121 College Towns Examined: Is Buying a Home Cheaper Than Campus Housing?

Globe St., Aug. 15, 2025-Erika Murphy
As college costs soar beyond tuition, families weigh not just where to send their children—but how best to house them. For many, the question comes down to dorm versus deed: Is it truly possible that buying a home near campus could cost less than relying on institutional room and board?
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