Housing Guide, September 22, 2011 - Grand Valley Lanthorn

Housing Guide September 22, 2011

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Fall 2011

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Copper Beech

Meadows Crossing

The Village at 48 West

University Townhomes

Pine Ridge Apartments

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Housing Guide

September 22, 2011

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Peace and quiet: The prices for units at University Townhouses (pictured) range from $235 to $320 per person depending on the number of occupants and the leasing terms. UTA offers both 10- and 12-month leases.

University Townhouses offers tenants peace and quiet

By Anya Zentmeyer GVL News Editor

In the face of classes, exams and extra curriculars, it’s nice to have a little bit of peace and quiet – and that’s exactly what University Townhouses and Apartments is all about.

“We can’t offer all the bells and whistles but we can offer some peace and quiet,” said Dan Jensen, owner and manager of UTA With locations on both Fillmore Street and Lake Michigan Drive, UTA is located close enough to campus for a quick commute but far enough away to promote a more quiet and calm lifestyle.

The Fillmore location offers a total of 18 units while the Lake Michigan location has 5 total units. There are three different rental styles, all offering both 10- and 12-month leasing options, with a $10 application fee per person.

“We’re probably one of the nicer, cheapest units around. Especially our four bedroom units are huge compared to many on campus, and we’re trying to make that our competitive edge.

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Dan Jensen UTA owner and manager

UTA boasts larger bedrooms than most other off-campus complexes, with an outdoor volleyball court for fun in the warmer months. Jensen said the price is key when it comes to his complex.

“We’re probably one of the nicer, cheapest units around,” Jensen said. “Especially our four bedroom units are huge compared to many on campus, and we’re trying to make

that our competitive edge.”

A 1,110 square foot two-bedroom, twobathroom townhouse could run anywhere from $235 to $290, depending on the number of occupants and length of lease agreement, while a 1,400 square foot fourbedroom, two-bathroom townhouse could run anywhere from $235 to $320 with the same conditions.

Each unit comes with a stove, refrigerator and dishwasher in the kitchen, washer and dryer, hookups in each room for DSL Internet access, digital video and cable and free parking. Utilities include water, sewer and trash removal.

The final style is apartments, located on 6425 Lake Michigan Dr. These 900 square foot apartments each have two bedrooms and one bathroom, washer and dryer on site, DSL and cable hookups and include water, sewer, trash removal, gas, electric and heat run $370 for a 10-month lease and $350 for a 12-month lease.

The Fillmore location has recently added on the same apartment units as those located on Lake Michigan Drive, and the same pricing applies. And pricing matters.

“Price, that’s the whole thing,” Jensen said.

Visit www.gvtownhouses.com for more information. news@lanthorn.com

September 22, 2011

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C4 Housing Guide Copper Beech ups involvement, downs prices

September 22, 2011

GVL / Dylan Graham

Cool off campus: Copper Beech, conveniently located along the Route 48 bus line on 48th Avenue, offers private townhome living, exciting community events and a plethora of amenities for residents. Rates start at $385.

By Haley Otman GVLLaker Life Editor

Not only does Copper Beech give students a great value for their money, but the popular off-campus living complex also gives students a great time.

Some of their exciting activities this semester include tailgating during football season and hosting activities during the women’s lacrosse games.

“We have many cool events being planned for this fall and we plan to keep the events happening throughout the school year,” said Jessica Radle, property manager.

Copper Beech is one of the most popular locations for Grand Valley State University students to live off campus. It is located at the southwest corner of 48th Avenue and Pierce Street and is a bus stop on Rapid

Route 48.

“The location is great,” said Courtney Foley, a former Copper Beech resident and current GVSU student.

Radle said Copper Beech Townhomes offer students both the privacy of off-campus living and the convenience of staying close to campus. They have lowered their rates to stay competitive and give students the most for their money.

Current rates for unfurnished townhomes are $385 per person per month to live in a four-bedroom unit, $420 per person per month for a three-bedroom with a garage, $440 per person per month for a threebedroom without a garage, $475 per person per month for a two-bedroom and $635 per month for a one-bedroom unit.

Furnished townhomes are also available for a $5 increase per month for each resident.

“We are just getting ready to release our rates for the 2012-2013 school year,” Radle said. “Make sure you are checking in frequently and calling to hear about them. I have a feeling we will be filling up early this year because of the super low rates I have heard so far.”

There are just a couple of units still available for the 2011-2012 school year, and Radle said the office can help put people together if anyone is in need of roommates.

