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There are many different housing alternatives available on or near the SMU campus,
including graduate school residence halls, university-owned housing, apartments, townhouses,
condominiums, duplexes, and single-family homes. We hope this information will provide you with
a starting point in your search.
Included under some listings are students' comments. SMU has not made any effort to
verify any of the statements. These comments should be read as opinions of individual students.
Please note this information was compiled in Spring 2008 and is subject to change.
SMU offers two graduate residence halls on campus: Martin and Hawk Halls. Martin
Hall, an efficiency apartment hall, houses single and married graduate students. Hawk Hall, a one-
bedroom apartment facility, houses married students or students with children in one-bedroom
apartments. •
Both residence hall apartments are furnished with a bed, desk and a dre~ser and include a
closet, kitchenette, bathroom and telephone. Each residence hall has a live-in staff member who
serves as the hall director. Social and educational programming is offered in all halls. All residence
halls have a lounge area with color TV. Laundry facilities are also located in each builclillg. Room
rent includes local telephone service, voice mail, and Ethernet connections to the University's
computer system. Meal plans are available, but not required. All residence halls are air-conditioned
and are smoke-free.
The Housing contract is for the entire academic year (roughly mid-August to mid-May).
Academic year room rates for 2007-2008 range from $6,200 to $7,350.
A completed housing application must be filed with the SMU Department of Residence Life
and Student Housing. Space for graduate students on campus is very limited. All applicants are
placed on a waiting list and assignments are made during the summer. Housing for graduate
students is NOT guaranteed.
For more information, contact the Department of Residence Life and Student Housing, PO
Box 750215, Southern Methodist University, Dallas TX 75275-0215; phone 214-768-2407; fax 214-
768-4005. E-mail: housing@mail.smu.edu. More information about residence halls is available at
Vv\\rw.smu.edu/smuhousing. asp.
UNIVERSITY-OWNED HOUSING
SMU also owns and manages off-campus apartments, which are available to graduate
students. These apartments are convenient to campus and range in accommodations and cost.
They are located in the Highland Park Independent School District. Hillcrest Manor is reserved
for law students and is located across from the Law School. Law students receive priority for
assignment to Hillcrest Manor.
For more information, write to PO Box 750215, Southern Methodist University, Dallas TX
75275-0215 or call 214-768-3327. E-mail: smuapts@mail.smu.edu or housing@smu.edu. More
information is available at Vv\vw.smu.edu/apartrnents.
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• Student comments:
o "One forgotten apartment resource is the campus apartments. I live in Hillcrest
Manor apartments [an apartment building reserved for law students], which are
located righc across the street from the law school (you don't have to drive to
campus). On many occasions I have woken up 20 minutes before class and still
make it on time. Plus it's pretty cheap, bills are paid, the walls are thick, and the
space is generous. However, it's pretty ugly and there isn't a poo!."
o "I live in Hillcrest Manor and I love it. The convenience of living so close to
campus is priceless. Plus, my rent is really good."
o "I live in the Hillcrest Manor apartment complex. The one thing I can say is you just
can't beat living across the stteet from the law schoo!' You will really appreciate it
the first year. Plus, for apartments in this area it is relatively inexpensive. The
apartments are older, but the maintenance people are very quick and friendly."
APARTMENTS
Many students live off-campus in non-SMU housing. Many have used an apartment locator
service to help them locate housing. If you use a locator service, be sure there is no charge to you.
Most locator service fees are paid by the apartment complex. Many of our students have used and
recommend the "Apartment Selector" (www.aptse1ector.com; 800-479-8744; 214-750-8744) or
"Mustang Leasing Company" [provides a cash rebate] (www.mustangleasing.com; e-mail:
leasing@mustangleasing.com; 866-721-PONY; 214-521-P01'.TY; 6060 N. Central Expressway, Suite
560, Dallas, TX 75206). "MoveFreeAmerica" is an apartment locating and moving service that pays
for your move or provides a cash rebate (e-mail: lcrawford@movefreeamerica.com; 214-754-9988).
