North Campus

Close to Kerrytown and University Hospital
This part of campus has plenty of places to eat, drink, and socialize without ever needing to stray too far from university life. Some restaurants people enjoy include the Gandy Dancer for seafood lovers, the Northside Grill, which is a casual place serving American fare for breakfast and lunch, The Big Salad, where patrons get to build-their-own salads, and the Belly Deli if you are looking for a quick bite. If you are looking to enjoy a scenic stroll or run, there are a variety of options - Riverside Park, Bandemer Park, and Fuller Park. For those looking for hiking and biking trails, the nature preserve - Bluffs Nature Area - is the place to go.

North Campus provides the quiet, residential area that many renters are looking for while only being a short drive away from popular downtown nightlife options. Also, if you're a medical student, this neighborhood is in the heart of the 'White Coat Area'.
What North Campus Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
8.0
value
8.0
amenities
7.0
social
6.0
management
8.4
Median rents in North Campus
Studio
$
960
1 Bedroom
$
1,210
2 Bedroom
$
1,980

Living in
North Campus

Lots of Medical Students
Feels like an "Escape" from Campus
Easy Access to Buses
Great for Outdoors/Biking
Affordable Rent
'White Coat Area'
North Campus — 7.9/10 Rating (based on 193 neighborhood reviews)
Neighborhood is good, mostly suburban. There are a few businesses nearby that are convenient, and they are supposed to be opening more. The main downside is there is not any large grocery stores nearby. I walk or drive most places so I don't know how good the bus system is for this location.
It is a short walk to Kerrytown and then a little further to downtown AA. It is a great walk to the hospital, so if you work there you won't have to pay for their parking. If you like nature there are a few close by nature designated areas of the Arboretum, Leslie Science Center, and the cascades at Argo Park are all walking distance. The area feels very safe.
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
Neighborhood is great! It is super close to the hospital and people are generally pretty friendly. It is right next to the river so you can hang out with people here as well. I will say it does get a little strange at night sometimes with people walking around so I wouldn't cross the river at night.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Love proximity to parks, the Huron River, AMTRAK station, and the Gandy Dancer.
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
Usually very quiet since it's highly populated by medical students/residents/people affiliated with the hospital. Neighborhood as a whole is not loud on weekends.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Location location location. White coat area is walkable, convenient, and safe. Can't really get any closer to med campus than this. Be aware though that this neighborhood is in a bit of a desert, you're about a mile from central campus / food / grocery and the walk is uphill almost the entire way.
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
I enjoy being near the river and close to walking trails!
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Riverhouse Condominiums
The neighborhood is quiet, safe, and well-maintained. There are tons of medical students around the white coat area, so it is easy to socialize and meet up with your peers. However, I wish there were more restaurant/cafe/store options nearby.
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Medical Center Court
I LOVE that it's right by Argo park with a beautiful lake and great walking/hiking/running trails. The nature around here is amazing! It's nearly the railroad which could be a downside for someone w/ sleeping problems but I had no problem. It's not Nielsen, but for this price, you won't find a better deal!
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707 Moore St
Great quieter area very close to the hospital, and close to many other med students. It’s a more peaceful area that’s a tad farther from downtown, but for someone who likes a quieter space to study or nice spaces to walk and hang out with friends, white coat area is right by the river and Island Drive Park, and there are often med student social events held at White Coat Area because so many medical students choose to live here.
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Island Drive Apartments
River House has a good location due to its proximity to several bus lines, but it's especially nice if you have a car. Island Park is right across the street, so this is a good complex for parents or cat owners/bird watchers (sadly dogs aren't allowed). It also makes for nice views if your unit is facing the river. One downside to being near forest is that we get the occasional spider, plus invasive stinkbugs in the spring and fall - but this might just be due to my unit's old windows. The area is also safe and quiet - there's a lot of couples, families, and grad students living here.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
I personally really like North Campus, although it is farther away from downtown and the law school. There are several restaurants right near my apartment complex and the commute to school is very easy. I also find the lack of nightlife a plus, because it means the neighborhood is a lot quieter and safer than other areas of Ann Arbor.
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Willowtree Apartments
Students that flock to North Campus include engineers, medical students, architects, & more.

