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When asked to help name the streets of West University Place, Texas in the 1920s, young Lilly Nicholson and her friend made it fun by pulling out an English literature book and (perhaps) a few college catalogs and assigned names to the streets including such notables as Shakespeare, Chaucer, Tennyson, Dartmouth, Emory, Duke, Purdue and Wesleyan, misspelled as Weslayan.
Nearly 15,000 people live in West University Place situated in a total area of two square miles. The subtropical climate is extremely humid and hot especially during the summers when air-conditioning is considered a near necessity for living here. West University Place is a city within the city of Houston, a true municipality with its own police and fire department. It shares borders with the cities of Houston, Bellaire and Southside. The city draws its name from its close proximity to Rice University, a prestigious private research university. The most common nicknames for West University Place is "West U" or "The Neighborhood City." So what're you waiting for, it's time to get moving to West U. See more
Studio apartments could offer the best of West University Place living at a less expensive price tag than larger units. Look for the best buildings near entertainment, dining, and public transportation or highway access.
Ask about the square footage of studio apartments in West University Place during your tour. Even a little extra space in another building can offer more room for storage or an additional chair. Consider the layout and what you can accomplish before you sign. You should have enough room for your bed, a small sitting area, and a dining table. You can always get creative and loft your bed to save on space underneath or install a fold-down table or desk that tucks away.