Students and leasing consultants alike agree that rent is not affordable for college students. Photo by Matt Siciliano-Salazar | The Signal
The 2021-22 school year’s leasing season is about to begin. According to Rent.com, the busiest renting and moving period occurs between May and September. Moving can bring feelings of excitement, change and stress, especially when concerning college students.
Off-campus student living is a popular option for college students around the country. According to a survey from Multifamily Executive, 80% of 7,000 participating students live in off-campus housing.
With such a high demand for apartments, affordable rent is hard for students to find, especially in Atlanta. Several parts of the city are undergoing gentrification and modernization, which results in skyrocketing rents that most young students cannot afford.