2020 Graduate and Professional Student Living Guide Roadmap: Graduate and Professional Student Living Guide

SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ...... 3

Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services (OCCSS)...... 4

OCCSS Resources...... 5

SECTION 2: NEIGHBORHOODS...... 6

Introduction...... 7

Neighborhood Details...... 8

Fast Facts and Community Features...... 8

SECTION 3: RENTAL TIMELINE AND TIPS ...... 17

Action Steps for Your Housing Search...... 18

Living in Columbus...... 20

Tips for First Time Renters...... 21

Off-Campus Housing Excellence Program...... 22

SECTION 4: PARTNERED AND FAMILY LIVING ...... 23

Childcare...... 24

Parks and Pets...... 25

Transportation...... 26

SECTION 5: GRADUATE STUDENT BUCKET LIST...... 27

2 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES SECTION 1 Introduction

3 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services is a resource center for all things off-campus living and commuting at The State University. Whether you’re not sure where to start looking for housing, want a free home walk-through, or need free safety devices for your home, we are here to support you.

Our mission is to serve off-campus and commuter students by collaborating with stakeholders and providing opportunities to foster involvement, civic engagement and student success to enhance the extraordinary student experience.

Stop By Our Office: Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services 3106 1739 N. High Street Columbus, OH 43210 Hours: Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Phone: 614-292-0100 Email: [email protected] Website: offcampus.osu.edu

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4 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES OUR RESOURCES The best place to start your rental search is right here at Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services!

HOUSING SEARCH A tool to explore a wide variety of housing options

OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING EXCELLENCE PROGRAM A safety and sustainability program for off-campus housing

ROOMMATE AND SUBLET SEARCH Ads to match compatible roommates

COMMUTER RESOURCES Refrigerators, microwaves, cabinets and space to store belongings in the Ohio Union

USG RENTER’S GUIDE Student feedback on area property managers

5 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES SECTION 2 Columbus Neighborhoods

6 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES Bethel Rd

Morse Rd

W Henderson Rd

E Cook Rd

CLINTONVILLE E Cook Rd

Kenny Rd

Highland Dr N High St

Karl Rd

Maize Rd

LINDEN Cleveland Ave Find us on the map!

3 E N Broadway OFF-CAMPUS AND

Olentangy River Rd COMMUTER STUDENT E Weber Rd

E Arcadia Ave SERVICES

E Hudson St offcampus.osu.edu 23 3106 Ohio Union 71 W Lane Ave 23 1739 North High St. UNIVERSITY DISTRICT Columbus, OH 43210

Kinnear Rd e Ohio State Off-Campus and University Commuter Student Services Chittenden Ave THE QUARRY

E 11th Ave WEINLAND thequarryapts.com PARK The Quarry 2550 Quarry Lake Drive E 5th Ave

Neil Ave Columbus, OH 43204 SHORT NORTH3 GRANDVIEW Village West ITALIAN Apartments VILLAGE Dublin Rd VILLAGE WEST Gooddale Blvd APARTMENTS

Taylor Ave KING LINCOLN villagewestaptsoh.com 33 62 884 Thurber Drive West DOWNTOWN Columbus, OH 43215 COLUMBUS FRANKLINTON E Main St 40 3 70

E Livingston Ave BREWERY GERMAN DISTRICT VILLAGE

W Mound St

S Champion Ave

71 Frebis Ave

Little Ave 7 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES

Brown Rd

Harmon Ave

Lockbourne Rd

Parsons Ave NEIGHBORHOOD TRAITS UNIVERSITY DISTRICT

The following icons represent traits of each neighborhood featured in this guide. NEIGHBORHOOD Where you see these icons, please take Young, vibrant community which surrounds note of the categories below. For even the Ohio State campus area. Many Ohio State more information on the neighborhoods of students choose to live and enjoy in the Columbus, visit Experience Columbus. University District, Columbus’ most densely- populated neighborhood.

LOCAL CULTURE Gateway Film Center, , NEIGHBORHOOD Wexner Center for the Arts, and a plethora of restaurant options are available within close distance of the Ohio Union.

