Student Housing in Arlington, TX
$599+/unit
Fees may applyLiv+ Arlington
$910+/unit
Fees may applyAvalon Apartments
$850+/unit
Fees may applyPark Row Apartments
$1,354+/unit
Fees may applyHighland Villas
$649+/unit
Fees may applyThe Mirage
$2,550/unit
Fees may applyOak Creek at University Place
$1,195+/unit
Fees may applyThe Carriages
$1,325+/unit
Fees may applyTen Twelve West
$1,440+/unit
Fees may applyElliot Pioneer
$3,056+/unit
Fees may applyOne Rangers Way
$1,281+/unit
Fees may applyThe Jones
$1,025+/unit
Fees may applyPinewoods Apartments
$842+/unit
Fees may applyThe Washington Apartment Homes
$899+/unit
Fees may applyThe Jerry
$1,418+/unit
Fees may applyZenith
$995+/person
Fees may applyTreehouse Apartments
$1,114/unit
Fees may applyArbor Oaks
$1,090+/unit
Fees may applyHidden Valley Arlington
$830+/unit
Fees may applyCarriage House
$875+/unit
Fees may applyThe Woodlands of Arlington
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About Student Housing in Arlington
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.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Arlington
Cooper Street Corridor (Near UTA)
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.
Near I-20 / South Arlington
More affordable than the UTA corridor, popular with students who prioritize price over proximity. A car commute to campus is the tradeoff.
Getting Around Arlington as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Arlington.
Public Transit
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.
Walking and Biking
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.
Parking
Abundant everywhere. Campus parking requires a permit. Most apartments include a space. Parking is easy.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Arlington
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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