🏖️ UCSB Housing Hacks Every Gaucho Should Know

Owen Conrad
Oct 16
2 min read

UCSB HOUSING HACKS

🌇 Overview for UCSB Housing hacks

Finding housing near UC Santa Barbara can be competitive, but with UCSB Universe, it’s easier than ever. Here are three simple hacks every Gaucho should know to find great off-campus housing, connect with roommates, and furnish their new place affordably.

🏠 1. Browse Listings on UCSB Universe

“First, you can open up UCSB Universe and click the See Current Listings page. This is going to show you all the options, either in Isla Vista or near campus — one bed, one bath, two bed, one bath, five minutes from campus. It's all going to be here for you.” UCSB video.MP4

From cozy one-bedrooms in Isla Vista to larger shared apartments just five minutes from campus, UCSB Universe offers options that fit every student’s lifestyle.

👯‍♀️ 2. Create a Roommate Profile

“This is going to show you all the other UCSB roommates that are also looking for housing. Reach out to them and ultimately apply to housing on the site.” UCSB video.MP4

You can connect directly with other UCSB students also looking to live off-campus. Create your roommate profile, browse matches, and find your ideal housemates before signing a lease.

🛋️ 3. Furnish Your Place with the UCSB Universe Marketplace

“Lastly, you can go to the UCSB marketplace and find all of the items that are listed — furniture, bed, desk, drawers — all here for you.” UCSB video.MP4

No furniture? No problem. The UCSB Universe marketplace helps students furnish their new apartments without breaking the bank — all through listings from other Gauchos.