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Student Housing in Dallas

Dallas offers an exceptional college-town atmosphere with a vibrant student community spread across multiple prestigious universities. With 68 housing options strategically positioned near campus locations, finding your perfect home is effortless. Whether you attend Dallas College, University of North Texas at Dallas, Paul Quinn College, SMU, or The College of Health Care Professions, student housing puts you minutes from your classes.

The city pulses with energy that appeals to students—trendy restaurants, late-night cafes, and world-class nightlife in neighborhoods like Deep Ellum and Uptown keep the social scene thriving. Public transportation and bike-friendly streets make getting around seamless without a car, while proximity to shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions adds convenience to everyday life.

Dallas's diverse housing landscape caters to every budget and lifestyle preference, from modern apartments with study lounges to shared homes fostering tight-knit friendships. The student housing market here genuinely understands what college life demands—community spaces, affordable rent, and locations that keep you connected to campus and the city's best offerings.

Housing Overview

Location
Dallas, TX
Properties
24 listed
Total Beds
0

What to Know About Dallas

Key highlights for students considering Dallas

68 student housing options near campus offer diverse choices

Multiple universities in one area create vibrant student community

Dallas College, UNT Dallas, and SMU all within reach

Major Texas city offers extensive public transportation network

Competitive housing market with options across multiple price points

Downtown Dallas nightlife and entertainment scene nearby

Student Life in Dallas

Student Life in Dallas, Texas

Dallas offers an exciting blend of urban energy and Southern charm that attracts students from around the world. With five universities including SMU, UNT Dallas, and Dallas College, the city provides diverse academic opportunities while maintaining a vibrant student community.

The city's appeal lies in its dynamic job market, cultural attractions, and relatively affordable lifestyle compared to other major metropolitan areas. Students can explore world-class museums, catch live music performances, and enjoy outdoor spaces like White Rock Lake—all accessible through the excellent public transit system.

Student-friendly neighborhoods cluster around campus areas, offering affordable housing from the 68 available options. Uptown and Deep Ellum buzz with energy, featuring trendy restaurants, bars, and galleries popular with the college crowd. Lower-rent areas like Oak Lawn provide quieter alternatives while remaining close to universities.

Dallas's booming economy creates abundant part-time opportunities across retail, hospitality, tech, and healthcare sectors. Many students balance work with studies at the numerous coffee shops and businesses hiring flexible hours.

The social scene is exceptional. From Cowboys games to vibrant nightlife in Uptown, students never lack entertainment. The city hosts annual events like the State Fair of Texas, offering unique local experiences that build community.

While living costs have risen recently, Dallas remains more affordable than comparable cities. Students benefit from reasonable rent, inexpensive dining options, and free cultural events throughout the year.

24 Housing Options Nearby

Student Housing in Dallas

Arrive on University

Dallas, TX · Built 1992 · 180 units
4.0(109)
A
Near Dallas

Arrive on University is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering residents amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and community lounge. The community features controlled access, a courtyard, and a business center, with individual units equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, and fireplaces. Additional amenities include cable TV access, EV charging, and a freezer.

Location A+Reputation A-Amenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBusiness CenterCable TvCeiling FansClubhouse+30 more

Katy Trail Uptown Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 2021 · 217 units
4.0(34)
B+
Near Dallas

Katy Trail Uptown Apartments is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering amenities including a fitness center, pool, in-unit washer dryer, and full kitchen. Residents have access to bike storage, a clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, and high-speed internet, with units featuring air conditioning, heating, patio decks, and elevator access.

Location A+Reputation B+Amenities D+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBike StorageClubhouseLounge+11 more

Cityscape Park Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 2021 · 68 units
4.0(18)
A-
Near Dallas

Cityscape Park Apartments in Dallas, TX is an apartment community offering residents amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and community lounge. The units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, carpet, ceiling fans, and private balcony patios, while the community provides bike storage, a business center, conference room, controlled access, courtyard space, and a BBQ grill.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities A+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike Storage+59 more

Interurban Building Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 2005 · 134 units
3.0(63)
B-
Near Dallas

Interurban Building Apartments is a gated community in Dallas, TX offering apartment homes with in-unit washer dryer, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances including range oven and refrigerator. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, pool, courtyard, BBQ grill, and on-site management, with features such as air conditioning, high-speed internet, cable TV, and large windows.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities D+
Air ConditioningBBQ AreaCable TvCourtyardFitness CenterGated Community+12 more

Butler Brothers Building

Dallas, TX · Built 1910 · 237 units
2.0(48)
C+
Near Dallas

Butler Brothers Building is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering air conditioning and a range of shared amenities including a pool, clubhouse, and community lounge. The gated community features a doorman concierge and business center, with a refrigerator included.

