off-campus living Want to live off-campus but worried you won’t be able to get around without a car? Don’t be. Duke and the City of Durham provide multiple options to help you travel from home to campus—and all points in between. Go online to parking.duke.edu/alternative_transportation to learn more.

Bull City Connector: The Bull City Connector is a fare-free route from the Duke campus to stops on 9th Street and throughout Downtown Durham. It runs every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and every 20 minutes from 6 p.m. to midnight. More information about the Bull City Connector can be found at www.bullcityconnector.org.

Duke Vans: Duke provides on-demand van transportation from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. for any Duke student at locations around Duke’s West and East campus. With valid identification, you can go anywhere to and from designated Duke pickup locations for free. To see the list of designated locations, go online to parking.duke.edu/buses_vans/duke_vans.

GoPass: Apply for a GoPass and receive unlimited rides on the Durham Area Transit Authority, as well as other public transportation services in the Triangle, including Triangle Transit and Capital Area Transit. The multiple stops on the Durham Area Transit Authority route ensures that you’re always a couple of stops away from where you want to be. To learn how to obtain a GoPass, go online to parking.duke.edu/gopass.

WeCar: Offered by Enterprise-Rent-A-Car, WeCar is a way for Duke students and faculty to run errands, travel to meetings, or take a road trip by sharing use of the all-new electric Chevrolet Volt. Sign up for WeCar online at parking.duke.edu/wecar.

Carpool: Duke offers many incentives to carpool, including preferred parking in the Blue Zone and reduced parking rates. Register for the service online at parking.duke.edu/carpool.

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Utility providers Who to call when you’re going to move The following shows utility providers in the Durham area. Durham residents can also call the city’s One Call service for more information, 560-1200.

Electricity: Duke Energy • Apply for electricity by calling 1-800-777-9898 or by visiting the Duke Energy web site.

• Orders for electricity are processed Monday-Saturday, 8:00am-9:00pm.

• Allow 3-5 business days for your order to be processed.

Natural Gas: PSNC Energy • Apply for gas service by calling 1-877-776-2427.

• A deposit may be required to set up a new account.

The deposit amount is based on the previous usage at your new address.

• It can take 2 days to 1 week (peak move-in season) to start gas service.

Water: City of Durham - Water Management 101 City Hall Plaza (919) 560-4411 Office Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday – Friday • To activate water service, you must go to City Hall Plaza and provide the following: • A $50 deposit or credit reference letter from another utility • A copy of your lease agreement • Social security card or a photo ID

Heating Oil: Couch Oil Company (919) 286-5408 Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday, 9:00am - Noon Don C. Christian Co., Inc. (919) 596-8169 Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Telephone: Verizon • Apply for phone service by calling 800-483-4000.

• You may also apply for service by visiting the GTE Phone Mart at Northgate Mall, Telephone: 286-7336 Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-9:00pm.

• A deposit may be charged to set up a new account.

• A connection charge is required to start your new telephone service. Installation charges generally appear on your first telephone bill.

• Phone connection normally takes 2 business days.

Cable TV: Time Warner Cable 708 E. Club Blvd.Durham, NC 27704 (919) 220-4481 To order cable television service, call 1-888-489-2666.

Cable hookup requires payment for installation and one month’s service.

Recycling:

Garbage, Trash & Landfill:

City of Durham Solid Waste Management 1833 Camden Ave Durham, NC 27701 (919) 560-4185

City of Durham Solid Waste Management 1833 Camden Ave Durham, NC 27701 (919) 560-4185

Tidewater Fibre Corporation 1017 S Hoover Rd Durham, NC 27703 (919) 957-8803

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Local resources for moving, shipping and storage

MOVING TROSA Moving www.trosamoving.com 1820 James Street Durham (919) 419-1059

Truckin’ Movers www.truckinmovers.com 1031 Harvest Road Durham (919) 682-2300

Dehaven’s Moving and Storage www.dehavens.com 1900 N Pointe Dr Durham (919) 220-5441

