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The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near GCU (September 2026)

Grand Canyon University·Phoenix, AZ·Updated Monthly

By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed September 1, 2026

123 properties reviewed
697+ reviews analyzed
updated September 2026
independent·no pay-to-rank
the short answer

ANOVA Central Station leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near GCU with a 4.6/5 FMP Score, followed by Rosie and Sol Modern. Across the 123 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near Grand Canyon University for every option.

  • winnerANOVA Central Station
  • FMP Score range3.6–5.0 / 5
  • avg walk94 min to campus
  • rent range$405–$4905 /person
the ranking

The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near GCU

Sorted by FMP Score from verified GCU reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current GCU reviews only.

  1. ANOVA Central Station

    ANOVA Central Station

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    4.6(10 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: ANOVA Central Station earns its ranking through exceptional staff responsiveness and a genuinely clean, amenity-rich environment that students love. Carla, Spencer, and the broader team are praised repeatedly for being friendly, attentive, and quick to resolve issues even on move-in day. The property shines with amenities like a beautiful pool and movie room, and staff members like Rashad have earned praise for handling problems the same day they're reported. As one resident noted, "Carla in particular has been pleasant to work with" and made the leasing process "incredibly easy from start to finish." This is a community where the team genuinely cares about your experience before and after you move in.

    125 min walk to GCU$694/person/mo
  2. Rosie

    Rosie

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    4.6(10 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Rosie stands out for its exceptional staff who make every interaction feel personal and genuinely welcoming, paired with a fantastic downtown Phoenix location and well-maintained apartments. Camilla, Grace, Maddy, and the rest of the team are consistently praised for going above and beyond during move-in and throughout residents' stays, creating a sense of community that keeps people coming back. The property itself is described as a hidden gem with great upkeep and a safe, quiet atmosphere. As one resident shared, "The ladies in the office were incredibly helpful and informative from start to finish. They answered all my questions, made the process easy, and genuinely seemed to care about finding the right fit." This is a place where you'll feel at home from day one.

    119 min walk to GCU$1249/person/mo
  3. Sol Modern

    Sol Modern

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    3.8(10 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Sol Modern impresses with genuinely world-class amenities the pool deck, full gym, basketball court, and lounge spaces are the real draw here, and they're worth the move-in. Staff members like Bobby and Ahliza earn real praise for patience and communication, especially when things get complicated. As one resident shared, "Bobby has been super patient, helpful, and communicative every step of the way." Just know that the building was still finishing construction as of mid-2026, so expect some growing pains and don't expect everything to be turnkey on day one.

    124 min walk to GCU$1693/person/mo

  4. Summers Point Apartments

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    3.8(10 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Summers Point has genuinely transformed under new management, and residents are noticing the difference in both staff attitude and day-to-day upkeep. Team members like Issiah, Priscilla, and Kate are praised for their positive energy and hands-on approach to keeping the community clean and responsive to problems. As one happy resident put it, "Yo recomiendo este lugar hay nuevo personal, la verdad ellos son muy amables todos en la oficina" (I recommend this place, the new staff is truly very friendly). The pool stays clean and the office actually follows up a refreshing shift from how things used to run.

    47 min walk to GCU$1036/person/mo
  5. Adara

    Adara

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    3.8(10 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Adara earns its ranking through staff that genuinely cares and a leasing process that actually listens. Ryan, Dominic, Jordyn, and Sade consistently go above and beyond to make residents feel heard, whether you're moving in for the first time or your third stay. As one long-term resident said, "Their biggest flex is their staff.. Jordyn and Dominic were absolutely amazing!! They genuinely care about their tenants' welfare." The maintenance team is equally responsive, and the price-to-convenience ratio keeps people coming back year after year.

