Do you have some tips for students on housing searches? Do you have any tips you would like to share? We welcome you to share them with us. Email your tips to: ocho@suffolk.edu.

Housing search

• Give yourself two to three months for a housing search.
• Visit our office to find out what resources are available.
• Decide your budget and what neighborhoods you want to live.
• Visit neighborhoods by day and by night before taking up an apartment.
• You can save money if you share an apartment with roommates.

Safety Tips

Living in a Boston apartment can create certain issues of security. By becoming more conscious, exercising common sense, and taking precautionary measures you improve your chances of remaining safe.

• Trust your instincts. They are the most reliable guides.
• Always lock your apartment door even when you are home.
• Never open your door to anyone you don’t know - ask for ID.
• Never leave your valuables in plain view.
• Always lock your car and/or bicycle.
• Keep windows locked when you are not home or sleeping.
• Keep emergency numbers by the phone or refrigerator.
• Know your neighbors. Choose someone in case of emergency.
• When walking, stay in a well-lit area and know where you’re going.
• Avoid traveling alone, if possible. Be aware, confident and cautious.
• Utilize Suffolk University’s Escort Program:

A University Police and/or Security Officer will provide walking escorts to and from any building owned, used or occupied by Suffolk University. Escort services are also available from any campus building to the entrance of the Park Street MBTA station, Charles River Parking Garage, Staniford Street Parking Garage, Center Plaza Parking Garage, and Government Center MBTA station.

To request a walking escort, call in advance, 617-573-8333, and a uniformed officer will meet you at a designated location.