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Off-Campus Housing Resources

Moving off campus? We’ve got you covered.

This site breaks down everything you need to know—finding the right place, signing a lease, living with roommates, staying safe, and knowing your rights as a renter. It also includes tips just for international and commuter students, with info on transportation, temporary housing, adjusting to Milwaukee, and local resources to help you settle in.

We also get into the stuff students ask about most: options for low-income housing, emergency shelters, and energy assistance if money gets tight. You’ll find safety tips on renter’s insurance, emergency preparedness, and campus services like Be On the Safe Side (B.O.S.S) and 51ÁÔÆæ Police. Plus, we cover what it means to be a good neighbor, what landlords should (and shouldn’t) expect from you, and how to keep that relationship positive while meeting your responsibilities.

Off-Campus Resource Center

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about off-campus housing, leases, roommates, safety, and tenant rights.










International Students
Information for international students cover housing tips, transportation options, legal protections, and temporary lodging resources.
Commuter Students
Cover parking, campus resources, winter tips, and commuter-specific support.
Housing Instability & Low Income Housing Resources
Highlighting local affordable housing options, financial aid, energy assistance, legal support, and emergency shelter services.
Temporary Housing
Outlines options such as university guest housing, furnished short‑term rentals, Airbnb or hotel stays, and emergency shelter and energy assistance resources in Milwaukee.
Legal Assistance Resources
Legal advice, referrals or assistance as it pertains to the legal side of renting off campus
Tenant Rights
Basic rights and responsibilities as a renter in the state of Wisconsin
Safety Information
Information and tips relating to emergency prep, renter’s insurance, 51ÁÔÆæ police, safe ride programs, and alert tools.
Neighbors and the Neighborhood
Encouraging respectful neighbor relations, community involvement, and resolving issues through proper channels.
Landlord Information
Explanations for tenant–landlord communication guidelines, lease requirements (e.g., disclosures, notice periods, late fees), legal protections, subletting rules, and security deposit handling.
The Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Wisconsin page provides resources and contacts for affordable housing and assistance programs across the state.