Arlington is a mid-sized Texas city between Dallas and Fort Worth, home to the University of Texas at Arlington (35,000+ students) and notable for AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field. The student housing market concentrates around UTA's campus in central Arlington, with apartment complexes along Cooper Street as the primary student corridor. Arlington has no light rail or commuter rail — it is one of the largest cities in America with no meaningful fixed-rail transit — so having a car is practically a requirement. Rents are affordable relative to Dallas and Fort Worth, and the city's location between both cities provides employment and internship access.
The main student zone — apartments directly on Cooper Street or within a few blocks of UTA's campus. Dense, affordable, and the most convenient for students at the university.
More affordable than the UTA corridor, popular with students who prioritize price over proximity. A car commute to campus is the tradeoff.
Here's what you need to know about getting around Arlington.
The Arlington E-Link buses connect UTA to some destinations, but Arlington's transit is limited. There is no light rail. DART connection to Dallas requires the TEXRail connection via Fort Worth or specific Arlington Express routes. A car is practically mandatory for most Arlington students.
Near UTA's campus and Cooper Street, biking and walking cover most campus needs. The surrounding city is car-designed suburban sprawl. Do not expect to live car-free in Arlington for more than campus-adjacent trips.
Abundant everywhere. Campus parking requires a permit. Most apartments include a space. Parking is easy.
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Arlington is affordable by DFW standards. Shared units near UTA typically run $600-$900/mo per person. South Arlington comes in lower. Good value for a large metro.
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