LOCAL CULTURE COMMUTE Only a 5-minute walk from campus

COMMUTE STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES Non-profit legal resource and representation for Ohio State students. KEY LOCATION Campus Commute: 4-minute walk

8 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES ARENA DISTRICT

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD Lively sports culture, home to the Historic neighborhood featuring and Columbus restored architecture with German Clippers with abundant nightlife and and Italian styling. Located just social hotspots in close proximity to south of downtown Columbus, this downtown Columbus. neighborhood has experienced development of local businesses in a LOCAL CULTURE renewed effort to foster community. Lively sports culture with various hockey and baseball-themed social scenes, LOCAL CULTURE nightlife, and the , Central Theater and arts, immersive wineries, Ohio’s historic public market since 1876, local artist showcases, and the with unique gifts, fresh prepared foods, expansive Scioto Audobon Metro Park and regional produce. with hiking, fishing, and dog parks.

COMMUTE COMMUTE 9-minute drive 12-minute drive 17-minute commute by bus/COTA 35-minute commute by bus/COTA

9 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES LIVE. RELAX. ENJOY.

STUDIO, ONE, TWO, AND THREE BEDROOM APARTMENTS Five minutes from OSU, Wexner, and Nationwide, 2 swimming pools, 2 clubhouses, 2 fitness centers, 2 bark parks for your furry friends, basketball and volleyball courts.

2550 QUARRY LAKE DRIVE 10COLUMBUS, OH 43204 QUARRYCOLUMBUS.COM 6144867600OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES CLINTONVILLE FRANKLINTON

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD Tightknit neighborhood with a family- Strong sense of community with a friendly atmosphere and regular focus on inclusive events, locally-owned community events. Clintonville is located establishments to dine and study, and directly north of Ohio State’s campus and an increasingly pedestrian-friendly is home to a wide variety of living options. landscape featuring gorgeous displays of nature and arts. LOCAL CULTURE Regular farmers’ markets are organized LOCAL CULTURE with neighborhood vendors in this area Family-owned grocery markets; a which emphasizes local business through monthly celebration of arts, science, and cozy restaurants and shops. community; Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and the Franklin COMMUTE Park Adventure Center. 13-minute drive 20-minute by bus/COTA COMMUTE 9-minute drive 17-minute commute by bus/COTA

11 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES studentlegal.osu.edu

614.247.5853 20 E. 11th Ave.

off-campus housing traffic offenses criminal misdemeanors victim assistance credit & debt issues name change for contract review dissolutions consumer transactions power of attorney contract drafting wills, notary immigration & naturalization & much more

ohiostatesls SLSatOSU ohiostatesls Madison Park

Kendall Park

ON CAMPUS OR OFF, WE HAVE YOU COVERED!

PREFERRED LIVING LIVE WELL

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD Comfortable neighborhood known for Suburb popular with families and young charming brick homes, German culture professionals, located southwest of and architecture, and eccentric local Ohio State’s campus near the Wexner businesses and galleries. Medical Center.

LOCAL CULTURE LOCAL CULTURE Coffee shops, public parks, dining and Home to family-friendly community entertainment venues in a walkable events, popular restaurants, boutiques setting in the heart of downtown and a walkable downtown area. Columbus. COMMUTE COMMUTE 11-minute drive 13-minute drive 22-minute by bus/COTA 33-minute by bus/COTA THE QUARRY thequarryapts.com 2550 Quarry Lake Drive Columbus, OH 43204

13 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES KING-LINCOLN

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD A creative neighborhood with a variety Located northeast of the Ohio State of restaurants and entertainment, University, Linden offers both mainstream notable for its community efforts and local options for entertainment and to preserve and celebrate African dining. American history and culture. LOCAL CULTURE LOCAL CULTURE Community recreation centers, public King Arts Complex, public libraries, parks, and a variety of residential options parks, and the beautifully restored for Columbus community members. King-Lincoln Theatre. COMMUTE COMMUTE 12-minute drive 10-minute drive 27-minute by bus/COTA 27-min by bus/COTA

14 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES SHORT NORTH

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD Historic neighborhood with Italian, A popular neighborhood for upscale Victorian, and Queen Anne style homes dining, shopping, and art, frequented by southeast of downtown Columbus in young professionals and tourists alike, proximity to Nationwide Children’s located just south of the Ohio State Hospital. University.

LOCAL CULTURE LOCAL CULTURE Home to Olde Towne East Art District, Home to many of Columbus’ most popular local taverns, community recreations restaurants, galleries, cafes, and a lively centers, and parks. nightlife.