Redi Care Movers www.redicaremovers.com 205 South Gregson Street Durham (919) 682-7809

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Two Men and a Truck www.twomenandatruckdurham.com 3160 Hillsborough Road Durham (336) 570-1477

ABF U-Pack www. raleigh-durham.upack.com 208 Muldee Street Durham (919) 596-7227

Cameron & Cameron www.cameronlogistics.com 1418 Avondale Drive Durham (919) 530-1202

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ABF U-Pack www.upack.com 208 Muldee Street Durham (919) 596-7227

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Hildrup Moving and Storage www.hilldrup.com 526 United Drive Durham (800) 756-0127

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Cardinal Self Storage www.cardinalselfstorage.com 519 Martin Luther King Parkway Durham (919) 572-6777

SHIPPING COMPANIES Packaging Express www.ncpackagingexpress.com 4711 Hope Valley Road Durham (919) 489-8474

The UPS Store www.theupsstorelocal.com/6135 811 Ninth Street #120 Durham (919) 286-3322

The UPS Store www.theupsstorelocal.com/5945 2608 Erwin Road #148 Durham (919) 383-1400

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Neighborhoods around Duke The following list includes neighborhoods and areas around Duke’s campus.

Neighborhoods north of Duke’s campus This THREE BEDROOM, TWO AND ONE HAFT BATH HOME is the embodiment of simple elegance and classic design. Meticulously maintained, with such fine features as hardwood floors plaster walls, renovated kitchen and master bath, and whole house generator. All formal and informal rooms plus a screened porch and basement. For additional information please contact MARY TATUM, PRUDENTIAL YORK SIMPSON UNDERWOOD, 919-929-7100 or visit WWW.HOPEVALLEYCLASSIC.COM. Offered at $469,000.

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Neighborhoods south of Duke’s campus Burch Avenue Tuscaloosa-Lakewood Morehead Hill Duke Forest/Duke Homesites

Neighborhoods east of Duke’s campus Trinity Park Old North Durham Duke Park

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Private Schools in Durham Agape Corner School (K-12) 1402 Holloway Street Durham, NC 27703 (919) 682-0546 Enrollment/Staff: 24/6

Cresset Christian Academy (PreK-12)

Greenbriar Academy (PreK-11)

3707 Garrett Road.

Durham, NC 27707 Phone: (919) 489-2655 Enrollment/Staff: 343/28

8305 N. Roxboro Road Durham, NC 27722 (919) 471-8968 Enrollment/Staff: 123/21

Bethesda Christian Academy (K-8)

Duke School (K-8)

1914 S. Miami Blvd.

Durham, NC 27703 (919) 598-0190 Enrollment/Staff: 240/18

3716 Old Erwin Road Durham, NC 27705 Phone: (919) 493-1827 Enrollment/Staff: 343/28

Bryson Christian Montessori School (K-1)

Durham Academy (PreK-12)

6701 Garrett Road Durham, NC 27707 (919) 490-0287 Enrollment/Staff: 87/3

Fellowship Baptist Academy (PreK-12)

809 Proctor St. Durham, NC 27707 Phone: (919) 688-3040 Enrollment/Staff: 119/14

515 Southerland St. Durham, NC 27703 (919) 596-9331 Enrollment/Staff: 53/11

Carolina Friends School (K-12)

Gorman Early Education Center (PreK-8)

4809 Friends School Road Durham, NC 27705 (919) 383-6602 Enrollment/Staff: 480/68

3311 East Geer St. Durham, NC 27704 (919) 682-2567 Enrollment/Staff: 104/7

3200 Pickett Road Durham, NC 27705 Phone: (919) 489-7464 Enrollment/Staff: 124/26

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1935 W. Cornwallis Road Durham, NC 27705 (919) 286-5517 Enrollment/Staff: 124/12