New plans in the works at Copper Beech include updating the retail area. Radle said the complex is considering turning the space into a useful and fun area for the residents.

“Some of the ideas that are being tossed around include an indoor basketball court, coffee/juice bar, a bigger and better weight room, computer lab and possibly a pool,” she said. “We are hoping to have all ideas finalized soon.”

Foley said one of her favorite aspects of living at Copper Beech was the generous size of her townhome. One-bedroom units are approximately 650 square feet, with sizes going up to 2,000 square feet for a four-bedroom unit. Each bedroom has a full bathroom and closet.

“I had more than enough room for everything I needed, and did not have to worry about taking back summer clothes to make room for winter clothes or anything like that,” Foley said.

Also included in the rent are a washer and dryer, Internet, cable and landscaping, in addition to use of the clubhouse, which boasts a fitness center and pool table. Parking is included, but residents can upgrade to a covered parking space or a garage spot.

To learn more about Copper Beech, visit www.cbeech.com or call 616-895-2900. lakerlife@lanthorn.com

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September 22, 2011

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Eenhoorn Properties provides students with downtown alternative

By Brady Fredericksen GVL Sports Editor

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Breaking away from campus: (Top) Pine Ridge Apartments in Walker offer an easy commute to the Allendale and Pew campuses.

(Middle) The Lofts offer a more grown-up, non-student atmosphere for students looking for more mature housing options. (Bottom) Highland Place Apartments, located in Grand Rapids’ Heritage Hill neighborhood, offers affordable single-person options.

Students tired of the slow and easy Allendale lifestyle need to look no further than a few miles down Lake Michigan Drive for their future housing needs.

For students seeking to leave Allendale, a move closer to the downtown Pew Campus or to just moving closer to downtown Grand Rapids can be achieved with the help of Eenhoorn Properties.

Eenhoon’s complexes — Pine Ridge Apartments, The Lofts Apartments and Highland Place Apartments — are all conveniently located near the metro-Grand Rapids area and each gives GVSU students a new, alternative atmosphere to spend their college days.

“We are all conveniently located in the Grand Rapids area, very close to the downtown GV campus,” said Grace Johnson, the senior manager of operations at Eerhoorn Properties. “The complexes are very well-priced, which is nice for students, and we offer a lot of great amenities that other complexes in the area don’t offer.”

While it may not be located directly in the downtown area, Pine Ridge Apartments, located at 2700-G Pineridge Dr. NW in Walker, Mich., give GVSU students a chance to move away from the Allendale Campus while maintaining a drivable distance between the two locations.

“You’re right in between both campuses at around 10 to 15 minutes from each, which is good if you have classes in between,” said Anela Mesinovic, Pine Ridge Apartments’ property manager.

“We allow nine-month leases

and are pet friendly, which a lot of students enjoy because many complexes in Walker are not pet friendly.”

Pine Ridge offers studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments in a quiet country setting. Along with the three apartment formats, the complex also offers garbage disposals and pet-friendly living. The tenants’ nine-month rent — $470 a month for studio apartments, $575 for one-bedrooms and $725 for two-bedrooms — includes water, sewer, trash removal and complete maintenance services.

Also unique about the complex is that each is built on the ground level similar to that of a condominium. That means fewer worries about the people partying above and below you, and more time to enjoy some peace and quiet.

“The fact that you’re all one floor is something people enjoy,” Mesinovic said. “We have a washer and dryer in the apartment, and all of the residents get a fitness membership to Endurance Fitness too, which many enjoy.”

Moving toward the downtown area, students can enjoy the low-key lifestyle that comes with Highland Place Apartments. The complex, located in Grand Rapids’ historical Heritage Hill district at 405 Washington SE, is geared more towards the students who desire to live alone, as shown by their studio and one bedroom options.

“There is parking included and it is a quiet, efficient building,” said property manager

Emily Myers. “We’re the perfect starting point for someone wanting to live alone.”

Some highlights of the complex range from elevators and newer appliances to air conditioning. The apartments are also pet-friendly for tenants with smaller animals.

“As far as Highland goes there is on-site washers and dryers, and it’s a very quiet building,” Myers said. “It’s in a safe area, and parking included, which is huge being downtown.”

The final complex under the eye of Eenhoorn Properties is Lofts Apartments, located at 26 Sheldon Blvd. SE in downtown Grand Rapids.

Lofts, which was once an automobile showroom before being remodeled, puts students in the epicenter of the downtown area.

