48 West Blog

Vacations are something that most of us look forward to all year long. We long for the opportunity to rest and recharge. Still, concerns for your apartment’s security can put a damper on your vacation ...

Still undecided on GVSU student housing? Here are some reasons why you should consider living off campus instead of in the student halls.

The freedom that living in an apartment brings is certainly hard to ignore. But when it comes time to move away for college, many students have a difficult time deciding on ...

Like accepting an offer from a college or starting a relationship, renting an apartment is a big commitment. Once you sign a contract, you’re responsible for 12 monthly payments, unless you ...

Keeping your apartment clean can feel like a monumental task. If it’s been a while since your last cleaning, it can be hard to know ...

Moving into your first college apartment is an exciting and daunting process. Uprooting and moving, no matter the distance, is a common experience college students ...

Credit scores are a factor that most — if not all — landlords consider when reviewing tenants’ applications for ...

Finding your dream apartment is not an art or a science — it’s a combination of the two. Apartment hunting is 50 percent hard work ...

Whether to rent “by the bed” or “by the apartment” is a key question many students must consider while searching for apartments in Allendale. Each of ...

If you’re in the dark about which type of lighting your apartment needs, you’re not alone. When choosing this standard décor for off campus housing ...

There are a number of factors that comprise the overall cost of renting an apartment. Along with paying monthly installments, utility bills, and ...

Apartment living has its advantages, including being able to live with your furry companion. Sharing an apartment with a pet can be rewarding ...

Along with the location, amenities, and monthly payments, furnishings play a big role in determining your quality of life as a renter. Since 48 West offers ...

Home to Grand Valley State University (GVSU), Allendale, MI, is an exciting place with a lot to offer students. In this city, knowing ...

Along with a degree, students also seek new friendships while at college. One place these are forged is in student apartments near GVSU, where ...

In years past, off campus apartments were designed for functionality. As long as students had space to sleep, prepare meals, and study, the apartment served its purpose. But then students’ expectations of ...

Off campus housing has gone through a renaissance in recent years due to the addition of convenient and luxury amenities. When it came to student housing in the past, the concepts of “low-cost” and ...

The end of summer is moving season. Classes at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) will soon begin. On your schedule is a visit to the bookstore, and maybe the new-Lakers orientation, as well as ...

Residence halls were once the primary form of housing for students of Grand Valley State University (GVSU) in Allendale, MI. However, as students search for greater autonomy, they often ditch ...

Making the right choice regarding housing at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) can positively impact a student’s college experience. It can also be challenging because of the wide variety ...