Rents seem more affordable. There is a grocery store 1 mile away (Kroger). It's quiter (we don't hear undergrad parties). There are fewer Rossers but I'm right across river from Kerry Town so it's not far too find some!
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1326 Traver Rd. Apt. 1
Ann Arbor is a pretty safe town at baseline, but the White Coat Area is definitely among the quieter parts. Close to the hospital so ideal for Nursing/Medical/Public Health/PhD students. Walk-able to areas of nightlife: ~15-20 minute walk to South U/State Street and ~20-30 min walk to Main Street. Car strongly recommended as the closest grocery store is ~1.5 miles away. There is a bus stop nearby on Maiden Lane otherwise.
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Island Drive Apartments
The white coat area is great for medical students. Proximity to the hospital and school is ideal, as well as being surrounded by many of your colleagues. Parking is typically included with most apartments in the white coat area (although usually just 1 or 2 cars), and a car is usually desirable to have since grocery stores are not really within reasonable walking distance. The farmer's market in Kerrytown is just a mile away which makes for a nice walk on Saturday mornings and anytime you feel like being closer to main campus, it really isn't hard to hop on a bus and get to the diag or stadium.
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Medical Center Court
I like the northside, great to walk around, great nature access. Hard to walk to any retail or restaurants so that kinda sucks, but easy with a bike so I don't always have to drive.
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Traver Crossing
It’s convenient living close to the hospital but there is no real sense of community here. Landlords also know they can charge extra and get your financial aid
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Medical Center Court
North Campus is the place to be!! Lots of trails and nature for walking, NCRB gym nearby, grocery stores, gas, food, and more. Mostly graduate students up here so quieter but also within 10 min drive to downtown. There's always parking too.
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Parc Pointe Apts
Nielsen Square is in the thick of the "White Coat Area" where many medical professionals live. There isn't too much going on in the immediate area, however it is a short drive on Plymouth to a bunch of restaurants and grocery shopping.
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Nielsen Square
Relatively quiet neighborhood away from downtown and central campus. A lot of medical students live here. Great place to be active outdoors with nearby trails and sports facilities. Short uber to downtown Ann Arbor locations.
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Island Drive Apartments
Quiet area, lots of med students/residents around, easy to get to downtown. Traffic jams almost daily around evening rush hour. Nearest grocery store is a 7 minute drive. Awesome brunch spot within walking distance.
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Riverside Parkplace
Quiet and somewhat removed from hustle and bustle of central campus. Good food options close by (Cardamom=amazing Indian cusine) as well as plenty of fast/cheap options (pizza, sushi, fried chicken, panera, etc)
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Parc Pointe
Quiet area perfect for graduate students, couples, and families. Away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Ann Arbor but close to many of the great restaurants and parks on the northern edge of the city.
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1117 Pontiac Trail
It's roomier, quieter and more wooded up here. I enjoy the peace and quiet after the bustle of med campus. And I get to see a lot of wildlife and trees, which is important to my peace of mind.
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Northwood V
Located far enough away to feel like an "escape" from work/school (vs. White Coat) but close enough that the commute is not a hassle. Good amenities nearby, lots of outdoor opportunities.
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Traver Crossing
North campus is more quiet and forested than living downtown. Luckily, a short, free bus ride will get you to downtown in < 15 minutes. Best of both worlds.
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Northwood
Quiet, still engaged with campus life but removed enough to have some peace. Lots of shops and restaurants within walking distance or 5 min drives.
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Beekman on Broadway
Excellent neighborhood, downtown a short drive away, multiple restaurants and grocery stores on Plymouth Road also a short drive away
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Medical Center Court
North campus is incredibly safe and has spacious sidewalks with fantastic lighting - perfect for moonlit walk with the family
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Northwood
Lots of other medical students close by! Easy to get to running/walking paths (B2B, Cedar Woods, Arb all close).
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Great neighborhood to walk around all year round; safe, interesting homes and yards, and wildlife all year.
