The Burning Question: How Much Does it Cost to Live Like a Fancy Callaway in Austin?
Let's face it, Austin is hotter than a jalapeno popper on the Fourth of July, and finding a place to live can feel just as spicy. So, you've set your eyes on the Callaway House, the "nation's premier full-service freshman private UT dorm" according to their website (fancy, right?). But before you trade in your ramen noodles for a caviar habit, you're probably wondering: how much does this Callaway castle cost?
Hold onto your cowboy hats, folks, because the answer depends on a few things:
- Do you crave a shoebox or a ballroom? Rooms range from 1-bedroom to 4-bedroom apartments, so the more roommates you can convince to share your Netflix password and questionable eating habits, the lower the cost per person. Prices start at $1696 and climb all the way up to $3649 – that's more than a semester's worth of textbooks, so choose wisely, grasshopper.
- Do you dream of a life of luxury, or are you cool with BYOTP (bring your own toilet paper)? The Callaway House boasts of being "fully furnished," which sounds swanky until you realize that "fully furnished" might just mean a bed, a desk, and a chair that looks like it survived a rodeo. Think carefully about what creature comforts you absolutely need before you decide if the convenience is worth the extra moolah.
But wait, there's more! Don't forget to factor in the following:
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- Utilities: Will you be battling over the thermostat with roommates who like their dorm room to resemble the Arctic tundra? Budget accordingly.
- Food: Unless you plan on living off vending machine burritos (not recommended), you'll need to factor in groceries or a meal plan. Austin has a fantastic food scene, but it ain't exactly free.
The Bottom Line: Callaway livin' ain't cheap, but it could be worth it.
Here's the TL;DR: Expect to pay anywhere from "Ramen noodle budget" to "Trust fund baby" depending on your room choice and lifestyle.
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How to score the cheapest Callaway digs? Snag a 4-bedroom apartment with the most roommates you can tolerate. Friendship is priceless, right? (Just maybe buy some extra air freshener too.)
How to convince your parents the Callaway price tag is worth it? Highlight the "full-service" aspect. Does doing laundry count as a service these days? Maybe?
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How to avoid ramen noodle dependency while living at Callaway? Become a master couponer, explore Austin's amazing (and sometimes cheap) food trucks, or perfect your ramen noodle gourmet recipes.
How to survive a Callaway roommate who hogs the thermostat? Negotiation is key. Offer to be the designated laundry-doer in exchange for a slightly cooler room temp.
How to know if Callaway living is right for you? Do you crave convenience and a social atmosphere? Are you okay with potentially questionable furniture? If you answered yes to both, then Callaway might be your castle (or at least your dorm room).
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