<p>Hey all! I'm a freshmen currently at UCF, staying in the Nike dorms, in academic village. While I love it, applying for housing for next year is quickly approaching. I've looked at options, and I only have two-towers or Nike/Hercules apartments. Towers is out of the question, because it is not worth the money, in any sense. I also recently found out about how the Nike/Hercules apartments are a 'lottery' and there's only 500 spots available. So at this point, I have decided that I'm going to move off campus. I plan to get an off campus apartment, that's well priced, close to campus, and offers a shuttle to campus (No car) as it is MUCH cheaper then staying on campus. I plan to get one with my current roommate, and we'll find two others girls. We're looking for a four bedroom, four bathroom apartment, in an area that's safe, no run down, social but not obnoxious (I've heard sterling is). So far, we're looking at these options:
-The Village at Alafaya Club
-The Village on Science Drive
-The lofts
-Tivoli </p>
<p>Are there others that are well priced, and not dangerous (Heard awful things about pegasus landing, knights circle, the pointe, etc). Any advice on these choices, or adding choices, would be great! Also, how would we go about seeing all these apartments? We have NO CLUE what we're doing, but we're enthusiastic about this! Thanks for any help-go knights!:)</p>
<p>Tivoli is cheaper, but it comes completely unfurnished!</p>
<p>Hi, My daughter is a 2011 grad and lived at Boardwalk on Alafaya. She liked it enough to stay two years! Lots of her friends lived there and it offers security and a shuttle. She never felt unsafe there and I thought it was pretty nice when I visited. Apartments are 4/4, nicely furnished. There are newer places now, but this may be another option for you!</p>
<p>@ Writefluidity–WHEN can we start applying for housing??? I was accepted for summer. I don’t want to miss out on my housing choice because they’re all filled up. At this point I’m clueless as to what I need to do next. Thanks for any help.</p>
<p>Sorry, I can’t help you with your problem.</p>
<p>Theticks-I LOVE tivoli, but that is the downside. I wonder if, after buying the things I would need for the apartment, if the price would be MORE expensive then others options.
Colcon-Ah, perfect! I’ll be sure to check it out!
Success-I’m trying to remember. I THINK it opens in december, or late november? I know I applied in mid february, and was still able to get my first choice, so now worries:)</p>
<p>Thanks Writefluidity.</p>
<p>I knew people who lived at Alafaya Club and Science Drive but cant really remember anything about them so cant really comment. Tivoli I remember being nice and nothing horrible happening there. It was pretty new when I was at UCF. I lived in the lofts for 2 years and my boyfriend lived there for 2 years as well but that was back in 2008-2010. While living there, the apartments were really nice for the price. The pool was awesome as well. There were a couple kind of scary things (like robberies) that happened but I continued living there so I guess it wasnt that big of a deal. They added 24 hour security after the incidents as well. Also with the Lofts, it really makes a difference on the building you are in. Im sure this is true for most complexes but always try to be in a building close to the office. Less crime and noise overall the closer you are. Also the lofts was good about fixing anything wrong with the apt, our AC broke for several days and they fixed it and didnt charge us rent for those days (after I gave them a stern talking to). Also go with a top floor apt regardless of complex, all the buildings there are thin and the stomping of your upstairs neighbors will get very old. To set up tours, just go the complex whenever youre free, during business hours there are always office people there who are ready and willing to take you on a tour of open apts. I would recommend calling first if you are wanting to see a specific floor plan though because they often dont have every plan available to tour. Keep in mind, now that you are moving off campus, you dont need 4 people. I lived with 2 other girls in a 3-3 in the lofts and it was great, pricey but it prevented us from living with a stranger. Also remember basically every floor plan will have the bathroom inside your bedroom so when friends are over, your bedroom will have to tidy, because they are going to walk through it to get to the bathroom. And you are right about all the horrible places you listed, absolutely do not live there.</p>
<p>Oops! A bit more to add. BTW - the above response is from D who is a UCF alumni. Anyway, she added the following after talking with a friend who stills lives in the area.
Northgate and Riverwind are also nice complexes. Sadly, The Village At Science Drive has gone downhill - avoid it at all costs!</p>
<p>If you have any other questions, just post and I will ask her!</p>
<p>Go Knights!</p>
<p>Hi Writefluidity!</p>
<p>How are you doing? How has your first semester gone for you? Just last year at this time your ordeal was just getting started and you were on pins and needles. I’m sure you are glad to be a seasoned, veteran college student! 
I was curious to know how you are finding the classes at UCF? Are they very difficult or manageable? I have a D in high school and we are starting to consider the options. </p>
<p>This is going back quite a bit- but during the 2006-2007 school year my oldest D lived at the Village at Alafaya and it seemed nice. The only thing I really did not like was the fact that a couple of times workers, with keys, entered the apartment to do work during the day while she and/or her roommates were home. That did not leave me with a good feeling…</p>
<p>InvolvedMomFL-Thank you for the help! I heard those comments as well, so the pictures may not be very accurate (When are they ever, now that I think about it?) I don’t know what to say about UCF, other then I much I really love and adore this school. Before I left for summer term, I was a bit hesitant. I was unsure if attending school so far from home was actually the right thing to do, and would benefit me. Not to mention, I had never seen the campus in person, or went on a tour. When I showed up to campus, I calmed down right away. It was everything I’ve expected, and so much more then that. It really is my new home, and feels that way everyday. I’ve had such amazing experiences, have made fantastic friends, and know I made the right choice. It’s just how I thought, when I was accepted against all odds-I really AM supposed to be here. The classes are fantastic! I love ALL my professors (Even the one who doesn’t teach-still a good guy!). I’m not sure if I should blame my experience with AP classes, or thank them, but I really don’t find anything that difficult. The grading is harder, without a doubt, there content is more heavy, and much more is expected from you. But I can actually feel myself LEARNING here, and I never felt that in high school. I love my classes, because even in HUGE lecture halls, the professors still somehow manage to make it feel personal. I would recommend UCF to any and every student, except those who are looking for a small student body-not the school for you, then. There’s so many people, but that means more diversity-I’ve befriended a good few individuals from the virgin islands, and England, as well! I really hope she see’s what I saw in UCF-she wouldn’t make a mistake by going here:)</p>
<p>I’m glad to hear it is going well!! There are many places to live off campus. I am sure you will find the right one. :)</p>