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WVU Off-Campus Housing in Morgantown
Apartments, Rooms, and Roommates near West Virginia University
Off-campus housing near West Virginia University
WVU has two main campuses, so where you live in Morgantown depends on where most of your classes are. Here you’ll find apartments, houses, private rooms and subleases near both campuses, and every listing is reviewed by our team before it goes live.
Where WVU students live
Sunnyside, right next to the Downtown Campus, is the classic student neighborhood, with shared houses and apartments close to High Street. South Park offers older houses on quieter streets. Evansdale and Suncrest suit students on the Evansdale Campus, with newer complexes and more parking. WVU’s PRT system links the campuses, and Morgantown’s hills make location matter.
What it costs
Most listings run about $500 to $1,200 a month. Shared houses in Sunnyside and South Park are often the cheapest, while new student complexes cost more.
When to start looking
Many landlords in Morgantown start leasing in the fall for the following school year, so start looking in the fall semester. Semester and summer subleases come up regularly.
What’s listed here
Apartments, houses, rooms and subleases from Morgantown landlords and property managers. Use the map below to check distance to your campus, then contact landlords directly. It’s free for WVU students.
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FAQs about WVU Off-Campus Housing
How much does WVU off-campus housing cost?
Most off-campus listings near WVU run about $500 to $1,200 a month. 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 Morgantown?
Many Morgantown landlords start leasing in the fall for the following school year, so start looking in the fall semester.
Which neighborhoods are closest to the WVU campus?
Sunnyside is right next to the Downtown Campus. Evansdale and Suncrest are closest to the Evansdale Campus, so choose based on where most of your classes are.
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 WVU?
You can browse roommate profiles on Morgantown 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 Morgantown?
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 WVU?
Not always. Sunnyside is walkable to the Downtown Campus, and WVU’s PRT links the campuses. Morgantown is hilly, so a car helps if you live further out.
Are the listings on Morgantown Universe free and reviewed?
Yes. Browsing and contacting landlords is free for WVU students, and every listing is reviewed by our team before it goes live.