    125 min walk to GCU$773/person/mo

  6. The Flats at 45th Ave

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    3.6(6 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 3.6/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. I love living at ironwood I've lived here for 3 years And plan to stay the property is well kept and the manager makes sure…

    66 min walk to GCU$598/person/mo
  7. The Stewart

    The Stewart

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. I recently toured The Stewart, and the experience was amazing from start to finish. The property itself is beautiful, clean, and…

    119 min walk to GCU$1368/person/mo

  8. Missouri Crossing

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. We went on a tour with Ashley today, she was so kind and delightful. She took the time to show us the apartment and property. We…

    52 min walk to GCU$405/person/mo
  9. 1616 N Central Ave

    1616 N Central Ave

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. I’ve been living at the Muse for 6 months. It’s a great clean and spacious complex with cool amenities. Their maintenance crew is…

    108 min walk to GCU$1231/person/mo
  10. Broadstone Portland

    Broadstone Portland

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. My experience at Broadstone Portland has been so pleasant. I have loved the community events that have been ongoing; I think it’s…

    122 min walk to GCU$1649/person/mo

  11. Crosstown Phoenix Apartments

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. Very nice and private apartment complex. Great staff and property management addresses resident feedback quickly. Maintenance is…

    53 min walk to GCU$660/person/mo

  12. Colter Park Apartments

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified GCU reviews. I’m excited to be moving into this community. From the start, the staff has been welcoming and helpful, which made the process…

    66 min walk to GCU$638/person/mo

The Full Ranking, One Table

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The full ranking of every listed apartment, sortable by any column.
1ANOVA Central Station4.6/510125 min$694/mo
2Rosie4.6/510119 min$1249/mo
3Sol Modern3.8/510124 min$1693/mo
4Summers Point Apartments3.8/51047 min$1036/mo
5Adara3.8/510125 min$773/mo
6The Flats at 45th Ave3.6/5666 min$598/mo
7The Stewart5.0/55119 min$1368/mo
8Missouri Crossing5.0/5552 min$405/mo
91616 N Central Ave5.0/55108 min$1231/mo
10Broadstone Portland5.0/55122 min$1649/mo
11Crosstown Phoenix Apartments5.0/5553 min$660/mo
12Colter Park Apartments5.0/5566 min$638/mo

Walk times are door-to-door to GCU campus. Rent is per person, per month.

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How We Ranked These Apartments

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Ranked by the FMP Score

FMP Score, high to low. That’s the whole ranking. It’s our overall measure of a property, combining verified review scores with signals reviews miss, like how current the listing is kept and how responsive management is. Ties go to the property with more verified reviews.

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Who Makes the List

Every property near GCU can appear, but it takes a minimum number of verified reviews before we score and rank it. Properties under that bar sit below every ranked property and move up automatically as reviews come in.

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How We Calculate the FMP Score

The FMP Score blends the social, management, and quality scores from verified reviews with signals that a place is actively and well run, like how up to date its listing is kept and how consistently management responds to residents. It’s built to surface genuinely well-run properties, not just the highest raw review average.

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What Makes an Apartment ‘well-rounded’ Near GCU

We ran every verified overall review for GCU-area apartments through theme analysis. These are the themes students bring up most when a place feels well-rounded, by share of the reviews that mention them.

responsive staff care
35%
maintenance responsiveness
7%
prime downtown location
2%

Based on AI analysis of verified GCU overall reviews, refreshed monthly. Percentages show the share of reviews that mention each theme; most reviews mention more than one. See our complete GCU review data →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best overall student apartment near GCU?

ANOVA Central Station leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near GCU with a 4.6/5 FMP Score, followed by Rosie and Sol Modern.

How is this ranking calculated?

This list is ranked by one number: each property's overall score from verified reviews. Students rate a property's overall 1 to 5, and we average those scores, counting recent reviews more heavily than older ones. No self-reported data from landlords.

What makes an apartment the best overall?

The best overall apartments score highly across everything students rate (social scene, management, and unit quality), not just one. This ranking uses each property's overall rating from verified reviews.

How often is this ranking updated?

Monthly. We re-pull verified reviews and re-score every property at the start of each month, so the order reflects the most recent 24 months of student feedback. The “updated” date at the top of the page shows the latest refresh.

How many reviews does a property need to be included?

There's a minimum number of verified reviews to rank by score, and we don't publish the exact bar so it can't be gamed. Properties under it still appear, below every qualified property and ordered by review count, so a 5.0 from one review never outranks a 4.5 from thirty. Once a property collects enough reviews, it moves into the scored ranking automatically.

Is this ranking independent, or can properties pay to rank higher?

It's fully independent. There's no pay-to-rank. Position is set by verified reviews alone. Property managers can't buy placement, remove reviews, or influence the score.

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