COMMUTE COMMUTE 10-minute drive 26-minute walk 30-minute by bus/COTA 7-minute drive 12-minute by bus/COTA

15 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES VICTORIAN VILLAGE

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD Victorian-style neighborhood built Modern neighborhood full of urban with an appealingly urban and historic entertainment, local business, and culture. culture. LOCAL CULTURE LOCAL CULTURE Weinland Park, Schoenbaum Family Center, The landmark Goodale and Thompson book shops, and large amounts of dining parks, local dining options, and the options all within close proximity of campus. Columbus Aquatic Center. COMMUTE COMMUTE 16-minute walk 28-minute walk 3-minute drive 8-minute drive 10-minute by bus/COTA 10-minute by bus/COTA

VILLAGE WEST APARTMENTS villagewestaptsoh.com 884 Thurber Drive , OH 43215

16 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES SECTION 3 Rental Timeline and Tips

17 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES ACTION STEPS FOR YOUR HOUSING SEARCH

As a graduate or professional student, not only are you taking an important step in your career, but you are also becoming a part of a new community. Creating a personal timeline and checklist of important tasks will support you as you choose the best home and neighborhood for you.

February – July: Congratulations! You have accepted the offer to attend The . You have the next few months to research your housing options.

• Create a list of your wants and needs in a home and neighborhood • Browse Ohio State’s housing search • Search for potential roommates from other graduate and professional programs • Ask current graduate students about their process – their neighborhood, their property managers, and their overall experience • Research Columbus neighborhoods to find a neighborhood that fits your needs • Prepare a list of questions to ask property managers when visiting properties • Contact property managers directly to set up visits. If you are not in the area, you may ask a current student to visit on your behalf. • Finalize your lease agreement

18 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES ACTION STEPS FOR YOUR HOUSING SEARCH (CONTINUED)

July – August: It’s time to move into your new home. Consider taking the following steps to ensure a comfortable move.

• Take detailed photos of the unit before you move in any items and send them to your property manager. You can refer to them at the end of your lease to compare charges in the security deposit. • Test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Contact your property manager to replace any expired batteries or detectors. • Schedule a lease review with Student Legal Services • If you live in the University District, schedule a home walk-through • Set up your utilities accounts • Introduce yourself to your neighbors

After August: You’re now a member of the Columbus community! Check out the rest of the guide to learn more about how you can have a safe, positive experience as a graduate or professional student at The Ohio State University.

19 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES COLUMBUS LIVING COTA City Parking Being a member of the Columbus All Ohio State students are eligible The City of Columbus offers community means being engaged to ride COTA using their BuckID. permit parking zones to prioritize with not only your Ohio State network, Download the Transit App for real- neighborhood parking. but also with your neighborhood. time bus tracking. Below are a few ways:

Columbus Neighborhood Walking MyColumbus App Maps The MyColumbus App provides The City of Columbus offers maps access to city resources, including to help you identify where to walk in COTA bus schedules, service center your neighborhood. submissions, trash and recycling notifications, and much more.

20 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES TIPS FOR FIRST TIME RENTERS

Understanding your Paying Rent Budgeting Lease Agreement Property management companies will When budgeting, consider costs The lease agreement will explain the typically require you to pay your rent aside from rent, such as the security details of your specific relationship and fees using a check or through deposit, parking fees, utility costs, and with your property manager. online payment. You should not furniture. Make a free appointment Completing a lease review with pay your property manager in cash with a financial coach at Scarlet and Student Legal Services will outline the because there will not be appropriate Gray Financial. rights and responsibilities of a tenant record of your payment. and property manager. Property managers expect you to pay rent by the agreed upon date. Late Tracking Damages payment will often result in additional The security deposit serves as your fees or even eviction. property manager’s way to pay for any damages of the property at the Roommates end of the lease term. In order to Communicating expectations with ensure that you are charged only for your roommate(s) at the beginning damages that you create, take photos of your lease term can prevent of any damages that exist when you misunderstandings in the future. arrive to the property. Communicate Check out Student Legal Services’ those damages at the beginning of Roommate Agreement Template. your lease term so that your property manager can resolve them.

