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Student housing near the University of Utah
How off-campus housing works around the U, what types of housing exist, and how to plan a group search.
For students & parents · 5 min read
Types of housing
- Purpose-built student communities, usually leased by the bed
- Conventional apartment buildings, usually leased by the unit
- Houses and duplexes, often leased jointly by groups
Getting to campus
TRAX light rail, UTA buses, and campus shuttles make transit a realistic option from many neighborhoods. Proximity to a TRAX station is worth weighing heavily if your group does not plan to keep cars.
Plan as a group
Start by agreeing on group size, budget, and must-haves. Then compare options by cost per person, commute, and lease structure. Cohort is built to help groups do exactly this.
This guide is general information, not legal or financial advice. Lease terms vary by property — always read your lease and ask the leasing office when something is unclear.