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Shoreview Apartments
Great for medical students, getting to class, working in the hospital, being around other medical students.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Everyone I have meet in the area around Beekman is very friendly and always looking to meet new people
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Beekman on Broadway
As a UMICH student it is not exactly near central campus, but it's still a good apartment complex to be at. It's not difficult to uber or catch a ride from one of my friends. There are some nice food places across the street and it's an easy walk away from Kerrytown! It's definitely easier to be a student here during the pandemic.
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Beekman on Broadway
There is not much to do in the neighborhood but there is easy access to central campus from Beekman
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Beekman on Broadway
There are nice views and a park nearby. There are several nice stores in walking distance.
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Beekman on Broadway
The neighborhood is nice and quiet with a few nearby parks and essential stores.
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Beekman on Broadway
Quiet and scenic, but not far from the bustling streets of downtown Ann Arbor.
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Beekman on Broadway
Perfect location relative to the hospital and safe and quiet environment.
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Island Drive Apartments
It’s a calm neighbourhood with great parks to roam around during summer
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Island Drive Apartments
Quiet, safe, lots of nature, lots of professional students
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Medical Center Court
I think this neighborhood is super safe and friendly.
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Beekman on Broadway
pros:
- close to the med school
- close to friends and other med students
- more affordable area and nicer housing (with air conditioning) compared Kerrytown cons: - 20 minute walk to downtown - not many restaurants or coffee shops nearby :(
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Nielson Square Condos
Very close to nearby food options including restaurants and grocery stores. Also have access to public transportation with both the Ann Arbor
City buses and the Michigan blue busses. It is not within reasonable walking distance to the hospital.
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Upland Green
Overall feels safe during the day and at night, but can feel somewhat unsafe in the evening in the dark.
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1216 Broadway St
For the most part, it feels safe. Only a 15 minute walk to downtown, so it's still very convenient, and not as pricey as other neighborhoods. However, the streets are rather dimly lit at night.
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Shoreview Apartments
Not much going on up here, very quiet. Very close walk to the hospital and med school.
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Riverside Parkplace
Neighborhood is quiet, grocery stores are nearby, and there are some restaurants; however, it does feel like you are in a completely different town than Ann Arbor at times.
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Northwood
Right near the hospital, just not easy access to coffee, groceries etc
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Nielson Square Condos
Great place to live if you have a car, not much food/shopping walking distance, but Plymouth Rd. is very close by. Very convenient for walking to school.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
It's nice to live close to the medical school and my classmates. Easy to get to the highway, groceries, gas stations without too much traffic.
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Nielsen Square
Living in the white coat area is a huge plus socially and logistically. There’s always someone to walk with you to and from the library.
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Island Drive Apartments
Very safe and clean neighborhood with easy access to parks, kerrytown, downtown, and to the medical center. Everything is walkable!
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Riverhouse Condominiums
There are lots of parks and even a public pool close by, but it is about a 20 minute walk to get to cafes and restaurants.
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Island Drive Apartments
A quiet, peaceful neighborhood. You might be able to befriend neighbors, but it's not a particularly social street.
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1556 Jones Dr
Trails in the woods nearby, and close walking distance to quiet neighborhood streets for walking and jogging.
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Northwood
See previous review - I like this neighborhood. It is quiet and nice to be removed from central campus.
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Shoreview
Easy walk to the river, Northside Cafe and downtown.

