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Corvallis is Oregon State University's college town and follows the classic small-college-town pattern: the rental market runs on OSU's calendar, apartments near campus fill in winter, and the entire city's rhythm follows the Beavers' academic year. Rents are moderate for Oregon — cheaper than Portland and Eugene, though they have risen with OSU's growth. The city has genuine outdoor culture and access to the coast and mountains within driving distance. Most students live within a mile or two of campus, either in the immediate student zone or the more residential neighborhoods to the south and west.
The primary student zone — dense with apartments within walking or biking distance of OSU's main buildings. Fills by February for the following fall.
Quieter and slightly more affordable, with more house rentals mixed in. Popular with graduate students and upperclassmen. Short bike ride to campus.
Here's what you need to know about getting around Corvallis.
Corvallis Transit System (CTS) provides free bus service throughout the city for all riders — one of the genuine advantages of Corvallis for car-free students. Routes connect OSU's campus to most residential areas with reasonable frequency.
Corvallis is very bikeable — flat terrain, good bike lane coverage, and a cycling culture that comes naturally in an Oregon college town. Most students bike to class year-round, rain included. The campus is walkable within itself.
Campus parking requires a permit. Near the student zone, street parking is competitive. Most students adapt to biking quickly.
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Corvallis is one of the more affordable college towns in Oregon. Shared units near OSU typically run $650-$950/mo per person. It is cheaper than Portland and Eugene for comparable quality.
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