Liberty Christian School & Daycare (K-12) 3864 Guess Road Durham, NC 27705 Phone: (919) 471-5522 Enrollment/Staff: 261/22

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Mount Zion Christian Academy (K-12) 3519 Fayetteville St. Durham, NC 27707 Phone: (919) 688-4245 Enrollment/Staff: 166/13

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Golf Courses in the Durham Area Duke University Golf Club – Washington Duke Inn This course consistently receives top rankings from Golf Digest, GolfWeek, Golf Magazine and the Zagat Survey and in 2010, was ranked one of the top 10 Public Courses in North Carolina. Additionally, the Duke University Golf Club has a beautiful driving range and offers great discounts for “late play” after 4:30 p.m. for guests of the Washington Duke Inn, Duke University faculty and students.

3001 Cameron Blvd. Durham, NC 27705 Phone: (919) 681 2288 www.golf.duke.edu

The Crossings Golf Club Course Architect Ron Garl designed The Crossings Golf Club to have one of the most unique layouts in the Triangle Area, especially with their Par 3 island green on the 12th hole. This exceptional course is ideal for golfers of all skill levels. The Crossings offers special discounts for Duke students and several golf outing packages.

4023 Wake Forest Rd. Durham, NC 27703 Phone: (919) 598 8686 www.crossingsgolf.com

Falls Village Golf Club This scenic golf course is a great escape from the hustle and bustle and truly puts you in touch with nature in North Carolina’s countryside. From the back tees, the course offers 7,072 yards of beautiful fairways with dramatic elevation changes and 48 white sand bunkers. When visiting the club’s website be sure to investigate the current discounts under the “Specials” tab.

115 Falls Village Ln. Durham, NC 27703 Phone: (919) 596 4653 www.fallsvillagegolf.com

Lakeshore Golf Course The Lakeshore Golf Course is another stunning course within the Triangle that brings water into play 11 of the 18 holes as it is built around a lake and has several tributaries cut through the fairways. The course presents a test to golfers of all skill levels having four sets of tees. Be sure to check online for upcoming specials and coupons they will be having throughout the year.

4621 Lumley Rd. Durham, NC 27703 Phone: (919) 596 2401 www.lakeshoregc.com

The Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club Extremely nice and well kept, The Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club is a semi-private golf club designed

by Davis Love III. The Preserves upholds a noble goal

“to provide the best golfing experience possible while maintaining a refuge for wildlife” as it is an Audubon International Certified Sanctuary Golf Course. In addition, it was voted one of America’s Top 40 new golf courses by Golfweek Magazine.

When visiting the club’s website be sure to investigate the discounts they’re having at that time under the “Specials” tab on the homepage.

840 The Preserve Trail.

Chapel Hill, NC 27517 Phone: (919) 542 5501 www.thepreservegolf.com

Hillandale Golf Club The Hillandale Course is just minutes away from Duke University’s East Campus and a great course to put your skills to the test as it has played host to several premier amateur tournaments. This course also features a phenomenal staff, golf shop and offers some of the best rates per round in the Triangle Area.

1600 Hillandale Rd. Durham, NC 27705 Phone: (800) 367 2582 www.hillandalegolf.com

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Sound Off: Live On or Off Campus Some students like dorm life, and others can’t wait to get their own space. The Chronicle asks some students why they chose to live off campus or, alternatively, why they stuck around in the dorms for one more year. They also share some advice on apartment living, including how to save money and commute to campus.

Even as a senior, Laurel Burk decided to stay on campus. “It’s all about convenience,” she says.

“I don’t think there will be another time in my life when I will live within walking distance of a dozen restaurants, a gym, a 24-hour library and several of my closest friends.”

Melanie Weingart lives in the Belmont with one roommate and pays about $625 per month plus utilities. The roommates each have their own bedroom and bathroom. She says, “The best part of living off campus is being able to cook your own meals or

go out to eat and exploring Durham, also having your own living room.”

