Student Housing in El Paso
El Paso offers the perfect college-town experience for students attending Southwest University, UT El Paso, Pima Medical Institute, El Paso Community College, and Western Technical College. With 31 diverse housing options near campus, finding your ideal student home is effortless. The vibrant neighborhood pulses with youthful energy, featuring trendy cafes, authentic Mexican cuisine, and eclectic dining spots that won't drain your budget. The lively nightlife scene keeps weekends exciting, from casual hangouts to live music venues showcasing local talent. Transportation is seamless, with convenient access to all major universities and easy navigation throughout the city. Whether you prefer walking to class or utilizing public transit, El Paso's layout caters to student mobility. The student housing landscape here is remarkably affordable compared to other university towns, offering everything from modern apartments to cozy shared homes that foster genuine community connections. What truly sets El Paso apart is how the student housing areas naturally cultivate lifelong friendships and memories. You're not just renting a room—you're joining a welcoming, tight-knit community where classmates become roommates, and your neighborhood becomes your second home.
Housing Overview
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- El Paso, TX
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- 24 listed
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What to Know About El Paso
Key highlights for students considering El Paso
31 student housing options near campus offer variety and flexibility
Multiple universities nearby including UT El Paso and El Paso Community College
Affordable cost of living compared to other major university cities
Convenient public transportation options for students without cars
Diverse dining scene with local Mexican cuisine and international options
Downtown El Paso offers entertainment and nightlife venues for students
Student Life in El Paso
# Student Life in El Paso, Texas El Paso offers an exciting blend of affordability, cultural richness, and educational opportunity that makes it increasingly popular among students. The city's warm climate year-round and proximity to both Mexico and New Mexico create a unique, vibrant atmosphere unlike other college towns. With 31 student housing options available, finding accommodation is convenient for students attending The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso Community College, Southwest University at El Paso, Pima Medical Institute, and Western Technical College. Popular neighborhoods like Kern Place and Prospect Park offer walkable streets, local cafes, and easy campus access, while maintaining reasonable rent prices. Employment opportunities abound for students, with retail positions at local shopping centers, hospitality jobs in the growing tourism sector, and service industry work throughout downtown. Many employers actively hire part-time student workers. The social scene thrives around campus areas and downtown, where you'll find live music venues, Mexican restaurants serving authentic cuisine, and outdoor activities in the Franklin Mountains. El Paso's cost of living remains significantly lower than national averages, making it ideal for budget-conscious students. The city's unique culture shines through year-round events like the Sun City Music Festival, Viva! El Paso celebrations, and local art galleries reflecting the rich Mexican-American heritage. The blend of cultures, affordable living, quality education, and entertainment options makes El Paso an attractive destination for students seeking both academic excellence and a dynamic college experience.
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Student Housing in El Paso
Cielo Vista Apartments
Cielo Vista Apartments is a 272-unit apartment community located 1.0 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1960, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, a fitness center, full kitchens, high-speed internet, and laundry facilities. Units feature air conditioning, heating, balcony patios, and standard appliances.
Villa Sierra Apartments
Villa Sierra Apartments is a 243-unit apartment community located at 2435 McKinley Ave in El Paso, TX, approximately 3.7 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1969, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, dog park, full kitchen with dishwasher, air conditioning, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature balcony patios, carpet flooring, and ceiling fans, with community features such as controlled access, a business center, and BBQ grill area.
The Citadel Apartments
The Citadel Apartments is a 263-unit apartment community located at 9455 Viscount Blvd in El Paso, TX, approximately 3.2 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1973, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, full kitchens with dishwashers, high-speed internet, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature air conditioning, heating, carpet, ceiling fans, and cable TV access.
Alza Dwellings
Alza Dwellings is a 153-unit apartment community located at 1831 Murchison Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 3.9 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 2021, the community offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, air conditioning, and amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, and 24/7 maintenance.
The Savoy Lofts
The Savoy Lofts is a 27-unit apartment community built in 2017 located at 120 S Stanton St in El Paso, TX, approximately 4.8 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. The community features in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with dishwashers, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and balcony patios. Building amenities include controlled access, an elevator, laundry facilities, and climate control with air conditioning and heating.
Veranda Apartments
Veranda Apartments is a 64-unit apartment community located at 9800 Montana Ave in El Paso, TX, approximately 3.4 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1969, the property offers furnished units with amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, high-speed internet, a pool, and on-site laundry facilities.
Gateway East Apartments
Gateway East Apartments is a 104-unit apartment community located at 1222 Giles Rd in El Paso, TX, approximately 4.0 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1972, the property offers fully equipped apartments with kitchens and features on-site management, 24/7 maintenance, and high-speed internet access. Amenities include laundry facilities, a clubhouse, playground, and common areas.
