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The University is nestled amid several types of neighborhoods, so find ing an area in Eugene compati ble with personal tastes and needs could be easier than finding a compatible room mate. The following is a brief tour of the area. Downtown Downtown is choice for urbanites accustomed to more expensive housing and parking. The neighborhood boasts dozens of bars and restaurants, as well as playing host to a bustling twice-week ly modern-day agora where folks can purchase tie-dyed underwear, exchange garden ing tips, taste the many local flavors and support Eugene based cottage industries. Sat urday Market and Farmer's Market are held nearby throughout the summer sea son. Most of the housing is in apartment buildings annexed with a small patio or balcony. "1 love living downtown," Students ha-—""—:—*■ ■.• thankfully, SO uu iiciynoomaoas By Sarah Kai Acker • Freelance Reporter education major Jennifer Liggett said. "I can walk al most anywhere — especially the bars. And I prefer living around professionals instead of other students." Luckey's, Joe's Bar and Grill, The Jungle and The Horsehead are just a few of the many bars and restau rants located downtown. Most bars have themed nights, which include hip hop, '80s metal, jazz and jam. The Eugene bus station, public library and central post office are located down town, along with art galleries, music venues, clothing bou tiques and grocery stories. For people who thrive on the pulse of the city, downtown is a good place to call home. Whiteaker Whiteaker residents reap the rewards of fairly cheap rent and a diverse neighbor hood. A stroll through the neighborhood reveals com munity gardens, intricate tree houses, backyards crammed with solar panels, murals and vibrant colors. Whiteaker also has ethnic restaurants galore, most no tably a variety of Mexican op tions and a Thai restaurant. Sam Bond's Garage and the Tiny Tavern are cornerstones of the Eugene music scene, and the Red Barn provides a thorough selection and mod erate pricing for a smaller nat ural foods store. The Willamette River bor ders this neighborhood from the north, providing a tranquil respite for the city-weary. "The Whiteaker is more cul turally diverse than other Eu gene neighborhoods," Spanish major Jonathan Bilenki said. Bilenki recendy moved out ofWhiteaker. "The train is really loud, and we lived right near the highway," he said. Bilenki recommended eliminating this neighbor hood as a housing option if sound sleep is difficult to come by. West University Fraternities, sororities and group houses comprise this neighborhood immediately west of the University. The at mosphere is collegiate, with few outside influences. Students can roll out of bed and arrive at class in only a few minutes. Safeway is nearby, and there are several laundromats in the area. Restaurants and bars line East 13th Avenue. The Glen wood Restaurant on Aider Street provides inexpensive and tasty breakfasts and lunches while Pegasus Smoke house Pizza and New Max's Tavern are also nearby. For those who want to be submerged in the college ex perience, surrounded by a young community of their peers, West University is the place to live. South University The South University neigh borhood is a patchwork of student rentals, families of both modest and high income, tenured professors and greek housing. This neighborhood is unusually serene for being so close to campus. Parking can be a problem, especially when there is a basketball game at McArthur Court or classes are in session. McMenamin's East 19th Street Cafe offers burgers and beer, and fresh bread and homemade ice cream are available daily at Eugene City Bakery and Prince Puckler's, located across Agate Street from McMenamin's. Rent in this neighborhood is moderate, and Safeway, Market of Choice and Sundance Nat ural Foods are all within walk ing or biking distance. "I especially like jogging in - Hendricks Park," physical ther apy major Grace Bird said. "I think this is the best side of campus. It has the nicest hous ing, and it's quiet." 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