“You don’t get more downtown then us,” said Myers, who is also the property manager at The Lofts. “Everything is within walking distance, and the bus route is here even for the Allendale campus. It’s safe and secure, but it’s not exclusively student housing so it’s not a party house – it’s

better for a non-traditional a student.”

With a fitness room, laundry room and community room equipped with computers and high-speed Internet, the complex provides its tenants with a way to connect with fellow tenants while also enjoying the unique architecture of their building.

Along with wireless Internet in the lobby, laundry room and community room, Lofts provides utility services such as unlimited steam heat, water and waste removal.

“Our apartments are large – up to 900 square feet – and we have a fitness room and covered parking which is fantastic in January when the blizzards come,” Myers said.

“We also have a very nice community of people living here. Everyone helps each other and you don’t see that often.”

With all three complexes being professionally staffed, Eenhoorn emphasizes that their staff members “really do care” about their tenants, and provide affordable downtown living for GVSU students. sports@lanthorn.com

C6 Housing Guide Mystic Woods offers homey feeling at affordable price September 22, 2011

While the duplexes at Mystic Woods may be tucked away, they are far from antiGVL Managing Editor social. Residents often spend time on their covered front porches, socializing with their Nestled away from the hubbub of cam- neighbors and each other. pus, Mystic Woods offers a home-like atDekkenga said that groups of eight tenmosphere with a convenient proximity to ants can also request adjoining duplexes. campus.

“They can get eight kids to take a buildLocated on Pierce Street near 52nd Av- ing to themselves,” he said. “They can all enue, Mystic Woods offers the perfect bal- get on the porch and hang out together withance between a cozy abode and easy access out having to walk over to someone else’s to student essentials, such as grocery stores, place or anything like that, so we get a lot of restaurants and the Grand Valley State Uni- that going on.” versity Allendale Campus.

Mystic Woods also offers assistance for Mystic Woods features four-bedroom, students looking for roommates in the comfour-bathroom dumunity. plexes, complete with The duplexes front porches and spaNobody offers what we were built in cious lawns for resi2007, so the maoffer. ... Inside the buildings jority of fixtures dents. Other amenities include covered parkare new and uphave woodwork, we have ing for all residents, dated. Dekkenin-unit washers and nice colors on our wall. It’s ga said they redryers, lawn care and cently added a like a new house that you snow removal. Kitchbasketball and ens come complete volleyball court move into. with a dishwasher, to the property, Scott Dekkenga which have been oven/stove, refrigeraMystic Woods property manager a big hit with tor and microwave.

The spacious kitchens residents. also include tile floors “We’re off and a breakfast bar. the beaten path a little,” Dekkenga said. “But The main floor of the units features an when people come back here with friends, open layout complete with a large kitchen, they just say, ‘Oh, I didn’t know this was eating area, living room and half bath. The here.’ The residents think it’s really cool – I privately-keyed bedrooms include private hear that all the time.” bathrooms as well as large closets.

Dekkenga said the cottage-style homes All units are cable TV and Internet have been popular with students. Since beready. ing built in 2007, the units have been full Mystic Woods is pet-friendly. each year.

Rent is $405 per month, per person. Mys“Nobody offers what we offer,” he said. tic Woods is currently leasing; prospective “Nowhere, not 48 West, nobody. Inside the tenants should bring a $25 application fee as buildings have woodwork, we have nice well as a one-month security deposit. colors on our walls. It’s like a new house “It’s like the next thing closest to liv- that you move into. We’re not like Copper ing in a house because you’ve got grass all Beech or any of those places where there’s the way around you,” said Scott Dekkenga, white walls and white woodwork. We feel Mystic Woods property manager. “The bed- like home.” rooms are all huge. They’re built by home For more information or to view phobuilders, not by a construction conglomer- tos and floorplans, visit www.mysticwoodate that comes in and slaps them up. You’re scommunity.com. For leasing information, not butted up to a parking lot like most com- contact Mystic Woods at info@mysticmunities, where the parking lots are right up woodscommunity.com or 616-837-5173. against the apartments.” managingeditor@lanthorn.com

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Cozy cottages: (Above) Mystic Woods offers four-bedroom duplexes with rent starting at $405 per month.

Groups of eight residents can rent a building together. Covered porches keep things social in the quiet neighborhood. (Below) All units come with surrounding lawns as well as carports for each resident.

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C7 48 West offers sense of community September 22, 2011

By Briana Doolan GVL A&E Editor

The Village at 48 West is now offering new leasers a number of incentives for signing up.

