Help with Accomodation (Cincinnati, Newark, University Heights: car rental, 2009, apartment)

[muthukumar2k3]

Dear Friends,

I am moving to Cincinatti and this is my first visit to US.
I am travelling to Cincinatti on 14th July 2009, and i am looking for a Studio/one bedroom apartment with an affordable rate.

I will get a initial accomodation for 5 days, and so, i really need the apartment from 20th July 2009 for six months with possible extension of another six months.

When i googled, i found that there will be some kind of interviews to select the tenants and so on. How long these procedure go. Is there any way to sort this out issue.

Also, which area would be nearer to Dept of Chemical and Materials Enginerring dept, UC. 15-20 mins walk would also be fine.

Any idea about the cheapest airlines.

Also, suggestiones, on do's/dont's in cincinatti would be really helpful.

Look forward to see the replies.

best regards,
Muthu

[cincylifer]

You probably want to live in Clifton, University Heights area, that is where UC is located. You should try craigslist.com, you may luck up on an apt that someone is trying to sublet, also you will find any apts in the area.

[wastina]

If you are new to the US, you will want some help understanding how leases work, and what the pros and cons are for rentals. UC should be able to help you. Get in touch with the office that deals with foreign students and/or housing, and learn what you cna about them.

Be advised that you may not be able to get out of your rental contract as easily as you'd like, if you find that you don't like where you're living (and there are some areas which you might not like). You might also want to look in to sharing a place with another foreign student. The Indian community (assuming, based on your name) does exist, and you might be most confortable sharing space with people who've also had to learn the ropes, and can explain them to you. Again, UC may/should be able to help you connect with other students from your country, who can at least explain how things work (even if you don't live with them).

With regards to airfare, note that Delta Airlines has an international hub in Cincinnati. I fly Delta because it has good connections to some international hubs. Travelocity (Travelocity Travel: Cheap Airfare, Hotels, Flights, Vacations, Cruises & Car Rentals) can show you comparative routings, travel times, and hub locations. Some airports are easier to navigate upon entry than others (and CVG, Cincinnati's airport code) is a nice customs clearance point. New York (JFK and Newark) are less desirable, although airfares through those hubs may be cheaper.

Welcome to Cincinnati!

[marylee54]

I'm not familiar with this area, but you might want to try working with an apartment locator service, just google them.

There is no cost to you, and they can help find something within your specifications.. Good luck!