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A three-story brick apartment building at University Courtyard Rexburg features exterior staircases and balconies on a sunny day. Several parked cars, bicycles near the entrance, and autumn-colored trees complete the scene.
A three-story brick apartment building at University Courtyard Rexburg with metal railings and outdoor staircases, adjacent to a parking lot with cars and bicycles, trees with autumn leaves in the background, under a clear blue sky.

$925+/person

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University Courtyard

3.9 (29)
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Aspen Village
Aspen Village

$895+/person

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Aspen Village

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Cougar Court Apartments Rexburg is a three-story building with beige siding and brick exterior, green lawn, and a wheelchair-accessible parking space in the foreground; a church appears in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

$900/person

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Cougar Court Apartments

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A white, single-story building with a gray metal roof sits behind a grassy lawn and sidewalk at Galaxy Rexburg, surrounded by bushes, small trees, and a parking lot. The sky is clear and sunny.

$895/person

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Galaxy

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A modern three-story apartment building with green siding and balconies, Madison Station Rexburg features several people on balconies and near the entrance. Two cars are parked in front, and the image displays "Madison Station" at the top.

$1,199/unit

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Madison Station

4.8
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Mesa Falls
Mesa Falls

$1,065+/unit

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Mesa Falls

4.0 (1)
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Three-story modern apartment building at Mountain Shores Rexburg with light gray siding, white railings on balconies, and large windows, pictured under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

$900+/person

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Mountain Shores

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Modern wooden apartment buildings with large windows, covered entryways, and metal siding accents define Teton River Lofts Rexburg. A concrete walkway and green lawns run alongside the buildings under a clear blue sky.

$1,100/person

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Teton River Flats

4.8
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A single-story beige building with red brick accents and a covered entryway sits on a neatly manicured lawn at The Village Rexburg, with a multi-story brick building visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

$900+/unit

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The Village

2.7 (6)
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A small apartment building, Wayside Manor Rexburg, features a brown brick exterior and wooden stairs beside a parking lot with several cars on a sunny day. Trees and a white building can be seen in the background.

$775+/unit

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Wayside Manor

2.3
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About Off-Campus Housing Near Brigham Young University – Idaho

Rexburg is one of the most student-dominated housing markets in the Mountain West — BYU-Idaho essentially shapes the entire local economy, and off-campus housing operates on a semester-contract model rather than annual leases. Inventory cycles three times a year, so timing matters more here than almost anywhere else. Rent is low by any national measure — $350–$550/month for a shared room is typical — but you're competing against a large student body with limited inventory. The city is small, flat, and bitterly cold from November through March. Most students cluster within a half-mile radius of campus along 2nd East and Center Street, where the majority of BYU-I-approved complexes are located.

Brigham Young University – Idaho Housing Requirements

Freshman Live-On Requirements

BYU-Idaho does not require freshmen to live on campus in the traditional sense — the university operates university-owned housing (termed "university housing") and has an approved off-campus housing list. Single students under 35 typically must live in BYU-I-approved housing. The university's housing office maintains a list of complexes that meet standards for single students.

Off-Campus Eligibility

Students must live in university-approved housing unless they qualify for exceptions (married, older students, living with family). The approved housing list is published on BYU-I's website and updated each semester. Choosing from that list is the practical starting point for most students.

Lease Timing

BYU-Idaho runs three semesters: fall (September–December), winter (January–April), and spring (April–July). Each semester has its own housing cycle. Fall semester is the most competitive — start looking in June for fall, or in November for winter semester.

Housing policies change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with Brigham Young University – Idaho before signing a lease.

When to Start Looking for Housing Near Brigham Young University – Idaho

Early Searchers

Students who start looking 2–3 months before a semester begins get the best selection from the approved housing list. For fall semester, that means June. Complexes fill fastest in the fall cycle — early movers get to choose roommates and unit types rather than getting assigned to whatever remains.

Peak Demand Window

July and August are the peak competition months for fall housing near BYU-I. The same window compresses around early December for winter semester. During these peaks, popular complexes on the approved list fill completely and waitlists form quickly.

Last-Minute Options

Rexburg is small enough that last-minute housing does exist — students sometimes relist units when plans change, and some complexes hold spots through semester start. Expect to have fewer choices and possibly end up on the approved list's less convenient options. The BYU-I housing office can sometimes help connect late-searching students with available units.

Neighborhoods Near Brigham Young University – Idaho

Near Campus (2nd East / Center Street Corridor)

The densest approved-housing zone — walking distance from the main academic buildings. Most BYU-I-approved complexes are concentrated here. The highest competition comes with the best convenience. This is where most freshmen and younger students end up.

South Rexburg

A short walk or bike ride from campus with slightly lower rents and a more mixed student population. Some newer complexes have built here targeting students who want more space or quieter surroundings. Popular with upperclassmen and students returning from missions who want a lower-intensity environment.

Frequently Asked Questions: Off-Campus Housing Near Brigham Young University – Idaho

Common questions from students searching for housing.

BYU-Idaho is one of the most affordable student housing markets in the West. Expect to pay $350–$550/month for a room in a shared 4-person apartment. Semester contracts are standard — monthly rent is low, but you typically prepay for the full semester upfront.

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