Best UTA Off-Campus Apartments in Arlington, Ranked by Student Reviews

Want the short version? Within a 20-minute walk of UTA, the best-reviewed off-campus apartments right now are Oak Creek at University Place (a 5.0 FMP score), Pinewoods Apartments (4.8), and a five-way tie at 4.2 between Arbor Oaks, Linda Vista, Maverick Place, The Dean, and Paddock on Park Row. Starting rents run from $739 to $2,550. The scores come from resident reviews on Find My Place's UT Arlington page. Most places have only about five, though, so the reviews themselves matter more than the decimal.

Key Takeaways

• Pinewoods, on West Mitchell Street, is the sweet spot: a 4.8, 1-bedrooms from $1,025, and a 16-minute walk to class.
• On a tight budget? Maverick Place on Benge Drive rents its 4-bedroom plans from $739 a bedroom.
• A 4.2 and a 4.8 are closer than they look when each rests on five reviews. Read them.
• Close to campus isn't the same as good. A handful of places inside the 20-minute radius score under 2.5.
• Listed prices are base rent. Most of these properties haven't posted their monthly fees, so ask.

How We Ranked These UTA Apartments

We pulled all 142 places on the UT Arlington page and kept only the Arlington ones that the property page puts within a 20-minute walk of campus. Then we sorted by FMP score, which rolls up resident reviews on management, quality, and social life. Anything with fewer than five reviews sits in its own section below. Prices and scores are as of September 27, 2026.

Rank	Property	FMP score	Walk to UTA	Lists from
1	Oak Creek at University Place	5.0	14 min	$2,550 (2-bedroom)
2	Pinewoods Apartments	4.8	16 min	$1,025 (1-bedroom)
3	Arbor Oaks	4.2	14 min	$1,114 (1-bedroom)
4	Linda Vista Apartments	4.2	15 min	$900 (1-bedroom)
5	Maverick Place	4.2	17 min	$739 per bedroom (4-bedroom)
6	The Dean	4.2	17 min	$1,199 (1-bedroom)
7	Paddock on Park Row	4.2	20 min	$1,120 (1-bedroom)

1. Oak Creek at University Place: Top-Rated, With a Top-Tier Price

Nobody near UTA out-scores Oak Creek. It's a perfect 5.0, sitting on Benge Drive about 14 minutes from campus on foot.

The catch is obvious once you see the number. The only plan listed is a 2-bedroom at $2,550 a month, and even split with a roommate that's pricier than almost everything else here. Good fit for two people who'd rather pay up than deal with bad management.

2. Pinewoods Apartments: Best Reviews at a Normal Price

If you only tour one place, make it Pinewoods. You get a 4.8 without the Oak Creek price: 1-bedrooms from $1,025, 2-bedrooms from $1,200, and a 16-minute walk up West Mitchell Street.

The review summary on the listing keeps coming back to maintenance. Fast fixes, clear communication, neighbors who actually know each other. That's what decides whether you like a place in March. Here are Pinewoods' current prices and reviews.

3. Arbor Oaks: Closest of the Well-Rated Options

Arbor Oaks, at 1000 Greek Row Drive, ties for the shortest walk on this list at 14 minutes. It holds a 4.2.

Inventory is thin at the moment. There's exactly one plan up, a 1-bedroom for $1,114, so check the Arbor Oaks listing before you get attached.

4. Linda Vista Apartments: The Cheapest Well-Rated 1-Bedroom

Among the top seven, nobody beats Linda Vista on 1-bedroom rent. It starts at $900, with 2-bedrooms at $1,200, and it's a 15-minute walk.

Most reviewers describe helpful staff, quick repairs, and quiet units. One tells a different story: billing mistakes plus pet and late fees they didn't expect. So read the lease slowly. Linda Vista's listing has the full set of reviews.

5. Maverick Place: Cheapest Per Bedroom Near Campus

Maverick Place is where a group of four saves real money. Its 4-bedroom plans start at $739 a bedroom, a 2-bedroom runs $929, and the lone 1-bedroom is $1,456. The price falls as the bedroom count climbs, which tells you it's priced by the bed.

