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Off-Campus Housing Near Keene State College
$775+/unit
Fees may applyArcadia Apartments
$1,775+/unit
Fees may applyColony Mill
$1,725+/unit
Fees may applyParkwood Apartments
$1,095/unit
Fees may apply57 Winchester St
About Off-Campus Housing Near Keene State College
Keene State College is a public liberal arts college within the University System of New Hampshire, located in the small city of Keene in the southwestern corner of the state. Founded in 1909, the college enrolls approximately 3,000 undergraduate students and offers more than 40 undergraduate programs in education, arts and humanities, sciences, and professional studies. The campus sits near the center of Keene and blends directly into the surrounding residential neighborhoods, creating a classic New England college town atmosphere. Downtown Keene, with its restaurants, shops, and community events, is a short walk from the main campus gates. Students benefit from a close-knit academic environment with small class sizes and strong faculty mentorship. The surrounding region offers access to outdoor recreation including hiking in the Monadnock region, skiing in southern New Hampshire, and scenic fall foliage that draws visitors from across New England. Off-campus housing options are plentiful within walking distance of campus, making Keene one of the more accessible college housing markets in the state.
Keene State College Housing Requirements
Freshman Live-On Requirement
Keene State College requires all first-year students to live in college-owned residence halls for their freshman year. Living on campus helps new students connect with peers, utilize academic support services, and adapt to college life in a supported environment. Students with documented special circumstances, such as living with a parent within commuting distance, may apply for an exemption.
Off-Campus Eligibility
Students who have completed at least one year at Keene State are generally eligible to move into off-campus housing. A large number of students choose to rent houses or apartments in the residential streets immediately surrounding the campus. Students should check current residency requirements with the Office of Residential Life before finalizing off-campus plans.