To save money when renting, she suggests, “walking or taking the bus to school instead of buying a parking pass and also catching rides with the Shooters bus instead of paying for a cab.”

Andrew Pilling lives at Erwin Mill with two roommates, who pay $1,620 total each month.

He suggests cooking to save money and notes that the best part of living off campus is “having your own space,” and the worst is “commuting to campus.”

Stephen Han lives in the Belmont with one roommate and pays about $630 in rent each month. He

notes that it’s not as cheap to live off campus as some might think because of the added costs of a car, electricity, cable and internet, but cooking does save him money. He says, “Also, you really do need a car.”

Sarah Bartleson lives in a house on Clarendon Street right off of East Campus. There are eight people in the house, each paying around $450 a month. She says the best part about living off campus is cooking because, as a vegan, she has more options. “It’s also been nice to be able to park right in front of my house,” she noted. She says having so many roommates is “messy – especially when people don’t do their assigned chores.” Before renting a house, she wishes she had known how many times they would need to call the handy-man. To save money, she suggests buying food in bulk from stores like Costco because “if you’re not careful, you could end up

spending more than you would on campus.”

Grace Hopkins is living off campus after coming back from abroad, an option available to some lucky juniors. She lives at the Lofts at Lakeview complex with one roommate but will have three other roommates as a senior. She says she was sick of dorm life and wanted a getaway from campus, adding, “I wanted to live in a cleaner space that I could really make my own.”

She likes having kitchen appliances and complex amenities, like a gym and pool, that she does not have to share with so many other students.

“I don’t think living on campus is a bad idea,” she says. “[But] you feel in charge of your own apartment and don’t have to be bogged down

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Successfully navigating apartment waitlists You’re a rising senior. Finally! After three years of on-campus living, you are ready to graduate to your own off-campus apartment.

You’ve perused the super handy housing guide in The Chronicle, and you’re pretty sure you’ve found the perfect place. Now what?

Step 1: Contact the apartment administration (this information should be located on each apartment ad or on their website). Most apartment complexes require you to submit a rental application along with an application fee to be put on their waitlist. You will also have to put down a security deposit.

Step 2: At some apartment complexes you must now complete a “future resident profile” with your unit preferences, in order to be matched to your ideal apartment. You may also be required to fill out screening criteria forms at this time.

Step 3: Once you have submitted all the required paperwork and fees, confirm with the apartment administration that everything has been received and that all the paperwork is in order (missing signatures can put a serious dent in your quest to land your own apartment).

Step 4: Names are placed on waitlists in the order the application and fees are paid. The earlier they receive you application and fees, the higher your name will be on the list. Apply early!

Okay, you’ve applied to your dream off-campus apartment and they’ve notified you that you have been placed on the waitlist. What does that mean?

Are you guaranteed an apartment?

Unfortunately, being on a waitlist does not guarantee that you will be given an apartment or the apartment style that you want (although you

do have a great shot). Each year, an apartment will accept as many rental applications as they think they can accommodate. This estimate is based on the previous years’ turnover of apartments, and the demand can fluctuate from year-to-year. If availability is over-estimated, those at the bottom of the waitlist may not get an apartment for the following school year. Again, this is why it is important to apply early!

Step 5: Each apartment has a different timeline by which they will notify you if an apartment is available for you. Inquire with the apartment

administration when you should expect to hear from them by. If you do not hear from them after this date, make sure to follow up.

If you do make it on the waitlist, but then decide you don’t want to live there, simply contact the apartment administration and ask to be removed from the list. Unfortunately, application fees are typically non-refundable. Some apartments have limited windows during which you can withdraw from their waitlist and be refunded the full amount of your security deposit. However, this is usually within the first few days.

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Durham crime hits 23-year low In 2012, the combined number of property crimes and violent crimes reached its lowest point in 23 years, according to an annual report released by the Durham Police Department.

