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Thinking About Renting Off Campus Next Fall?

October 28, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Lease, Moving-In, Searching, Tips
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It’s never too late, but it can be too early! Now is the time to assess your current circumstances and think about what you need next. Remember: – You’re in control as a tenant. Don’t let any landlord pressure you… Read More

Follow Up Letter Resources

August 16, 2021Citations/Fines, City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Legal Assistance, Neighbors and the Neighborhood, Ordinances, Parties, Student-Tenant News, Tips

The Off Campus Resource Center is located on the ground floor of the Union, room EG42. You can also sign up for our e-newsletter, follow us on social media, and more to stay in the loop about things students who live off-campus need to know…. Read More

New Scooter Trips Prohibited in Downtown

August 11, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Transportation, Uncategorized

City resolution requires Zone 1 ‘pause’ after excess of trips on sidewalk Beginning Tuesday, August 3, 2021, scooter companies (operators) participating in the 2021 City of Milwaukee Pilot Study will be prohibited from deploying or allowing new trip starts in… Read More

Local Moving Companies

May 6, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Moving-Out

Moving in or Moving out? Check out these Moving Companies to help making your move easier! All moving companies listed are local with overall positive reviews from past customers. The Neighborhood Housing Office is not affiliated with any of these… Read More

Project Clean and Green 2021

April 15, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Moving-Out, Trash/Recycling

City of Milwaukee Project Clean & Green Begins Monday, April 12, 2021! Citywide program runs April 12 –May 21 with a different collection zone each week The annual program that provides free bulky item collection for residents begins Monday. The… Read More

PantherCycle

April 9, 2021Citations/Fines, City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Moving-In, Moving-Out, Tips, Trash/Recycling

Sign up to volunteer for Move-Out sorting and the PantherCycle Free Store! If you are having issues submitting the answers to join PantherCycle, please contact the PantherCycle admin team at panthercycle-group@uwm.edu. PantherCycle is an opportunity for students living on and… Read More

What should I look for in lease?

March 10, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Lease

The name and address of the landlord and tenant(s) The address of the rental property Where to send the rent The agreed upon monthly rent amount, with or without utilities (be specific – Heat? Water? Parking? Cable/Internet?) When the rent… Read More

Where do students live?

March 4, 2021Available Rentals, City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Moving-In, Neighbors and the Neighborhood, Searching, Showings, Tips

1 mile from UWM Kenwood campus 6,000-10,000 students live within 1 miles of campus at 3,080 addresses 1 mile radius: 3,080 addresses (40%) Less than 40 minute walk Less than 15 minute bus ride Less than 10 minute drive Includes… Read More

Which landlords participate in the Good Neighbor Program?

February 25, 2021Good Neighbor Program

The following table indicates which landlords participate in the Good Neighbor Program.

How do I use Financial Aid to cover rental expenses?

February 18, 2021Financial Aid, Frequently Asked Questions, Paying Bills & Rent, Utilities

Many students use financial aid, whether it be scholarships, grants, or loans to help pay expenses they have while attending college. Any aid you receive will first be used to cover university charges. If you receive more aid than what… Read More

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