Need a car for easy grocery store access.
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Medical Center Court
This neighborhood is great for its proximity to the med school/hospital; however, if you are looking for more of a downtown AA vibe with restaurants/coffeeshops/other activities in walking distance, this isn't it. There are a couple eateries nearby, but generally, you have to walk about 15-20 minutes to get to Kerrytown/downtown AA or drive places. Otherwise, the community feels very safe, is well-lit, and management is very responsive. It is also extremely close to the Huron River and pretty parks for those who like to walk/run/bike.
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Medical Center Court
Everyone we've met is very nice. Since it's a family community, people tend to keep to themselves.
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Northwood
Neighborhood is very secure but not the closest to central campus & the downtown areas
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Neighborhood is good. Within close driving distance to a supermarket for groceries.
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Island Drive Apartments
White coat is a good place to live. Very convenient, and quiet.
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Medical Center Court
Not much in the immediate vicinity, expect for the hospital...
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Medical Center Court
University housing. Quiet and beautiful neighborhood.
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Northwood
A little far from central campus, but a great area.
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Beekman on Broadway
I love the peace and quiet of the North Campus, I just wish there are more food outlets and more coffee shops around. It feels a bit dead at night, and for us at Taubman getting a late snack becomes challenging.
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Traver Ridge Apartments
It's very close to the hospital which is great but it's a poor-lit area (not a lot of street lights) which can make it daunting to walk home alone at night. That said it's very safe.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
As a college student, the location is far from where everything is going on. Although it would be perfect for someone at the Medical School, it is not the best location for us.
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Beekman on Broadway
Great if you need to get to medical campus and is very close to Kerrytown - need a car to get groceries or get to central campus especially in the winter
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Beekman on Broadway
As an undergraduate student, the location is not the best, but it is still very close to Kerrytown and only a short walk to downtown Ann Arbor.
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Beekman on Broadway
Could use more food/commercial establishments in walking distance - will be building shopping center at some point near Kellogg eye center
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Nielsen Square
Love the proximity to parks and the hospital, but I don't love how far it is from the downtown (which does not matter so much in COVID).
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Nielsen Square
White Coat is great for your first year. I liked living close to so many friends. Might move out for M2, but it was awesome for M1.
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Medical Center Court
Not much other housing close by so the apartments feel a little isolated but a short distance from central campus and restaurants.
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Beekman on Broadway
Walkable to the hospital and medical school, which is great. A little far from downtown but definitely walkable to Kerrytown
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Medical Center Court
Close to groceries, gyms, and other amenities. Easy to get to the hospital while not having to live in the white coat area.
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Traver Crossing
Neighborhood is okay, not too much around Beekman, but downtown Ann Arbor is about a 25 min walk or a quick bus ride.
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Beekman on Broadway
Quiet, safe neighborhood and friendly neighbors.
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Traver Crossing
Cute neighborhood
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Beekman on Broadway
The neighborhood is safe and a good location.
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A bit quiet. The dog park nearby is very nice.
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Very quiet and peaceful environment
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Island Drive Apartments
It’s very safe and close to the hospital, but kinda far from downtown and bars and a restaurants
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Island Drive Apartments
a little lacking on night acitivity, but close enough to get to where action is
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Island Drive Apartments
Mix of medical students, graduate students, and community members. Quiet.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Easy 10min walk to hospital. Not many shops/restaurants close by though.
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Nielsen Square
No issues with the neighborhood.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
generally pretty safe, close to the hospital
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Riverhouse Condominiums
not much going around here
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Beekman on Broadway
A bit far from campus but generally good location
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Not much around here that is walking distance
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Lots of med students, close to the hospital.
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Nielsen Square
Great!
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Nielsen Square
Close to hospital, easy commute to Ross.
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Riverside Parkplace
Mostly full of medical students
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Nielsen Square
Its quiet and typical of white coat area.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Quiet and safe
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Traver Crossing
If you want to be close to the hospital, then this is definitely the place for you! It is one of the more affordable areas that is within walking distance to the hospital and is close to many other medical students. There is a restaurant or two nearby, and the walk to Kerrytown (Farmer's market, small grocery store, etc.) is about 10-15 minutes. White coat is definitely a hike from the main downtown area.
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Riverside Parkplace
It is quiet and removed from the downtown area, which can be a plus and a minus. I personally find it nice to be able to concentrate and study. It is also convenient to be living with many other med students in White Coat and be close to the medicals school building.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Neighborhood is great! North campus is filled with beautiful trees, walking trails, and is close to everything! Close to gym, gas station, lots of food options, grocery store.
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Parc Pointe Apartments
Neighborhood is located near residential homes and other student housing. This provides a quiet and safe zone. Nearby streets are well lit and commuter friendly.
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
Close access to running trails with a great neighborhood feel.
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Shoreview
Super tight knit w/ lots of medical school friends
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Nielson Square Condos
I have lived in A2 for going on 14 years, it is sort of like having a friend, even when you are alone.