The rate of violent crime per 100,000 persons in Durham, which includes such incidents as homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, decreased 1 percent from 2011 to 2012. The actual number of violent crime offenses, however, increased slightly from 1,712 incidents in 2011 to 1,721 in 2012. Violent crime composed 14 percent of all crime in Durham in 2012.

In contrast, property crimes such as burglarly, larceny, vehicle theft and property crime fell 9 percent— a total of 969 fewer incidents from 2011 to 2012. Burglaries specifically fell 15 percent.

The report noted that DPD cleared 49.5 percent of violent crime cases and 22.2 percent of property crimes cases, adding that the rates were above the FBI’s 2012 clearance rates.

“The department’s goal was to have a violent crime clearance rate of 45 percent and a property crime clearance rate of 22 percent,” the report’s execu-

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The report attributes some of this decrease in burglaries to the Residential Awareness Program, an initiative launched in 2012. Through the program, DPD analyzes target areas with recent burglaries, and designated community resource unit police officers inform residents about the incidents going door-to-door. Police officers also conduct additional patrols in areas designated as high risk. Burglaries in Durham dropped about 15 percent in 2012.

There were also 21 homicides in 2012, with victims ranging from 13 to 81 years old. The number is down 19 percent from 26 homicides that occurred in 2011.

Durham police also launched a special victims unit in 2012, which focuses on sexual crimes and child abuse. Reported rapes increased 11 percent from 2011 to 2012 from 66 to 73 incidents, but some reports made in 2012 referred to assaults in earlier years.

The report also states that the staff positions at the police department were nearly full. All 514 sworn positions were filled by the end of 2012, and civilian staff filled 91 percent of its 117-position capacity.

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Affordable decorating ideas Decorating an apartment is a way to express

without a few doodads and stylish stationary. On

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yourself, but it’s also a way to break the bank.

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Ninth Street, Ox & Rabbit Soda & Sundries is good for a fizzy drink but also posters and novelty items.

is a trek, but it’s also a treasure trove of trinkets and accent pieces. Have friends who are graduating and

and suggestions for how to give your place your signature look while staying in your budget.

Parker & Otis in Brightleaf Square has all sorts of decorations, with a particularly wide selection of

leaving Durham? Find out if they are leaving any furniture behind – you might get a free couch or

kitchen goods and foods. Buy flavorful biscuit mixes

bookcase.

For local flare, you don’t have to go far – just off of East Campus. There are numerous places to shop

and spice combinations and some colorful pots to cook with.

and browse on Ninth and Main Streets, but here is

If you’re not into hand-me-downs, but you still want a low price, try do-it-yourself projects that

a sampling. Zola Craft Gallery behind Whole Foods has plenty of irresistible wall art that will make your

But sometimes the boutique looks are pricey. To find like-new apartment goods for close to no cost

mimic designer pieces for a much lower cost. Browse DIY blogs on www.craftgawker.com or on Pinterest;

apartment stand out; you’ll also have trouble leaving

or even for free, look for flea markets and yard sales

make it a roommate-bonding project!

Under $5 Pressed Flower Glass Knob – Urban Outfitters, $4 Decorative doorknobs and cabinet pulls are an easy and inexpensive way to add a small personal touch to an apartment.

Under $10 Room Essentials Teal Photo Frame – Target, $5 Simple but colorful picture frames are good for mixing-and-matching and displaying your favorite photos.

Sea Gleam Votive – Anthropologie, $8.

Lighting candles in mix-and-match holders can give you’re apartment warm lighting. And even unlit, these small decorative pieces can be used to add pops of color to your apartment, especially if your walls are all white.

Cross Dye Baskets – West Elm, $5-$8 Storage is stylish when you use small and creative baskets and boxes to accent the room.

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Some Simple DIY Projects With some scrapbook paper, distressed paint and Mod Podge, spruce up an old serving tray.

