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Notre Dame students and devotees are lucky in that, unlike many college towns, there is an abundance of affordable real estate near the campus. In many cases it costs less per month to buy than to rent, while offering greater freedom, more privacy and the chance to recapture some of your housing costs through the equity you earn while living in a home.

If you are a frequent visitor, buying a property can help you avoid the whims of local hotels that raise rates for popular weekends including home football games, orientation, graduation and junior parent’s weekend - and often have no rooms available at any price. A bit of up front effort can be repaid in the convenience of knowing you have “a home near the dome” which you can comfortably furnish, stock with your favorite foods and drinks. If you leave a some clothing, you won’t have to worry about the airline losing your bags, or may not need to pack at all. Altogether it can mean the difference between headaches and lots of advance planning for each trip or stress free visits when you can entertain and relax like you’re at home.

There are hundreds of homes within a mile of campus, that range from large and historic structures to newly built and luxuriously appointed villas that look like single family homes and live like condos.

There are also condo developments that offer everything from river views to modern clubhouses, along with a lock and leave lifestyle that lets you travel or head home for the summer without worrying about lawns, leaves, or other maintenance.

If you are interested in Notre Dame real estate, you may want to start with our neighborhood, condo, or villa guides.