Paso Este Apartments
Paso Este Apartments is a 57-unit community located at 718 N Carolina Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 4.5 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1978, the property offers furnished units with full kitchens, air conditioning, and in-unit amenities including balcony patios. The community features laundry facilities, high-speed internet, a dog park, and a playground.
Magoffin Park Villas
Magoffin Park Villas is a 91-unit apartment community located at 900 Myrtle Ave in El Paso, TX, approximately 4.3 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 2011, the community offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, business center, gated access, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers. Units feature air conditioning, heating, balcony patios, and a choice of carpet or hardwood flooring.
Ramey Apartments
Ramey Apartments is a 26-unit apartment community located at 417 W Yandell Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 5.1 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1922, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, full kitchens with granite countertops, laundry facilities, and smoke-free units. Each apartment features carpet and tile flooring, ceiling fans, walk-in closets, and cable TV access.
El Dorado Apartments
El Dorado Apartments is a 101-unit apartment community located at 3500 Bowl Sun Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 5.6 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1965, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, a pool, and on-site management.
Palomar West Apartments
Palomar West Apartments is a 248-unit apartment community located at 535 S Hills Mesa Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 7.4 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1986, the property offers units with amenities including full kitchens, air conditioning, balcony patios, and in-unit features such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, and ceiling fans. Community amenities include a fitness center, clubhouse, courtyard, BBQ grill, and 24/7 maintenance.
The Patriot Apartments
The Patriot Apartments is a 320-unit apartment community located at 4600 Fairbanks Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 8.2 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1994, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, basketball court, dog park, clubhouse, business center, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, balcony patios, and ceiling fans.
Terrace Hill Apts
Terrace Hill Apts is a 310-unit apartment community located at 4111 Westcity Ct in El Paso, TX, approximately 5.8 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1983, the property offers units with full kitchens, air conditioning, balcony patios, and carpet flooring. Amenities include 24/7 maintenance, a clubhouse, community lounge, basketball court, dog park, and BBQ grill facilities.
Trio Apartments
Trio Apartments is a 546-unit apartment community located at 4748 N Mesa St in El Paso, TX, approximately 5.8 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1978, the community offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, granite countertops, and amenities including 24/7 maintenance, laundry facilities, a basketball court, and a community lounge.
Santa Fe Place
Santa Fe Place is an apartment community with 272 units located at 350 N Festival Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 6.2 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1982, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, a fitness center, community lounge, full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, and balcony patios. Additional features include a doorman concierge, BBQ grill, cable TV, and courtyard spaces.
The View at Montecillo Apartments
The View at Montecillo Apartments is a 150-unit apartment community built in 2013, located at 140 W Castellano Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 6.1 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. The property offers amenities including 24-hour fitness facilities, 24-hour maintenance, air conditioning, balcony patios, clubhouse, business center, and community lounge areas. Units feature carpet, ceiling fans, and crown molding, with community features such as controlled access, courtyard space, and a BBQ grill area.
Brisa Apartments and Storage
Brisa Apartments and Storage is a 88-unit apartment community located at 330 Waymore Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 5.7 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1986, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, a fitness center, basketball court, business center, laundry facilities, and high-speed internet access. Units feature full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, ceiling fans, and carpet flooring.
Venue At Montecillo Apartments
Venue At Montecillo Apartments is a 296-unit apartment community located at 5001 N Mesa St in El Paso, TX, approximately 6.2 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 2011, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies, BBQ grills, bike storage, business center, clubhouse, and controlled access.
Mountain Vista Apartments
Mountain Vista Apartments is a 160-unit apartment community located at 5757 Will Ruth Ave in El Paso, TX, approximately 6.9 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 2009, the community offers units equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, heating, and amenities including high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and various in-unit features such as dishwashers, granite countertops, and balcony patios.
Kings Hill Apartments
Kings Hill Apartments is a 271-unit apartment community located at 299 Kingspoint Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 6.0 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1973, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, clubhouse, dog park, and high-speed internet. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, balcony patios, and various other appliances and utilities.
Carousel Apartments El Paso Texas
Carousel Apartments is a 78-unit apartment community located at 5267 Carousel Dr in El Paso, Texas, approximately 6.8 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1968, the property offers apartments equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, heating, and laundry facilities. Units feature amenities including cable TV, ceiling fans, tile floors, range ovens, refrigerators, and views.
Castilleja Apartments - Home
Castilleja Apartments is a 472-unit apartment community located at 1531 Dieter George Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 7.0 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 2009, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balcony patios, basketball court, BBQ grill, business center, clubhouse, dog park, and controlled access.
San Marin Apartments
San Marin Apartments is a 179-unit community located at 1450 Dieter George Dr in El Paso, TX, approximately 7.3 miles from Southwest University at El Paso. Built in 1983, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, fitness center, clubhouse, 24/7 maintenance, and on-site management with online payment options.
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