The first 99 people to lease at 48 West will receive $25 off each rental payment during the course of their lease, a savings of $300 with a 12-month lease.

If you apply within 24 hours of your first tour, you will receive $50 off your administrative fee, or apply within 48 hours to still receive $25 off. If you bring in all four roommates to apply together, you will receive a 46” flat screen T.V. as part of your furnishing package.

“I absolutely love living at 48 West. This is my second year living here and I re-signed for next year,” said Kaci, 48 West resident. “That right there shows how much I love living here.”

The Village at 48 West offers one-, two- and four-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Each room has their own bathroom for those seeking privacy.

Rates for apartments start at $395 per person per month, while rates for townhomes start at $450.

“I live in a four-bedroom apartment at 48 West and I love it,” said Rachael, a 48 West resident. “I’ve never had a bedroom this big, let alone my own bathroom, which is amazing. My favorite thing is working out in the fitness center and being able to watch my favorite shows at the same time. I love being able to study in the Commons area. It really helps my grades because I don’t have to go far to have a fun and relaxing environment to study.”

Amenities that come with your living arrangements include: close-by bus service, free wi-fi, a full-sized washer and dryer, expanded cable television service, stepped-up sound proofing and central air conditioning. These are only a few aspects of what 48 West has to offer.

“All the staff is so incredibly nice and helpful — maintenance is always prompt and diligent,” Kaci said. “The location of the downtown and commons is so convenient to all the apartments and townhomes, my unit especially. I have a short walk to the bus which is amazing during the winter.”

The leasing and management office is onsite for residents and future resident’s question.

“48 West is hands down by far the best place to live,” said Courtney, a 48 West resident.

“Not only are the townhouses and apartments aesthetically pleasing but they are spacious making it easier to decorate your room to fit your own personal style. The 48 West staff is always cheerful and accommodating and willing to help with any situation,” said Courtney. “It has made my off- campus living experience unforgettable.”

The leasing and management office are also responsible for hosting events like the 48 West Cribs Contest on Sept. 24.

“My roommates and I participated in 48 West Cribs last year and won, that was super fun,” Kaci said. “We like to be involved in as much as possible. I love how there is always something new going on each week.”

48 West holds a variety of events, such as the upcoming open mic night and cornhole tournament.

“I think the best thing about 48 West is all the monthly events they have going on,” Courtney said. “During finals they had a personal massage therapist, pancakes at midnight, movie showings, contests during Valentine’s Day

and so much more.”

The complex also features The Village Center, which includes Menna’s Joint, Theater48, The Zone, The Fitness Club, Goods to Go, The Commons and Ugro coffee shop. s Menna’s Joint is the home of the “dub” sandwich, For a reasonable price you can find lunch and/or dinner right outside your home.

Theater48 offers a huge projection screen measuring 106 inches diagonal and 168 inches long and a state of the art surround sound system.

This allows Theater48 to host movie marathons, events and open mic nights.

The Zone is 48 West’s own game room offered free to residents. The Zone offers two pool tables, a Golden Tee Golf game, as well as a dart board, an X-box 360°, and much more.

The Fitness Club is open 24 hours to residents and has everything to offer at GVSU’s own recreation center has to offer. But instead of walking or taking the bus around campus, The Fitness Center is right outside your door when you live at 48 West.

Goods to Go is a convenience store offered to residents, open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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Village people: The Village at 48 West boasts an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, convenience store, gym and theatre, with rent starting at $395 per month.

The Commons, otherwise known as “the spot” at 48 West, is a community common building. The building is two floors and equipped with couches, flat screen TVs, a study area, fireplaces for the winter and a common kitchen area. There are also computers with printing available for res-

idents. Behind The Commons, there is a basketball and tennis court for resident use.

Ugro is a coffee shop with many discounts for residents.

The grand re-opening is today at 7 p.m.

“Having everything in 48 West within walking distance is so great and I never have

to drive anywhere thanks to the village center and the bus stop,” said Rachael. “I love living here so much, I never want to move out.”

For those interested in checking out The Village at 48 West, visit www.48west. info/index.php or contact the leasing and managing

office at 616-895-2400 or 48west@48west.info.

The 48 West website offers sections for an application, parents, residents and the 411 about 48 West. The site also includes testimonials from previous and current residents. arts@lanthorn.com

C8 Housing Guide Meadows offers convenience, privacy

September 22, 2011

By Glenn Turek Spery Van Ness CCIM

Location, Convenience and Privacy: The many advantages of Meadows Crossing Meadows Crossing. For those of you who have lived here, three words probably come to mind: Location, convenience, and privacy.

