convenience

Convenience is an important consideration for students who are apartment-hunting. College students want to be close to campus but also want access to the nearby restaurants and stores. Folks in the midst of their youth want to be where the action is, and Apartment complexes on Gorman St. such as Rhynes Gate, and University Commons are all within a mile of campus and just minutes away from Interstate 40 and the beltline. They are also around the corner from Western Blvd., which is home to many restaurants and a Food Lion. All three are on the Wolfline, NCSU's bus transportation system that brings many students to campus.

Students who frequent Centennial Campus may want to consider Champion Court or Ivy Commons. Both are less than a mile away from NCSU's new, modern jewel off of Avent Ferry. Both are also down the road from Mission Valley Shopping Center and close to Pullen Park. Both complexes are also on the Wolfline.

There are also lots of townhouses on the other side Hillsborough St., just north of campus. These may be a little more expensive, but their location is central to the price. Cameron Village shopping center is close by and downtown Raleigh is just a few blocks away.

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