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With some twinkle lights and cardboard, make some simple decorative lighting.

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Aria Rod Pocket Window Panel in Wasabi – Target, $20.

For less than $20, colorful pillows and curtains can add cheer and comfort.

Use a yard sale picture frame, twine and clothespins to make a board to hang notes, earrings and favorite pictures.

Set of Seven Round Mirrors – Target, $15.

Over the door hooks, set of six – Urban Outfitters, $16.

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Moving off campus? Tips for choosing a roommate While most people have experience with roommates before deciding to move offcampus, apartment living can present unique challenges to the roommate relationship. While questions of dirty dishes and space allocation may persist, off-campus roommates must also navigate issues of rent, utilities and leases.

Whether you’re living with your best friend or virtual strangers, consider some of these points with your potential roommates before committing to an off-campus relationship:

• Determine a fair way to divide rent While many roommates choose to divide rent evenly, complications can arise when rooms are not equal in size or amenities.

Some roommates are willing to pay more for a room with a better view or more windows, but be sure to discuss these issues before the rent is split. Consider having an objective discussion about the pro’s and con’s of each room before selecting rooms. Setting the rent for each room beforehand will allow tenants to consider their own budgets when deciding which room to select.

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• Discuss who will pay for utilities - Paying for utilities is one of the big differences between living on and offcampus. In addition to rent, most tenants will also need to cover bills for water, electric or gas, cable and internet. While some apartment complexes include certain utilities in the cost of rent, many expect these costs to be covered independently.

Not paying utilities on time can negatively affect your credit score if the utilities company reports delinquent payments and a negative entry from not paying your utilities could impact your payment history calculation, which accounts for 35 percent of your total credit score. Be sure to coordinate with your roommate about how utility costs will be divided and how you will ensure that payments are submitted on time.

• Carefully consider who you add to your lease - Landlords operate leasing arrangements in different ways. Some may offer the option of choosing one roommate as the primary leaseholder with all other tenants considered subleesees.

In this situation, the leaseholder has sole responsibility for upholding the lease agreement and can generally evict subleesees who do not abide by the terms of the lease.

Other landlords will require all roommates to sign on as co-tenants, sharing equal responsibility for the lease. If one co-tenant does not pay rent or breaks a rule, the landlord has the right to evict all roommates. If offered a choice, carefully consider which options best fits you and your roommates.

• Keep the lines of communication open - Use the conflict resolution skills you learned freshman year! Conflicts between tenants are often inevitable, but the more thought that goes into planning and negotiating prior to moving in, the more comfortable all roommates will be. When problems do arise, address them calmly and directly.

Consider your phrasing–rather than addressing the issue in an accusatory manner (“You always turn your rent in late and you keep making excuses”) try talking about how you feel (“I’m afraid we may lose our apartment if we don’t get our rent in on time”). Since you can be evicted based on a single roommate’s actions, get the landlord involved only as a last resort.

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Think first to stay safe when out and about Durham is a safe place—if you think before you act.

Most crimes are crimes of opportunity. They happen when you do things like walk alone at night, leave your car unlocked or leave your doors open.

Luckily, with a little common sense, you can prevent yourself from being a crime victim. These tips have been adapted from the Durham and Duke University Police Department websites.

• Park your vehicle in busy, well-lighted areas.

• Always roll up your windows and lock the car, even if it is in front of your home. Never leave your keys in the car or ignition.

• Do not leave valuables such as laptop computers, cellular phones and chargers, cash, loose change, GPS systems, CDs, sports equipment, and important papers and documents in your vehicle. Do not leave packages in plain view inside your vehicle. Put them in the trunk or cover them up.

Personal Safety • Don’t walk alone at night, even if you’re walking a short distance, and avoid unfamiliar, dimly lit areas. Encourage your friends to do the same.

• Always have your keys ready when you approach your apartment or vehicle.