For those of you who have not heard of Meadows Crossing, here’s a sneak peak of what the best offcampus GVSU apartments have to offer! As college students we all want a place to live that’s close to campus, one that has things to do in our free time, and the option to be by ourselves when we need to study or just want to get away from the roommates. Meadows Crossing’s off-campus apartments and townhomes provide all of these amazing things in one place. In addition to an awesome location, Meadows Crossing’s apartments in Allendale, Michigan have bedrooms with private bathrooms and tons of amazing amenities, party store, food, and entertainment. Why would you want to live anywhere else?

Location, location, location When looking for a place to live, location is everything. Certainly you could find numerous nice GVSU apartments, but if they’re not near a single one of your classes, is it really worth it?

Probably not. Meadows Crossing surpasses the criteria of an upscale Allendale apartment community AND has the perfect location in relation to anything and everything you, as a college student, would ever want to do. Not only does Meadows Crossing have its own entertainment, food, and amenities, it also is within a short distance of Lake Michigan’s beautiful beaches, artsy downtown Grand Rapids, local clubs, bars, and restaurants, and everything in between! Meadows Crossing is conveniently located at the 48th Avenue entrance to Grand Valley State University’s Allendale Campus. In addition to the awesome location, Meadows Crossing is located directly across the street from two convenient bus stops and is a part of both the 37 and 48 bus routes. In other words, you never have to be on the bus for more than 5 minutes! And when the bus gets as crowded as it sometimes does, that’s definitely a good thing! Another great part about Meadows Crossing and its location is that it

is within walking distance to other apartment complexes on “The Strip on 48th Avenue” as well as campus apartments, which means you’re always minutes away from friends on and off campus. All in all, Meadows Crossing’s location is what makes it the place to be!

Convenience As college students, convenience is something we need to survive. Between our endless lectures, exams, projects, athletic events, concerts, meetings and homework, sometimes we need a break from it all. Meadows Crossing’s apartments provide the convenience we need to give us a break from the craziness that we all call college life. Nothing is better than being able to have everything we need, all within walking distance, and this is what Meadows Crossing provides for its tenants. The Meadows Crossing Retail Shoppes allow for a place for students to get away without really having to go anywhere. Brew-stir’s Bar & Grille, one of Meadows Crossing’s newest attractions, allows for students to get away for a while to grab a beer (or blue drink) with friends and watch a game. Not to mention, they have delicious appetizers and dinner entrées! Having a few friends over and you need some drinks and snacks for the night?

There’s absolutely no need to drive anywhere when you are within minutes of the Hip Party Store. If you’ve ever been to “The Hip,” as most students call it, you undoubtedly know Sam. As the owner, Sam creates a friendly atmosphere and makes everyone who walks into the store feel welcome, and always has the best snacks and latest drink mixers. The Hip Party Store also carries your basic cleaning essentials and quick TV dinners, just in case you don’t want to make that dreaded trip to the grocery store in the middle of a cold West Michigan winter. The Hookah Lounge is also a part of Meadows Crossing Retail Shoppes. For hookah fans, this is a great place to hang out with friends, smoke some hookah.

With all of the great snacks and food available, Meadows Crossing tenants can still stay in shape by working out at the Meadows Crossing Fitness Center, which is open 24/7. What’s more convenient than that?! The fitness center is fully equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights and pretty much anything workout related

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Amazing amenities: Meadows Crossing offers spacious townhouses and prime retail, such as the Hip Party Store and the Hookah Lounge.

you can think of. After a strenuous workout, Meadows Crossing tenants can jump into the resort-style pool and spa to relax and unwind.

If you’re not a fan of the gym, but love sports, Meadows Crossing is home to a basketball and volleyball court, located conveniently between some of our buildings. Almost every unit also has a bike rack for those who enjoy the simplicity of biking to and from campus. If you’re looking for something to do in the winter months, but don’t want to travel far, we have ping-pong, foosball, and pool tables located in the 24/7 Meadows Crossing Clubhouse. Think it ends there? Nope!

Meadows Crossing is also home to free tanning and a quiet study room with computer lab and free printing/copying!

Another great convenience of living at the best of off-campus GVSU apartments is that we have plenty of parking for tenants, as well as for their guests. Guests can park in the same spots as the tenants on a first-come, first-serve basis, as long as they have a weekend pass.

Tenants can even enjoy covered spots which are very convenient for keeping your vehicle snowless in the winter and nice and cool in the summer months.