Me and a friend and her dog visit neighborhood parks.

That dog met the caged bald eagle at Leslie Science Center.. and twang!
To the end of his leash! The eagle looked at him like he was the most delicious thing he's seen all Winter. We just trudged thru the snow to view the cages, (both eagle and dog are ok)
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Beekman on Broadway
The neighborhood is very quiet, but there are often people out walking around and people are very friendly. There aren't a ton of restaurants in walking distance, but there's just about anything you could need along Plymouth Rd in <10 min drive. It is super easy to get down into Kerrytown or to Downtown Ann Arbor in 10 minutes by car (or bike!).
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Traver Crossing
Shoreview is quite outside of the white coat area which means most of the neighbors are doctoral students or non-students. As someone who gets stressed out by other medical students, this was exactly what I was looking for. The people are friendly and there are a lot of dogs in the area, so you can always strike up a conversation and meet a good animal on your way to the hospital in the morning or on the way back in the evening. Access to Ann Arbor's natural settings could probably be beat by only a few other apartment complexes in the city, and I think that adds a lot to the Northside charm.
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Shoreview
I love how close Brookside is to the gorgeous trails of Argo Park. There are a lot of families in the area. There are grocery stores but they're more convenient to drive to. Great public transit. Feels very safe. Brookside does not allow pets, but the North Campus area is great for walking/running with dogs, etc.
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Brookside Apartments
Overall this area is great for walking to the medical school and hospital, living near other medical students, and especially having easier parking than in the central downtown/kerrytown areas. You also escape the rowdiness of undergrads by living here. The main reason I gave it a "7/very good" rating was because I don't like feeling isolated in location from central campus. Walking from White Coat to restaurants/bars downtown is at least 20-25 minutes, and often I decide not to go just because I don't want to walk there and back. After 6PM everyday parking is free downtown (free all day on Sunday), which is nice, except you don't always want to drive if you are going out to bars. It would be nice to have some type of casual coffee shop or restaurant in walkable distance to White Coat, but there is not. (edit: there is one breakfast-like cafe near White Coat, but it gets busy and is over-priced). There are some restaurants and coffee shops down the street on Plymouth road (not downtown) which is an easy 5 minute drive.
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Island Drive Apartments
Multiple apartment/condo complexes within 10 minute walk of one another creating central location for many medical students of the University of Michigan. Park is 5 minute walk away. Lecture halls are 15 minutes door to hall. Hospital is 15-20 minutes from door to specific area of hospital. Never any safety issues. Parking can be strict and limited. Few stores and restaurants nearby.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
This neighborhood is a 10 minute walk to the hospital which makes is very popular for medical students, residents, and even attendings. It is quiet, but it can be very busy in the morning and around 4pm when everyone is arriving/leaving their shifts. Grocery stores, cafes, and restaurants are a 5 min drive away near north campus.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Pros: beautiful - near the Huron River (5 min walk!) and trails and lots of trees. Very quiet. Residential area - maybe only 20% students vs. long-term residents where I am, though I'm close to the hospitals and med students, architects, and engineers all live up here. Very safe, and I see deer or even a raccoon once in a while. Grocery store is 1 mile away (Kroeger).

Cons: less social than I like in terms of proximity to Rossers. There is only one on my street that I know of.
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1326 Traver Road
This apartment is about a 10 minute walk from the hospital/medical school, which is super convenient. There is a park nearby, which is great for running, walking dogs, and riding bikes. Also, it take about 15 minutes to get to Kerry town, the farmer’s market, etc.
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Medical Center Court
Lots of M1's live here which is great socially. It's easy to see friends in this area and you commonly run into other students while walking to class.
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Medical Center Court
Right next to University of Michigan Hospital, and I've never felt insecure or unsafe walking to/from school/work at any hour of the day. There are a couple of restaurants within walking distance and bus stops right outside the complex.
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Medical Center Court
Everyone is friendly and the area is always clean. Most folks are medical students or older couples, both of which just like to keep to themselves and not be bothered much. The park across the street is an excellent gathering space
