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PROPERTY LISTINGS
SDSU Off-Campus Housing in the College Area
Apartments, Rooms, and Roommates near San Diego State University
Off-campus housing near San Diego State University
Most SDSU students who move off campus stay in the College Area, the neighborhood that surrounds campus. Here you’ll find apartments, houses, private rooms and subleases near SDSU, and every listing is reviewed by our team before it goes live.
Where SDSU students live
The College Area, around Montezuma Road and College Avenue, has shared houses and apartments within walking distance. Rolando, to the southeast, is quieter with more houses. The El Cajon Boulevard corridor has newer apartments. The SDSU Trolley stop connects campus to Mission Valley and downtown, so some students live along the Green Line.
What it costs
Most listings run about $1,200 a month for a room to $5,500 a month for a whole house. Sharing a house with roommates is usually the cheapest way to live near campus, while new student buildings cost the most.
When to start looking
Many College Area landlords start leasing in the fall and winter for the following August, so start looking early in the spring semester at the latest. Summer subleases are common.
What’s listed here
Apartments, houses, rooms and subleases from San Diego landlords and property managers. Browse below and contact landlords directly. It’s free for SDSU students.
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FAQs about SDSU Off-Campus Housing
How much does SDSU off-campus housing cost?
Most off-campus listings near SDSU run about $1,200 a month for a room to $5,500 a month for a whole house. Price depends on how close you are to campus, the size of the place, and whether you rent a room in a shared house or a whole apartment.
When should I start looking for off-campus housing in the College Area?
Many College Area landlords start leasing in the fall and winter for the following August, so start looking by early in the spring semester at the latest.
Which neighborhoods are closest to the SDSU campus?
The College Area, around Montezuma Road and College Avenue, surrounds campus. Rolando, to the southeast, is also close.
Is off-campus housing cheaper than the dorms?
It can be. Sharing a house or a large apartment with roommates is often cheaper than a dorm room and meal plan, while a newer studio near campus usually costs more. Remember to add utilities, internet and furniture when you compare.
How do I find a roommate at SDSU?
You can browse roommate profiles on College Area Universe or create your own, then message students who match your budget and move-in date. Many students also team up with friends and rent a whole house together.
How do subleases work in the College Area?
A sublease lets you take over a room or apartment from a current tenant for part of their lease, often for the summer or one semester. Make sure the landlord allows it, and get the terms, dates and rent in writing before you pay.
Do I need a car to live off campus at SDSU?
Not necessarily. The College Area is walkable, and the SDSU Trolley stop connects campus to Mission Valley and downtown.
Are the listings on College Area Universe free and reviewed?
Yes. Browsing and contacting landlords is free for SDSU students, and every listing is reviewed by our team before it goes live.