Location B+Reputation CAmenities D
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBusiness CenterClubhouseLoungeDoorman Concierge+3 more

Gables Republic Tower - Dallas

Dallas, TX · Built 2006 · 229 units
4.0(60)
B
1.2 mi from campus

Gables Republic Tower is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering a full kitchen with dishwasher and freezer, air conditioning, and ceiling fans. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, business center, bike storage, and BBQ grill.

Location BReputation B+Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterCable Tv+36 more

Mitchell Lofts

Dallas, TX · Built 1928 · 79 units
3.0(17)
B-
1.8 mi from campus

Mitchell Lofts is an apartment community in Dallas, TX featuring hardwood floors and granite countertops throughout. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, game room, dog park, clubhouse, and community lounge, along with air conditioning, ceiling fans, full kitchen with dishwasher and freezer, cable TV, elevator access, and a BBQ grill.

Location BReputation B-Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaCable TvCeiling FansClubhouse+26 more

Gables Katy Trail- Dallas

Dallas, TX · Built 1986 · 158 units
4.0(43)
B-
2.5 mi from campus

Gables Katy Trail is a gated apartment community in Dallas, TX offering fully furnished units with full kitchens, dishwashers, and freezers. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, bike storage, controlled access entry, and outdoor features such as balcony patios and BBQ grills.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageCable Tv+28 more

The National

Dallas, TX · Built 1964 · 324 units
4.0(35)
B
1.1 mi from campus

The National is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering amenities including air conditioning, a business center, clubhouse, and community lounge. Residents have access to a coffee bar, dog park, doorman concierge service, EV charging, and a convenience store, along with in-unit dishwashers and controlled access.

Location BReputation B+Amenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCable TvClubhouse+39 more

Carlisle on the Katy Trail

Dallas, TX · Built 1967 · 176 units
3.0(21)
C+
2.8 mi from campus

Carlisle on the Katy Trail is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering amenities including air conditioning, heating, full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, high-speed internet, and cable TV. Residents have access to a fitness center, jogging trail, courtyard, and laundry facilities, with individual units featuring balcony patios, carpet, and ceiling fans.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioCable TvCarpetCeiling Fans+23 more

Grand Estates at Kessler Park

Dallas, TX · Built 2000 · 338 units
4.0(28)
B
1.7 mi from campus

Grand Estates at Kessler Park is a gated apartment community in Dallas, TX offering fully furnished units with full kitchens and hardwood floors. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, community lounge, business center, garage parking, and outdoor BBQ grill facilities.

Location BReputation B+Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCeiling FansClubhouse+25 more

Villas at Katy Trail Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 1997 · 252 units
4.0(21)
B-
2.4 mi from campus

Villas at Katy Trail Apartments is a gated apartment community in Dallas, TX offering a range of amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and business center. Units feature air conditioning, heating, full kitchens with dishwashers and freezers, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and balcony patios, with high-speed internet and cable TV available.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCable TvClubhouse+24 more

Uptown Trail Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 2012 · 334 units
4.0(59)
B-
2.5 mi from campus

Uptown Trail Apartments is a gated community in Dallas, TX offering apartment living with a full kitchen, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, courtyard, business center, bike storage, and BBQ grill, with units featuring air conditioning, carpet, hardwood floors, and elevator access.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C-
Air ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterCarpetClubhouse+17 more

Trend Design District Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 2008 · 309 units
4.0(33)
B-
2.3 mi from campus

Trend Design District Apartments is a fully furnished apartment community in Dallas, TX, offering a complete kitchen with granite countertops, freezer, air conditioning, heating, and ceiling fans. Residents enjoy access to amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, elevator service, controlled access, and doorman concierge.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningCable TvCeiling FansClubhouseLounge+22 more

AMLI Fountain Place

Dallas, TX · Built 2020 · 366 units
4.0(11)
B+
1.4 mi from campus

AMLI Fountain Place is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering a range of amenities including fitness facilities, climate control, outdoor spaces, and shared community areas. Residents have access to a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, business center, and coffee bar, along with in-unit features such as air conditioning, ceiling fans, balcony patios, and dishwashers. Additional amenities include controlled access, bike storage, BBQ grills, cable TV, and a courtyard.

