On weekends, leave your student housing and head into town. Start your morning with hot coffee and fresh brioche rolls at A&J King Artisan Bakers, before strolling across to picturesque Pickering Wharf. Spend a few hours exploring the marina’s seafood stalls and eccentric clothing boutiques, then find yourself moved by the story of the town’s one-time witchcraft hysteria at the Salem Witch Trials Memorial. In the evening, dress up for a night out on the town. Catch everything from Greek plays to modern musicals at Salem Theatre Company, or get tickets to a cult film screening at CinemaSalem.

At Princeton Crossing Apartments, decide between a private or a shared apartment; then choose to have your home pre-furnished for added convenience. During the week, drive six minutes to Salem State University, then keep a car in the parking or walk two minutes to the closest bus stop when you feel like exploring on weekends. Discover the Peabody Essex Museum’s famous collection of maritime art, or drive out to Winter Island Park for a beach barbecue overlooking the Charles River.

When you get home, head straight to the kitchen and rifle through the fridge for something to eat. Pop your snack in the microwave, then take your plate through to the bedroom and spend a moment unwinding with a good book. Later, grab your gym clothes from the closet, then head down to the fitness center for a re-energising workout. Leave feeling invigorated, and ready for a soak in your bathroom tub. With a laundry on-site, you never need to worry about running short of clean clothes.

When you’re done, adjust the air-con to suit your needs, then settle down to your studies in the living room. If you feel like company, meet your friends for a dip in the outdoor pool, or organise a sunbathing session in the landscaped grounds. Whether you’re working or relaxing, on-site maintenance and management helps make your life as stress-free as possible. When hunger strikes, head to Finz Seafood & Grill for fresh oysters on the waterfront, or to Howling Wolf Taqueria for mouthwatering Mexican food.