It's on Benge Drive, 17 minutes out, with a 4.2. Reviews are split. Several people love the manager and the maintenance crew, and one describes roaches, dead appliances, and no hot water. Tour the exact unit, not the model. Start with the Maverick Place listing.

6. The Dean: Well-Maintained Units on Summit Avenue

Residents describe The Dean as well kept and fairly priced for the location. It's a 4.2, about 17 minutes from campus on Summit Avenue.

Floor plans go 1-bedroom from $1,199, 2-bedroom from $1,599, and 3-bedroom from $2,305. Reviewers name specific leasing and maintenance staff they liked. One mentions requests that sat unanswered, which is worth asking about on the tour. See The Dean's floor plans.

7. Paddock on Park Row: Most Floor Plans to Choose From

Paddock on Park Row lists more floor plans than anyone else in the top seven, so it's the easiest place to find a layout you like. Expect 1-bedrooms from $1,120 and 2-bedrooms from $1,441.

It's the farthest on the list, a 20-minute walk down West Park Row Drive, and it scores 4.2. Students mention the location and a staff that makes people feel welcome. Compare units on Paddock's listing.

Worth a Look but Thinly Reviewed: Liv+ Arlington

Liv+ Arlington on South Center Street is among the cheapest student-style buildings near UTA. Private rooms start at $599, and campus is 15 minutes away on foot. Its 5.0 comes from a single review, which is why it's not ranked. If budget comes first, tour it anyway. Here are Liv+ Arlington's floor plans.

Low-Rated Places Near UTA to Check Carefully

A short walk doesn't make a place good. Inside the same 20-minute radius, 848 Mitchell scores 1.0, Centennial Court Apartments 1.6, Sam Maverick Apartments 1.8, and The Arlie 2.0. A couple of them are also among the cheapest listings near campus, which is exactly why people sign there without reading. Don't. Check the Arlington apartment reviews first.

What UTA Apartments Actually Cost Each Month

The number on the listing is base rent. Most of these property pages say outright that the property hasn't posted its monthly fees, so parking, trash, pest control, and amenity charges can still stack on top.

Get the all-in monthly total in writing before you apply. Ask which utilities are included, too. A Texas summer makes the electric bill the biggest wildcard. If price matters more than reviews, our list of the cheapest student apartments near UTA sorts by cost instead.

How Far Is Too Far From UTA?

Twenty minutes on foot is roughly the edge. Past it, Arlington spreads out, and plenty of complexes on the UT Arlington page are an hour or more away walking. At that point you need a car or a dependable ride.

Not sure you want one? Read do you need a car at UTA. Coming from Fort Worth, run the numbers in UTA commute vs living in Arlington.

When to Start Your UTA Housing Search

Aim for the fall before an August move-in if you want one of the top-rated buildings. Those go first, and by spring the good options near campus are thin.

Searching in summer? Look at lease takeovers and sublets from students leaving for internships or transfers. Scammers love a rushed renter, so verify everything. Our guide to spotting rental scams in Arlington lists the tells.

Frequently Asked Questions About UTA Off-Campus Apartments

What is the best-rated apartment near UTA?

Oak Creek at University Place, with a 5.0 FMP score and a 14-minute walk. On a more normal budget, Pinewoods Apartments scores 4.8 with 1-bedrooms from $1,025.

What is the cheapest well-reviewed apartment near UTA?

Maverick Place, where 4-bedroom plans start at $739 a bedroom and the score is 4.2. Liv+ Arlington lists private rooms from $599, but it has just one review so far.

Should I live on campus or off campus at UTA?

That comes down to budget, schedule, and whether you have a car. Our breakdown of UTA on-campus vs off-campus housing puts the costs side by side.

How reliable are these review scores?

Helpful, but thin. With about five reviews per property, one bad experience swings the score. Read the actual reviews, then tour the unit you'd rent.