Location BReputation B+Amenities A
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike Storage+56 more

MAA Katy Trail

Dallas, TX · Built 2010 · 231 units
4.0(24)
B
2.9 mi from campus

MAA Katy Trail is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering amenities including air conditioning, balcony patios, BBQ grills, a business center, cable TV, clubhouse, controlled access, an on-site convenience store, courtyard, dishwasher, double vanity, elevator access, and EV charging.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCable Tv+35 more

The Armstrong at Knox

Dallas, TX · Built 2015 · 165 units
4.0(36)
B+
1.5 mi from campus

The Armstrong at Knox is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering air conditioning, balcony patios, and in-unit dishwashers. Residents have access to amenities including a clubhouse, community lounge, courtyard, business center, convenience store, and controlled access entry with doorman concierge service.

Location AReputation B+Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCable Tv+25 more

Peridot Residences - Downtown Dallas

Dallas, TX · Built 2023 · 292 units
5.0(36)
A-
1.1 mi from campus

Peridot Residences is an apartment community located in Downtown Dallas offering amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and community lounge. The community features controlled access, bike storage, a dog park, and a convenience store, with units equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, dishwashers, and double vanities.

Location BReputation A+Amenities A-
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+43 more

Furnished Apartments West Village Dallas

Dallas, TX · Built 1994 · 150 units
C+
2.9 mi from campus

Built in 1994, the property offers furnished units with amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, dog park, business center, and various in-unit features such as dishwashers, air conditioning, and balcony patios.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCarpet+26 more

Ele Dallas Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 2022 · 236 units
4.0(13)
B
2.1 mi from campus

Ele Dallas Apartments is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering in-unit amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers, ranges, ovens, and refrigerators, as well as in-unit washer dryer units. The community features air conditioning, high speed internet, a fitness center, pool, business center, community lounge, elevator access, on-site management, and package lockers.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities D+
Air ConditioningBusiness CenterLoungeDishwasherElevatorFitness Center+11 more

The National Residences

Dallas, TX · Built 1964 · 324 units
4.0(39)
B
1.1 mi from campus

The National Residences is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering air conditioning, in-unit dishwashers, and controlled access. Residents have access to amenities including a clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, business center, coffee bar, BBQ grill, dog park, convenience store, cable TV, elevator service, doorman concierge, and EV charging.

Location BReputation B+Amenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCable TvClubhouse+39 more

The Academic

Dallas, TX · Built 2021 · 364 units
3.0(118)
C+
2.2 mi from campus

The Academic is an apartment community in Dallas, TX offering a full kitchen with granite countertops, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and freezer. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, community lounge, courtyard, air conditioning, heating, ceiling fans, hardwood floors, cable TV, balcony patio, and double vanity.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioCable TvCeiling FansLounge+22 more

Gables Park 17 - Dallas

Dallas, TX · Built 2009 · 292 units
4.0(63)
B
1.7 mi from campus

Built in 2009, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, in-unit dishwashers, balcony patios, a clubhouse, coffee bar, dog park, bike storage, and controlled access with doorman concierge service.

Location BReputation B+Amenities B
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterCable Tv+37 more

The Caruth Premier Townhome Apartments

Dallas, TX · Built 1999 · 339 units
4.0(65)
B
1.4 mi from campus

The Caruth Premier Townhome Apartments in Dallas, TX is an apartment community offering in-unit washer dryer, full kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, and hardwood floors. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, pool, clubhouse, business center, and controlled access entry, along with air conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV, high-speed internet, and fireplace.

Location AReputation B+Amenities C-
Air ConditioningBusiness CenterCable TvCeiling FansClubhouseGated+13 more
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