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Family community with adults who have jobs and careers. Many parks and green spaces, great for barbecues and outdoor exercise. A number of accessible bus routes and quick easy access to the freeway to get out of town.
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Shoreview
It is close to Kroger, Kerry town, and state street. A quick drive to central campus, and cute restaurants around to try. Also pretty parks to walk trough. Very friendly neighborhood and I always feel safe as well.
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Beekman on Broadway
Lots of students, but mostly graduate so not too rowdy. Not too many walking distance amenities, but grocery stores and downtown are a short car or bus ride away and definitely a walkable distance in the summer.
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Island Drive Apartments
Pretty quiet neighborhood. Mostly med students, grad students, and residents. Some older people, too. I think they may be grandparents who are helping out their grad student children with grandkids.
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Medical Center Court
Very close to the hospital and medical school. Definitely walkable. Fairly quiet but will hear Survival Flight (the medical center helicopter) at odd times, but hasn't bothered me at all.
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Island Drive Apartments
Lots of medical students and others employed by the medical system. Safe area thus far and convenient walk to UMHS. Need to drive to groceries/food or take public transit.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Excellent place to live for medical students or residents. Only a short walk from the hospital, with lots of other amenities in short driving/walking distance.
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Medical Center Court
White Coat is a wonderful place to live. A convenient location, and also very close to nature - Argo Cascades and Island Park specifically.
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Nielson Square Condos
I have absolutely loved living a 10-15 minute walk from the hospital! The area is very safe with great outdoor parks/ trails nearby!
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Very friendly, neighborly community. Very few undergraduate students are here, so the pace of life is generally more tame.
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Shoreview
Very quiet with lots of pet owners. There is some student housing, but mostly older folks, some with families.
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803 Jones Dr
I never feel unsafe. We are on a big piece of property and only residents and visitors are on our property.
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Beekman on Broadway
It's in a very nice neighborhood close to the hospital, thats about the only good thing about this place.
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
Northside is awesome if you want something quiet and close to the medical school. If having great trail access is important to you, this is also a great location. Fairly accessible to a grocery store. Would prefer to live a bit closer to bars / restaurants downtown but that's all just a short walk / bike ride away.
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803 Jones Dr
Great living here especially during covid since you don’t meet a lot of other students otherwise. The close proximity to other med students gave me a chance to meet others in med center court, Nielsen court, island drive apt, etc. Not too close to restaurants and markets in downtown, I needed a car.
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Medical Center Court
Great place to live as a med student; convenient to school/hospital; lots of classmates nearby
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Medical Center Court
quiet and pleasant. friendly neighbors. there are many children around who like to play.
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Northwood
There's a great walking trail down the street and a good breakfast spot nearby.
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The pros of living in White Coat/North Campus are proximity to the medical school and beautiful parks and trails. Otherwise, all other necessities are driving distance away. There are very few (in any) restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. in the area.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
The neighborhood is good and the apartment is very close to Kerry Town.
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Quiet and clean neighborhood. Plenty of areas for running/walking.
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Northwood
10/10 for being a medical student. Close to the hospital.
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Nielson Square Condos
This neighborhood is safe and close to many other medical students, which is great. It is just a bit far from more lively neighborhoods, like Kerrytown.
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1051 Maiden Ln
If you work/attend school on North Campus, this location is very nice. Not the closest you can possibly be, but well within walking distance.