Meadows Crossing also provides premium convenience inside the

units. Each unit is fully furnished with a sofa, coffee table, side chair, couch, end table, and entertainment center. The kitchen includes plenty of cabinets and counter space.

There are even four barstools included along with a snack counter and/or dining table. Appliances include a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and garbage disposal.

Each unit also includes a full-size washer and dryer, premium cable TV package, and high-speed Internet….as college students, these are three essentials needed to survive.

No more trekking from building to building to do laundry, now it’s right in the convenience of your home. Internet is a must as a college student, and each of Meadows Crossing’s apartments provides one of the fastest Internet services and most comprehensive cable TV packages, free of cost to tenants!

How convenient is that?!

When it comes down to it, Meadows Crossing is the epitome of the word convenience! With tons of amazing amenities, a party store, food, and entertainment, there’s plenty of reasons to live at Meadows Crossing!

Privacy If any of you have ever shared a room, whether it was with a sibling, roommate, or significant oth-

er, you know that it is not all that it is cracked up to be. That is why Meadows Crossing has created an amazing private environment, where students can get away for awhile to study and relax without any interruptions. Each bedroom has a full-size bed with headboard, nightstand, dresser, personal desk and chair. Not only does each tenant have their own bedroom, but they also have their own bathroom! Sharing a bathroom with three other people is never fun… ever. Meadows Crossing allows for students to feel as though they almost have their own apartment within an apartment. Meadows Crossing leases are all individually based, which means you don’t have to worry if your roommate forgets to pay rent. It really can’t get any better than that!

Meadows Crossing is an upscale GVSU apartment community that takes everything a college student could ever need and puts it all into one convenient place at the corner of 48th Avenue and West Campus Drive. With the combination of location, convenience, and privacy, Meadows Crossing creates the environment that all college students want and need. All in all, Meadows Crossing really is “the place to be.”

Campus View complete with new renovations

By Derek Wolff GVL Senior Reporter

While Campus View Apartments and Townhouses offers the closest off-campus housing for Grand Valley State University students, there is much more to love than just its proximity.

If a walk doesn’t suit your needs, a Rapid 48 bus runs from Campus View to campus every 7 minutes. If you can’t catch the Rapid, Campus View has its own bus, which transports students to the Kirkhof Center during weekdays from 7:45 a.m. to noon.

To combat the summer heat, the complex has added a brand new pool complete with a hot tub for tenants living there for the 2011-12 school year.

The Off-Kirk, located at the front of the complex, contains all the typical college student would need to satisfy their exercise and entertainment needs, and more. Open 24/7 to tenants, the Off-Kirk contains a fullsized basketball court with a volleyball net, tanning booths, an exercise room with several treadmills and elliptical machines, a study lounge, a game room with ping-pong and pool tables and a movie room with a projector screen and surround sound.

A big screen TV,

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Incentive benefits: Campus View offers its residents with its own recreation center, the “Off-Kirk,” and a private bus service to the Kirkhof Center.

complete with XBOX-Live, will satisfy any gamers, with a multitude of the latest games available at the help desk.

While Campus View offers a wide array of activities within the OffKirk, there are many affordable living options

as well. Studio, onebedroom and two-bedroom apartments are available starting at only $280 per person, per month.

If a townhouse better suits your needs, Campus View has five different options, ranging from two bedrooms and one-and-

a-half bathrooms to four bedrooms and four-anda-half bathrooms. Prices start at just $305 per person per month, while the popular four-bedroom, two bathroom units start at $340 per person per month.

Campus View provides its residents in both the

apartments and townhouses with free high speed Internet and basic cable, recycling, access to the Off-Kirk and admission to the pool.

Most importantly, Campus View has provided quality housing and amenities for GVSU students for over 20 years,

representative Lynn Gardner said.

“It’s family owned and we try to make it friendly,” Gardner said. “We’re very attentive to student needs and have been for over 20 years. We really care about the kids.”

The two-story townhouses come with the option of being fully furnished, while a microwave, refrigerator dishwasher and garbage disposal come standard. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious are offer room for comfortable living space.

Some townhomes offer optional garages that can be used for summer storage.

While most other off-campus apartment complexes are not flexible in their leasing procedures or maintenance, Campus View excels in both.

At other complexes, 12-month leases are standard, leaving students to make a tough decision between paying three to four months rent to not live there or not go home to see friends and family at all. But Campus View offers three-, nine- and 12-month leases.

For more information on signing up for a apartment or townhouse today, visit www.campusviewhousing. com. dwolff@lanthorn.com