Let's Talk Off-Campus Housing

[robertdeniro]

Hey everyone, 

 

I am trying to find a place to rent in Austin. I just started looking, but I am overwhelmed already! I don't know a single soul in the area. The magnificent internet has provided a lot of details on good neighborhoods to check out--apparently North Campus is ideal for graduate students. I've also read good things about Hyde Park, but overall I am going into this blind.

 

I want to keep rent under $500, but really, I'd like to find something more like $350. I might have to rely on public transportation, too, but I hear Austin has a good bus/shuttle system. 

 

What are you all doing? Does anyone know of a website like Gradcafe that connects people looking to rent? Any advice is welcomed!!