Please tell any of these companies that you are an SMU Dedman School of Law student.
Also, some of the very nice downtown. apartments (particularly the JPI properties) have an
agreement that they will allocate twenty percent of their units to an Affordable Housing program
with extremely low rent. Obviously, this is not advertised as waiting lists can get long. Scholarships
and school loans are accepted as proof of income. Law students nsually qualify due to their higher
tuition. Students should ask (as early as possible) whether apartments have such a program and if
they can be put on the waiting list. The amount saved on rent can be significant.
Information on several apartment complexes is listed on the follo\ving pages. The apartments are
grouped by location. There are many other apartment complexes in these areas; this information is
just a starting point. Remember to ask about move-in specials and discounts for students.
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Downtown
• Camden Farmers Market www.camdenliving.com
o Offers: 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $780 - $1,100 (*prices fluctuate greatly)
o Size: - Phase 1: 636 sq. ft. - 1,794 sq. ft.
Phase 2: 685 sq. ft. -1,426 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? Yes, two pets with a combined weight of 65 Ibs. or under.
o Washer/ dryer? Full-size washer and dryer in all units.
o Contact: 2210 Canton St.
Dallas, TX 75201
888-540-6627
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• Post Wilson Building www.postproperties.com
o Offers: 1-and-2 bedroom loft apartments
o Cost: See website for available floor plans and price (updated daily)
o Gated? Parking garage with controlled access.
o Pets alloweu? Yes. A maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight of 80 lbs. Pets
must be over 1 yr. old.
o Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units & separate laundry facility.
o Contact: 1623 Main Street
Dallas, TX 75201
866-909-0932
Central Dallas
• Camden Gleu Lakes www.camdenliving.com
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $684 - $1,134
o Size: 622 sq. ft. - 1,109 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
Q Pets allowed? Yes, up to 40 lbs.
o Washer/dryer? Connections in all units.
o Contact: 9600 Golf Lakes Trail (1-75 & Walnut Hill)
Dallas, TX 75231
214-361-9235 or 866-393-0595
o Student comments:
• "I would not recommend my apartment complex because maintenance is
slow unless it is a REAL emergency, and the apartments are not well
insulated or built so there is A LOT of noise. But, I think relatively speaking
there are fe\v security concerns."
• "I love my apartment complex. The apartments are less expensive than the
Village and it is so close to school. The management is really good about
taking care of repairs, etc. It's not the newest complex, but they do a good
job at maintaining it. Also, they often run really good discounts."
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• The Caruth at Lincoln Park www.lincolnapts.com
a Offets: 1-and-2 bedroom townhomes
a Cost: $1,325 - $2,050
a Size: - 904 sq. ft. - 1,848 sq. ft.
a Gated? Yes, plus private garages on all townhomes.
a Pets allowed? Yes, up to 2 pets and no aggressive breeds.
a Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units.
a Contact: 5445 Caruth Haven
Dallas, TX 75225
214-765-5000
East Dallas/Mockingbird
• The Carlyle Apartments www.equityapattments.com
a Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
a Cost: $850 - $1,120
a Size: 764 sq. ft. - 1,164 sq. ft.
a. Gated? Yes.
a Pets allowed? Yes, no aggressive pets. Maximum weight of 100 Ibs.
a Washer/ dryer? In all units.
a Contact: 5750 E. University Blvd. (1 mile East of SMU)
Dallas, TX 75206
866-915-5870
a Student comments:
• "I live at the Carlyle apartments and love it. It's mostly SMU undergrads
who live here, but it stays remarkably quiet in the evenings. It's a small, gated
community with great landscaping. The apartments are huge, new and have
great layouts. Rent can be a little high, so look for specials in the summer
(about a month before you move here). It takes me about 4 minutes to get
to the law school."
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• "I would definitely recommend the Phoenix to future students. The location
is great (close to school, shopping, highway access). The management office
is very responsive to problems (although there have not been many problems
to speak of) and the facilities are well taken care of (plus there is covered
parC".ing).It may be a bit on the pricey side, but they have good move-in
specials. Quite a few law students live there, actually."