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Parc Pointe
There is very little around this area, which is good because it is fairly quiet, but does make it more annoying to get groceries, to get downtown.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
It's a bit of an island. North campus is far away from restaurants and other city life. But it is quiet and close to the Taubman college building. I am also close to the North Campus Recreation Building.
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Baits II Undergraduate University Housing
It's very close to the medical school which was the most important thing for me. It's pretty far away from downtown Ann Arbor and Kerrytown so there aren't any restaurants or bars nearby.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Walking distance to hospital and easy parking makes this location great. However, it is far from "campus life" and there are no real cafes or restaurants to walk to at night.
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Island Drive Apartments
Pros: close to work/campus, overall safe area, quiet, Cottage Inn down the street, near to public transit
Cons: grocery store is a bit of a hike, no community activities
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Island Drive Apartments
The location is great because it's very close to the hospital. Guest parking is limited, and there is not a good place to get groceries, within walking distance.
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Nielsen Square
Nice that it is close to school, river, and woods. But wish other ammenities were available (shops, coffee shops, restaurant, grocery stores, etc.)
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Island Drive Apartments
I have had a wonderful experience in Med center court. The management is very attentive and keeps the community very well groomed and safe
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Medical Center Court
The white coat area is really close to the hospital but there’s not a lot of food options or cafes. I hope they open more up there!
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
The location is good in that it's close/walkable to school. Otherwise, there is essentially nothing around that is walkable.
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Medical Center Court
I love being right next to Island Drive Park! I can tube down the river during summer and get out right at my apartment.
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Island Drive Apartments
It's where many medical students live, so that's nice. It's close to the hospital, but kind of far from downtown.
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Island Drive Apartments
It is a good family friendly neighborhood primarily occupied by graduate students/researchers with families
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Northwood
Awesome location right on the river near Argo Park. 10 min bike ride/30 min walk to the medical campus.
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Shoreview
Near to everything we need. Walkable
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Beekman on Broadway PHASE II NOW LEASING
A great distance from the hospital/Taubman Library. Very close to trails along the river. Relatively quiet, although there has been quite a bit of construction as of late. Besides the hospital though, there are not many places you can go to in close walking distance. For example, central campus and Kerrytown are ~20 minutes walking, and although you could bus to grocery stores on Plymouth Rd, having a car makes things much easier.
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Medical Center Court Apartments
Close to work for those going to north campus or med campus, but also easy to make it to central.
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Island Drive Apartments
Very close to the hospital and medical school. Pretty quiet and near other med students.
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Nielson Square Condos
The neighborhood has many families and the apartment is located near a strip mall.
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Beekman on Broadway
Not much to do, but very close to all of the medical students!
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Mostly medical students and a few residents/ attendings
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Nielsen Square
No complaints. I like being so near everyone I know.
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Nielsen Square
North campus/White coat is great. I like being close to the medical campus and surrounded by other medical students and residents, etc. I do wish that I lived closer to Kerrytown/Downtown but this gets the job done.
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Medical Center Court
All apartment complexes in the area, very nice new library nearby. Connected to good dog walking/jogging trails. Very safe but quite disconnected and sleepy relative to the rest of Ann Arbor
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Traver Ridge Apartments
There isn't really a neighborhood here. The complex is pretty secluded from other residential areas. It is not walkable to anything. But it is peaceful, quiet, safe, and beautiful.
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Knightsbridge Circle
Not much of a walking scene around the actual apartment, but a short drive or bus ride into the town area. Also by Kerrytown, which is another cute and unique area to explore.
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Beekman on Broadway
Tends to be owner occupied. No pets allowed by the Condo Association. Close to transit to get to central or north campus in less than 15 minutes.
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Knightsbridge Condos
Northwood is a boring place to live. Very safe, quiet if you're not too close to the highway, but far removed from bars, restaurants, etc.
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Northwood
(I wouldn't actually consider the location "north campus")
Really close to the hospital, quiet area, plenty of parks and trails nearby
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Medical Center Court
15 minute walk to downtown and 10 minutes to the hospital. Not a lot directly in vicinity, but convenient if you work in the hospital.
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Medical Center Court
The neighborhood is fine and it’s right next to Kerry town and has some nice trails. It’s a bit far from downtown Ann Arbor though
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Beekman on Broadway
The neighborhood isn't ideal because it is far from central campus, but we are located very close to a bus stop which is nice.
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Beekman on Broadway
Not a lot to do around here but it's close to the school. Lots of med students in the area so you will be close to friends.
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Medical Center Court
Great if you're looking for a quiet neighborhood! Would not recommend to someone looking for a very social neighborhood
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Parc Pointe
Good location however hard to get to classes on north campus - 20min walk. Grocery store not close by.
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Parc Pointe
Close walk to Kerrytown. I always feel safe.
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Beekman on Broadway
Very quiet not much around.
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Feel very safe.
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secluded and quiet, which is great.
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Traver Ridge Apartments
It's convenient to have so many people nearby.
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Island Drive Apartments
Great because you're near tons of medical students, which makes it easy to hang out.
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Island Drive Apartments
Very safe area, relatively quiet. Some families, but mostly grad students.
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Nielsen Square
Quiet area, nice pool, mostly med students/grad students. Some families.
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Very quiet. Only complaint is relative difficulty finding parking.
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Nielsen Square
Safe, quiet, well positioned
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NorthWood
It's nice to have a lot of peers nearby!
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Riverhouse Condominiums
Far from campus for students
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There are restaurants a short walk away.
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Convenient, quiet
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Nielsen Square
Nothing exciting, pretty straightforward
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Willowtree
Kinda secluded but great for med students.
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Medical Center Court
Pros: very safe
Cons: Far from all amenities
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Riverside Parkplace
Quiet. No complaints.
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Nielsen Square
Safe, quiet, good for students.
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Brookside Apartments


Getting to Know
North Campus

Neighborhood Boundaries
East to West Boundaries: Green Rd to Broadway St
North to South Boundaries: Plymouth Rd to Fuller Rd
dining
Great Plains Burger Company
Jet’s Pizza
Northside Grill
parks
Fuller Park
coffee
Broadway Caf & Jumbo Steak Hoagie
bus
22 (bus)
23/65 (bus)

Best Apartments
in North Campus

Riverside Parkplace

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Nielsen Square Condos
3 Beds $2,450
4 Beds $4,000

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803 Jones Dr

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Knightsbridge Condos

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Anson Brown Building

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Medical Center Court Apartments

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Nearby Neighborhoods

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West of State
Residential Area and Removed from the College Scene
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Old Fourth Ward
Farmers' Markets and Walk-Able Streets
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Yost
Residential Area with Plenty of Reasons to Get Outdoors
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Bryant Pattengill East
Mainly Residential and Farther from Campus
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South University
Couldn't be Closer to Campus
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Central Campus
Enjoy Campus While Being Close to Downtown
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SoHill
Social Area and Close to Campus
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Downtown
The Heart of the City