• Stay informed. Familiarize yourself with University emergency notification procedures and pay attention to DukeALERT emergency text messages. Be familiar with where crime is happening by visiting the Durham Police station crime tracking website (http:// durhamnc.gov/ich/op/DPD/pages/crimemap. aspx).

• If a person confronts you and demands money or possessions, law enforcement officials suggest giving what is demanded and creating a safe distance.

• If you feel uncomfortable or lost, approach a police officer or a store owner to get your bearings or directions. If someone follows you, do not drive home. Go to a well-lit place and report it.

• When in doubt of your destination or the safety of a neighborhood, instead of walking take a cab - especially late at night.

• Excessive drinking may lead to negative consequences, including assault, illness and driving under the influence. The legal drinking age is 21. If you see someone who is passed out or sick from alcohol, call 9-1-1 immediately.

• Copy your license plate and vehicle identification (VIN) numbers on a card and keep them with your driver’s license. If your vehicle is stolen, police will need this information promptly.

Report crime, concerns, threats of violence, unwanted contact and suspicious activity immediately.

Dial 9-1-1 to reach Duke Police or Durham Police, or (919) 684-2444 to reach Duke Police.

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• Get a ride late at night by calling Duke Van Services at (919) 684-2020.

• When walking during the day, always be aware of your surroundings. Remember to walk briskly and with confidence, and avoid loiterers or people hanging out in groups. Make eye contact with people as you walk by—this makes it easier to give a witness description if an attack occurs.

• Carry your registration and insurance card with you. Don’t leave personal identification documents or credit cards in your vehicle.

Less than 1 mile to Duke’s West Campus and Medical Center 1, 2, & 3

Erwin Terrace

bedroom spacious apartments

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on duke bus line pet

Poplar Manor

friendly laundry

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facilities lease: 6 or 12 months

Holly Hill

water furnished

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Protecting your Property • Always lock your residence or office when away and secure your belongings.

• Do not let strangers inside your apartment.

Use your peephole to see who is at the door.

2716-D Campus Walk Ave., Durham, 27705 Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5

919.383.3830

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CROASDAILE CROSSINGS Croasdaile Crossings Apartments are in the perfect location for Duke graduate students and associates! Just a 5 minute drive to campus and the Medical Center, Croasdaile Crossings apartment community is located at the intersection of Carver and Front Streets surrounded by Durham’s most prestigious residential setting.

2106 Front St. Durham, NC 27705

Croasdaile Crossings offers one bedroom garden apartments and two bedroom, 21⁄2 bath townhome apartments with the following amenities:

(919) 383-3437

• GREAT FLOOR PLAN FOR ROOMMATES!!!

• Full size washer and dryer and microwave, dishwasher, and garbage disposal included in the rent • Standard Cable TV (over 70 channels) included in rent • Frost-free refrigerator/freezer with ice maker • Self-cleaning oven • French doors with mini blinds • Spacious closets throughout • Townhomes have storage rooms • Fitness Center • Wireless Internet available in community room and pool deck area • 24 Hour emergency maintenance • One pet under 50 lbs. full grown welcomed

www.brantleyproperties.com/croasdailecrossings

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GREAT MOVE IN SPECIALS!

* Rent discount for Duke

Graduate Students and Employees

Located just 5 minutes from Duke’s Central Campus, Medical Center and VA Hospital, Croasdaile Apartments offer a quiet retreat from busy lifestyles.

Meticulously maintained apartments and surrounding grounds provide an outstanding value close to everything you need. This is the perfect location for Duke graduate students and Duke employees!

1829 Front St. Durham, NC 27705

(919) 383-3437 Croasdaile Crossings Front S

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Croasdaile Leasing Apartments Office

Carver St.

Hillandale Rd.