• "The initial process of looking at the property, filling out forms and getting
the lease done went off without a hitch. I got a great deal on rent and they
are putting in a washer and-dryer for me at no charge. In addition, because I
am an SMU law student, I received an extra 5% off the rent and a free
cleaning or car detailing once a month. I've rented quite a few apartments
and have to say that the office staff is by fat the most accommodating yet."
• The Gate
~ Offers: Efficiency, 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $548 - $1,283
o Size: 448 sq. ft. - 1,368 sq. ft.
o c;ated? No.
o Pets allowed?Yes, pets up to 30 lbs.
o Washer/ dryer?In some units.
o Contact: 8203 Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-7000
o Student comments:
• "It is great. Responsive maintenance and apartment staff, clean grounds,
reasonable rent, convenient location."
• The Hill
o Offers: 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $680 - $1,100
o Size: 534 sq. ft. - 1,352 sq. ft.
o Gated? No.
o Pets allowed? Small dogs and breed restrictions.
o Washer/ dryer? In some units.
o Contact: 5787 Caruth Haven
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-1100
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• The Dakota
o Offers: 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $972 - $2,000
o Size: 709 sq. ft. - 1,439 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes, with an option of covered parking or private attached garages.
o Pets allowed? Yes, two pets up to 50 Ibs.
a Washer/dryet? A full-size washer and dryer are included in the one bedroom. A full-
size washer and dryer connection is in all two-and-three bedroom
apartments.
o Contact: 6550 Shady Brook
Dallas, TX 75206
214-361-1642
• The Comers
o Offers: Efficiency, 1-3 bedrooms
a Cost: $548 - $1,187
o Size: 414 sq. ft. - 1,140 sq. ft.
0" Gated? No.
a Pets allowed? No.
a Washer/ dryer? In some units.
o Contact: 6310 Shady Brook
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-4000
• Northbridge
o Offers: 1-3 bedrooms and townhomes
a Cost: $1124 - $1,947 for apartments
$1,720 for townhomes
o Size: 723 sq. ft. - 1,286 sq. ft. for apartments
894 sq. ft. - 1,339 sq. ft. for townhomes
o Gated? Yes.
a Pets allowed? Yes. There are breed restrictions.
o Washer/ dryer? In some units.
o Contact: 8705 Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-8000
o Student comments:
• "They are new and gated. However, parking is ridiculous and the walls are
VERY thin."
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• The Bluffs
o Offers: Efficiency, 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $650 - $900
o Size: 420 sq. ft. - 962 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? Yes. There are breed restrictions and a 30 lb. weight limit.
o Washer/ dryer? In some units.
o Contact: 8820 Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-3000
• The Cliffs
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $700 - $950
o Size: 561 sq. ft. - 926 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? No.
o. Washer/ dryer? In some units.
o Contact: 8820 Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-3000
o Student comments:
• "The management there was very helpful and very nice. We had an issue
with our apartment and they waived a lot of fees and back rent and things
and helped us move into another unit in the complex that worked better.
We actually ended up saving money, and overall those apartments were fairly
nice and very inexpensive. However, my car \vas broken into twice in 6
months (I don't have an alarm), so the surrounding neighborhoods may be a
little shady. In addition, the apartments are a little older, so you can hear
people walking upstairs if you live downstairs. Generally, though, there was
no problem hearing things between the side walls."
• The Lakes
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $779 - $1,920
o Size: 683 sq. ft. - 1,251 sq. ft.
o Gated? No.
o Pets allowed? No.
o Washer/dryer? Connections in most units.
o Contact: 8610 Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-1200
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• TheMeadow
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $650 - $1,000
o Size: 561 sq. ft. - 926 sq. ft.
o Gated? No.
o Pets allowed? No.
o Washer/dryer? In most units.
o Contact: 8200 Southwestem
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-1300
• The Chase
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $717 - $1080
o Size: 561 sq. ft. - 1,010 sq. ft.
o Gated? No.
o Pets allowed? No.
o· Washer/ dryer? In some units.
o Contact: 5657 Amesbury Dr.