21 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING EXCELLENCE PROGRAM

The Off-Campus Housing Excellence Free Home Walk-Throughs Benefits of a Home Walk-through: Program is an initiative of The Ohio Any Ohio State student living in • Free educational walk-through State University’s Office of Student the University District can request • Q&A with home walk-through team Life in partnership with the Columbus a free 20-minute home walk- Division of Fire. The program is a through. A representative from • Free safety devices, smoke alarm comprehensive effort to facilitate the Office of Student Life and a batteries, and carbon monoxide education and action toward safety, member of Columbus Division of detectors security, and sustainability in the Fire meets students at their homes • Personalized report with University District. for a personalized educational walk- recommendations to improve through. safety, security, and sustainability at home

22 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES SECTION 4 Partnered and Family Living

23 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES CHILDCARE

The Ohio State University Child Care Program Infants through kindergarteners Two Locations: • Ackerman Road (725 Ackerman Rd.) • Buckeye Village (2724 Defiance Dr.)

Office of Diversity and Inclusion Student Parent Resources The Office of Diversity and Inclusion provides a number of resources to ensure that students who are parents have access to an Ohio State education.

The Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) Program CCAMPIS supports the participation of low-income parents in postsecondary education through the provision of quality licensed, nationally accredited campus or community childcare services for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. • Provides you with priority scheduling so you can schedule classes at the times needed allowing you to take care of classes and studying during the day so you can be a full-time parent when you go home.

24 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES PARKS AND PETS

Parks Pets and Pet Adoption City of Columbus provides resources • Whetstone Park of Roses for adopting and licensing pets. • Scioto Audubon Metro Park • Pet-Friendly Housing • And more! Some property managers choose to allow pets, but typically require a non- refundable pet deposit and a monthly pet fee. Some pet-friendly housing will have breed restrictions for certain dogs that will be stated in the lease agreement.

Service and Emotional Support Animals For questions about living with service animals or emotional support animals in Columbus, check out the following resources: Counseling and Consultation Services Disability Services Student Legal Services

25 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES TRANSPORTATION

BUSES BIKES AND SCOOTERS CARS

Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) COGO Bike Share CampusParc Provides bus service through the 600+ bikes available in this public CampusParc operates The Ohio State Greater Columbus area ever 15 transportation system featuring University’s parking system, including minutes, all-day, 7 days a week over 70 stations and 24-hour daily management of the permit system, availability parking enforcement, customer service, motorist assistance, event CBUS parking management, and parking Restaurants and shops in the hottest Scooters facility maintenance, including major Columbus neighborhoods are Electric scooters are available for renovations accessible via CBUS, COTA’s free use by pedestrians with mobile app circulating service support, providing dock-free mobility that can be found on The Ohio State Lyft Ride Smart University’s campus or in downtown Lyft Ride Smart at Ohio State offers AIRCONNECT Columbus eligible students discounted rides, John Glenn Columbus airport is easily inside the university-designated reached by AIRCONNECT’s downtown service area, from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. connector, circulating every 30 minutes City Parking Large portions of the Columbus city The (CABS) parking can be accessed and paid Free transit service provided by The for using the ParkColumbus mobile Ohio State University Transportation app, available for free on all major and Traffic Management platforms

26 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES SECTION 5 Graduate Student Bucket List

27 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES GET TO KNOW COLUMBUS

There is so much to do and explore in Columbus. Here’s a bucket list of fun activities to do before you graduate:

☐ Attend an Ohio State athletics ☐ Attend a film festival at Gateway Add Your Own List Items! event. Go Buckeyes! Film Center ☐ Visit and eat at the North Market ☐ See a concert at Schottenstein ☐ ☐ Complete the Columbus Coffee Center ☐ Experience and get a free t-shirt ☐ Check out Columbus Sports: ☐ or mug attend a Clippers, Crew or Blue ☐ Visit Arts District Jackets Game and explore local businesses ☐ Visit Franklin Park Conservatory ☐ Attend a festival at Bicentennial and Botanical Gardens Park ☐ See a show at the Ohio Theater ☐ Check out Scioto Mile on the riverfront

28 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE | OFF-CAMPUS AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES Student Life Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services 3106 Ohio Union 1739 N. High Street Columbus, OH 43210

Hours: Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Phone: 614-292-0100 Email: [email protected] Website: offcampus.osu.edu

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