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
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- Dallas, TX
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- 24 listed
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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.
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Student Housing in Dallas
Arrive on University
Arrive on University is a 180-unit apartment community located at 5750 E University Blvd in Dallas, TX, approximately 0.9 miles from Southern Methodist University. Built in 1992, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, business center, controlled access, and full kitchens with dishwashers. Additional features include air conditioning, cable TV, EV charging, and community spaces such as a clubhouse and courtyard.
Cityscape Park Apartments
Cityscape Park Apartments is a 68-unit apartment community built in 2021, located at 1818 Park Ave in Dallas, just 0.7 miles from Dallas College. The property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness access, air conditioning, a clubhouse, business center, conference room, bike storage, and outdoor spaces with BBQ grill and courtyard areas.
Katy Trail Uptown Apartments
Katy Trail Uptown Apartments is a 217-unit apartment community located at 5350 McKinney Ave in Dallas, TX, approximately 0.9 miles from Southern Methodist University. Built in 2021, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, pool, in-unit washer/dryer, high-speed internet, and 24/7 maintenance.
Interurban Building Apartments
Interurban Building Apartments is a 134-unit apartment community located at 1500 Jackson St in Dallas, TX, approximately 0.9 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2005, the community features in-unit washer/dryer, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and amenities including a fitness center, pool, gated access, and high-speed internet. On-site management is available to residents.
Butler Brothers Building
Butler Brothers Building is a 237-unit apartment community located at 500 S Ervay St in Dallas, 0.8 miles from Dallas College. This historic property, built in 1910, offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, a business center, clubhouse, community lounge, doorman concierge service, gated community access, pool, and refrigerator in units.
The National Residences
The National Residences is a 324-unit apartment community located at 1401 Elm St in Dallas, TX, approximately 1.1 miles from Dallas College. Built in 1964, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, business center, clubhouse, coffee bar, controlled access, dog park, and on-site convenience store.
MAA Worthington
MAA Worthington is a 343-unit apartment community located at 2808 McKinney Ave in Dallas, built in 1993 and situated 2.3 miles from Dallas College. The property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies, a clubhouse, business center, conference room, car wash, bike storage, and a convenience store on-site.
The Ash at The Branch
The Ash at The Branch is a 402-unit apartment community built in 2017, located at 4646 Amesbury Dr in Dallas, approximately 1.1 miles from Southern Methodist University. The property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, business center, and full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals in units. Residents have access to 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balcony patios with BBQ grills, and elevator service.
Bishop Flats
Bishop Flats is a 118-unit apartment community located at 305 Melba St in Dallas, TX, approximately 2.3 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2018, the property offers amenities including 24-hour fitness facilities, controlled access, a dog park, clubhouse, and on-site convenience store. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, ceiling fans, carpet, and balcony patios, with 24/7 maintenance available.
AMLI Fountain Place
AMLI Fountain Place is a 366-unit apartment community located at 1800 N Field St in Dallas, TX, approximately 1.4 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2020, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness center access, along with resident spaces such as a clubhouse, community lounge, and business center. Units feature air conditioning, balcony patios, and ceiling fans, with additional community features including bike storage, BBQ grills, and controlled access.
Furnished Apartments West Village Dallas
Furnished Apartments West Village Dallas is a 150-unit apartment community located at 3530 Travis St in Dallas, approximately 2.9 miles from Dallas College. 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.
Grand Estates at Kessler Park
Grand Estates at Kessler Park is an apartment community with 338 units located at 1520 N Beckley Ave in Dallas, TX, approximately 1.7 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2000, the property offers fully furnished units with full kitchens and features amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, garage parking, gated access, and 24/7 maintenance.
The Atlantic Highland Park
The Atlantic Highland Park is a 372-unit apartment community located at 3600 Wheeler St in Dallas, TX, approximately 2.4 miles from Southern Methodist University. Built in 2009, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, business center, full kitchens, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, garbage disposals, ceiling fans, balcony patios, and select units include fireplaces.
Tribeca on the Creek
Tribeca on the Creek is an apartment community with 267 units located at 6262 Melody Ln in Dallas, TX, approximately 2.1 miles from Southern Methodist University. Built in 1979, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, full kitchens with dishwashers, controlled access entry, and outdoor features such as a dog park and BBQ grill.
Ele Dallas Apartments
Ele Dallas Apartments is a 236-unit apartment community built in 2022, located at 5714 Richmond Ave in Dallas, approximately 2.1 miles from Southern Methodist University. The community offers in-unit amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers, in-unit washer/dryer, and air conditioning, along with shared facilities such as a fitness center, pool, business center, and on-site management.
Mitchell Lofts
Mitchell Lofts is a 79-unit apartment community located at 3800 Commerce St in Dallas, approximately 1.8 miles from Dallas College. Built in 1928, the property features amenities including a fitness center, game room, dog park, clubhouse, and units equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, and granite countertops. The community offers 24/7 maintenance and an elevator for resident convenience.
The Biltmore
The Biltmore is an apartment community located at 6251 Melody Ln in Dallas, TX, approximately 2.2 miles from Southern Methodist University. Built in 1972, the property contains 584 units and features amenities including a fitness center, full kitchens with dishwashers, 24/7 maintenance, gated community access, and cable TV.
State Thomas Ravello - Dallas
State Thomas Ravello is a 290-unit apartment community located at 2610 Allen St in Dallas, approximately 2.3 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2000, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balcony patios, BBQ grills, bike storage, business center, clubhouse, and controlled access.
The Academic
The Academic is a 364-unit apartment community located at 3700 Ross Ave in Dallas, approximately 2.2 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2021, the property offers units equipped with full kitchens, granite countertops, hardwood floors, and in-unit amenities including dishwashers and double vanities. Residents have access to community facilities including a fitness center, community lounge, courtyard, and 24/7 maintenance.
Miro Apartments
Miro Apartments is a 180-unit apartment community located at 2225 N Harwood St in Dallas, approximately 1.8 miles from Dallas College. Built in 2016, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, dishwashers, a dog park, business center, and controlled access with doorman concierge service.
Carlisle on the Katy Trail
Carlisle on the Katy Trail is a 176-unit apartment community located at 3140 N Hall St in Dallas, approximately 2.8 miles from Dallas College. Built in 1967, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, jogging trail, full kitchens with dishwashers, high-speed internet, and 24/7 maintenance.
Gables Park 17 - Dallas
Gables Park 17 is a 292-unit apartment community located at 1700 Cedar Springs Rd in Dallas, approximately 1.7 miles from Dallas College. 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.
Broadstone Paragon
Broadstone Paragon is a 243-unit apartment community located at 2403 N Washington Ave in Dallas, built in 1999 and situated 2.5 miles from Dallas College. The community offers amenities including a fitness center, pool, dog park, game room, in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchen, and high-speed internet. Additional features include a breakfast bar, community lounge, hardwood floors, fireplace, pantry, storage, and recycling facilities.
Vines at Turtle Creek
Vines at Turtle Creek is a 98-unit apartment community located at 3001 Sale St in Dallas, TX, approximately 2.9 miles from Dallas College. Built in 1999, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, fitness center, pool, gated access, and high-speed internet. Units feature air conditioning, granite countertops, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and fireplace.
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