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-2100
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• The Park
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $696-$1,113
o Size: 560 sq. ft. - 972 sq. ft.
o Gated? No.
o Pets allowed? No.
o Washer/ dryer? Connections in most units.
o Contact: 5349 Amesbury
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-1400
• The Gate
o Offers: Efficiency, 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $548 - $1,303
o Size: 448 sq. ft. - 1,368 sq. ft.
o Gated? No.
o Pets allowed? Yes.
o Washer/ dryet? In some units.
o Contact: 8203 Southwestern
Dallas, TX 75206
214-772-7000
• Westside
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $900 - $1,500
o Size: 697 sq. ft. - 1,156 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? No.
o Washer/ dryer? In most units.
o Contact: 6541 Shady Brook Lane
Dallas, TX 75206
214-361-7785
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• Amesbury Parc www.amesburyparc.com (Not part of The Village, but very close.)
o 5 minutes from campus; located on the Mustang Express bus line
o Offers: 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $632 - $1,175
o Size: 660 sq. ft. - 1,406 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? Yes.
o Washer/dryer? Connections in some units.
o Contact: 4662 Amesbury Dr.
Dallas, TX 75206
214-369-3257
o Student comments:
• "It's very reasonably priced (abont $100 cheaper per month than the average
Village apartment). They respond quickly to maintenance requests. It can be
noisy at times, but I guess that is to be expected when living near other
college kids."
• "I really enjoy living at Amesbnry Parco I have a big apartment and it was
very reasonably priced. It is gated and there are also locks on the walking
gates. I've never had a problem with security and management is great.
They are helpful and will take you to tons of apartments to help you find the
one you like best. It is convenient because it is very centrally located and is
just a couple of minutes from 3 grocery stores, Super Target, and many
restaurants. Also, it only takes about 4 minutes to get to school."
• ''While it is very cheap, there has been quite a bit of property crime here -
cars stolen and broken into."
U niversi1;y Park
• 3314 Daniel Apartments www.3314daniel.com (small, 16-unit apartment building directly
across from law school)
o Offers: 2 bedroom/1 bath
o Cost: $825 - $900
o Size: 800 sq. ft.
o Gated? No. Parking is adjacent to the building in the law school parking
garage.
o Pets allowed? Yes.
o Washer/ dryer? Separate laundry room.
o Contact: 3314 Daniel
Dallas, TX 75275
214-789-2080 or 214-549-4062
o Studen t comments:
• "It's a walk-up apartment building. 1 bedroom and I study apartments
(study can double as small bedroom). The landlord is very helpfnl and I have
loved living here. It has been gteat for me, especially since I am 30 seconds
away from class."
• "I love it. The landlords are both really nice and really like to rent to law
students. The building itself is old, but has lots of personality. They all have
hardwood £loots that were recently refinished within the past year and
everything was repainted before I moved in. I would recommend interested
students to call in the spring and put their name on the waiting list. Since
there are only 16 units, there is very little turn-over."
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Uptown/Turtle Creek/Knox Henderson
• The Linden In Town wwW.lincohlapts.com
o 0ffers: 1-3 bedrooms
o Cost: $783 - $1,406
o Size: 632 sq. ft. - 1205 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? Yes, two pets up to 60 lbs. each.
o Washer/dryer? Connections in all units.
o Contact: 2802 Carroll Ave.
Dallas, TX 75204
214- 431-1700
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• The Gables Ravello www.gables.com
o Offers: 1-3 bedrooms and 2-bedroom townhomes
o Cost: $1,004 - $2,936
o Size: 708 sq. ft. - 2,699 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes, a multi-level parking garage with elevators.
o Pets allowed? Yes, 30 Ibs. and under. A max. of 2 pets and no aggressive breeds.
o Washer/ dryer? A full-size washer and dryer in all units.
o Contact: 2610 Allen St.