• 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, some floorplans with dens • Standard cable (70 channels), water, sewer included in rent • Laundry centers in each building • All electric appliances included; frostfree refrigerator/freezer, stove with selfcleaning oven, dishwasher and food disposal • Efficient heating and cooling for climate controlled year round comfort • 2 swimming pools and picnic area • Clubroom features computer with high speed internet access and fitness center • Extra large patio or balcony • Mini-blinds included on all windows • Golf course views • On city bus line • One pet under 50 lbs. full-grown welcomed

Croasdaile Dr.

I-85

www.brantleyproperties.com/croasdaile croasdaile@brantleyproperties.com Call for directions

Professionally managed by

Duke University Duke Hospital

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Leasing office for both properties: Garden View Office Building

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Basic renters insurance worth the cost Here are 5 tips to help you find the best coverage NEW YORK — Renters insurance may seem expensive if you’re among the more than twothirds of tenants who lack it. But it’s the best way to avoid losing thousands of dollars if you’re robbed or your apartment is damaged by water or fire.

New York apartment dweller Rose LichterMarck, 28, had to pay cash to replace all her furniture, housewares and books after a fire in her old building. Cleaning the smell of smoke out of her clothes cost another $2,000, because she didn’t have insurance, she said.

Then she had to stay with friends until she found a new apartment. With insurance, the whole experience would have been less painful — and less expensive.

A basic policy can be as little as 50 cents a day. But many renters, mostly young adults, think — incorrectly — that their stuff isn’t worth enough to insure, according to Apartments. com, which found in 2010 that 70 percent of tenants don’t buy renters insurance.

Here are five steps to take if you’re considering renters insurance: • Inventory your possessions: Photograph everything you own to get a sense of how much it would cost to replace all your things.

While you’re at it, write down the serial numbers of all your electronic devices and appliances.

• Seek out discounts: Take note of any special safety precautions in your building that will earn you a break on your monthly premium. If you buy coverage from the same company that insures your car or provides you other types of coverage, that can earn you a multi-policy discount.

• Think about partying: If you like to entertain, renters insurance can be especially helpful.

Most policies will offer your guests medical coverage, so if someone visiting your place

Buying a basic renters insurance policy can save you hundreds and maybe even thousands of dollars in the event of theft or water or fire damage.

slips and smacks his head on your kitchen counter, his trip to the emergency room will be covered.

• Choose replacement vs. actual value: Most insurers will cover either your belongings’ actual cash value or what it would cost to replace them. A cash value policy will be cheaper, but the payout for things you have to replace will be reduced by how much they’ve depreciated since you bought them.

Replacement-cost coverage will cover the cost of replacing your belongings new, now.

• Understand your policy’s limits: Basic renters insurance policies cap reimbursements. So be sure to buy the extra coverage you need for pricey items like jewelry, electronics and musical instruments. Some people even carry riders against identity theft. But extra coverage adds up quickly so be clear about your priorities.

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Southpoint Glen Located adjacent to American Tobacco Trail Complimentary Mountain/Trail Bikes, Business center Car care area Clubroom with complimentary coffee/tea bar and at panel TV DATA Route #7 bus line stop

Sand volleyball court Resort style swimming pool Picnic areas with grills State of the art ďŹ tness center Playground Pet Park Leaseholders have to be 21 years of age.

Our community is less than a mile off 1-40 for easy access to Duke University, The Research Triangle Park, and Raleigh Durham International Airport. We are only 7 miles from the Duke University campus. With four different floor plans ranging from 721 to 1,148 square feet, you are sure to find the perfect apartment home here at Southpoint Glen. Our spacious apartment homes offer luxury amenities including fully equipped gourmet kitchens with an upgraded appliance package, full size washer/dryers, wood burning fireplaces, plush floor coverings, oversized windows, opulent bathrooms, expansive closets, and large private balconies or patios. Select units have newly rennovated interiors with new appliances, cabinetry and lightning.

www.southpointglen.com southpointglen@greystar.com

919-544-3977 5800 Tattersall Drive Durham, NC 27713

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