Off-Campus Housing Fair

The Off-Campus Housing Fair helps BGSU students explore housing options and prepare for life beyond the residence halls. Each fall, students can connect directly with local landlords, apartment complexes, property managers, community organizations and representatives from the city of Bowling Green—all in one place.

Things to consider

Who should attend the Off-Campus Housing Fair?
Whether you’re ready to move off campus or just starting to explore your options, this event offers practical information about leasing, budgeting and neighborhood living. BGSU departments will also be available to share resources and answer questions about transitioning from on-campus to off-campus housing.

Why should I attend the Off-Campus Housing Fair?
Students planning to live on campus next year will begin the housing selection process early in the spring semester. That’s also the ideal time for students moving off campus to start securing their housing for the following academic year. Attending the Housing Fair each fall ensures you’re prepared and have plenty of time to make confident housing decisions.

Questions
For questions or more information, please email Ana Brown, Community and Parent and Family Connections Senior Liaison at acbrown@bgsu.edu.

To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.

Things to consider to prepare for the Off-Campus Housing Fair

Costs

  • How much is the rent?
    • What is included in the rent (utilities, high-speed internet/Wi-Fi)?
    • What am I directly responsible for? Are the contracts as a group, or is each person responsible for their own contract?
  • How much is the security deposit?
    • What does it include?

  • Is there an additional fee for pets?

  • Can I go month-to-month at the end of the lease? Is the cost different than my usual rent?

Location

  • How close or far from campus is it (walking)? How close or far from campus is it (driving)?
  • Is there a shuttle? Is it free?
  • Is it close to a BGSU shuttle stop?

Amenities

  • What amenities are available (pool, fitness center, computer lab/printing, clubhouse)?
    • Is there an additional charge for them?

Parking

  • Is parking included in my rent?
  • Is there assigned parking for tenants?
  • Is guest parking available?

Laundry

  • Is there a washer/dryer or W/D hookups in the apartment?
  • Is there laundry in my building or on-site? Is it included in my rent? If no, how much does it cost?

Maintenance

  • Am I responsible for maintenance outside the house/apartment (snow removal, lawn care, etc.)?

Smoking

  • Is smoking/e-cigarettes/legal substances/vaping allowed?

Renewal

  • Am I able to renew my lease without moving out?
  • How much notice is required for renewal/non-renewal?

Updated: 10/17/2025 09:26AM