Dallas, TX 75204
214-969-9300
o Student comments:
• "If they continue to offer good deals, it is affordable enough, brand new,
very modern, and has a gated parking garage and trash chutes in every hall
(no more walking out to the dumpster!). I can't say enough about the
neighborhood, either. \Vle are walking distance from a lot of great
bars/sports bars/restaurants, and just a few blocks from the West Village,
which is a great place for food, drinks, coffee, and shopping."
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• The Gables 3636 McKinney www.gables.com
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $1,274- $2,160
o Size: 765 sq. ft. - 1,405 sq. ft.
o Gated? Yes.
o Pets allowed? Yes, up to 20 Ibs. full grown. A maximum of two pets.
o Washer/ dryer? Some include a washer and dryer; connections in some units.
o Contact: 3636 McKinney Ave.
Dallas, TX 75204
214-528-3636
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• The Gables Katy Trail 'ovww.gables.com
o Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
o Cost: $745 - $1,305
o Size: 416 sq. ft. - 956 sq. ft.
o Gated? Controlled access gates.
o Pets allowed? Yes.
o Washer/dryer? A stackable washer and dryer; connections in all units & separate
laundry facility.
o Contact: 2821 Carlisle St.
Dallas, TX 75204
214-855-5287
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o Student comments:
• "Icurrently live at the Park at Turtle Creek and I love it. I have lived at a
couple of different apartment complexes in Dallas, but I think this apartment
has been the best deal. They have 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartments and the
rent is extremely reasonable, probably the cheapest in the Uptown area.
Also, most of the residents are relatively young, either late college, grad
students or recent graduates, so it is a nice enviromnent. There is a great
pool, and the clubhouse has a great conference room that is nice for
studying."
• Uptown Area Post Properties - There are 10 Post communities in the Uptown area. All
10 communities are serviced by the centralized leasing center listed below. The website,
www.postproperties.com. allows you to view available floor plans and current price
information and is updated daily.
o Contact: Post Uptown Leasing Center
3000 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
866-430-6087 or 214-965-6565
o Post Abbey
• Offers: 1-3 bedroom townhomes
• Gated? No. Private garages and controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 Ibs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units.
• Physical address: 2525 Worthington
Dallas, TX 75204
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0 Post Cole's Comer
• Offers: 1-2 bedroom apts., two-level studios and lofts
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 Ibs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 3304 Cole Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
0 Post Gallery
• Offers: 1-3 bedroom luxury apts. and two-story penthouses
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units.
• Physical address: 3006 Woodside Plaza
Dallas, TX 75204
0 . Post Heights
• Offers: 1-2 bedrooms and lofts
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 3015 State Street #111
Dallas, TX 75204
0 Post Meridian
• Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
• Gated? Controlled access underground parking.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 2427 Allen Street
Dallas, TX 75204
0 Post Square
• Offers: Multi-level lofts, 1-2 bedrooms
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 2828 Laclede
Dallas, TX 75204
0 Post Uptown Village
• Offers: Studio, 1-2 bedrooms, lofts
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 Ibs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 2121 Routh Street
Dallas, TX 75201
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0 Post Vineyard
• Offers: Lofts, efficiencies, 1-2 bedrooms
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yt. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 3015 Cole Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
0 Post Vintage
• Offers: 1-2 bedrooms
• Gated? Garage parking with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 2800 Cole Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
0 Post Worthington
• Offers: Studio, 1-2 bedrooms
• Gated? Parking garage with controlled access.
• Pets allowed? Yes, a maximum of 2 pets with a combined weight up
to 80 lbs. Must be over 1 yr. old.
• Washer/ dryer? Connections in all units and laundry facility.
• Physical address: 2808 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
There are several small apartruent complexes, garage apartments, condos and duplexes in the
surrounding areas. Additionally, there are a variety of neighborhoods near the campus, with varying
prices of homes. To locate these, your best bet is to "drive the streets" and call the individual
owners or landlotds or check the local paper, The Dallas Morning News. If you are not able to "drive
the streets" you can also search the Dallas Morning News Rental Listing at
www.dallasnews.com/classi fleds /homecen ter.
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