Student Housing in Prescott, AZ
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About Student Housing in Prescott
Prescott is a small Arizona mountain city home to Prescott College, Yavapai College, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, making it a multi-campus college town with an outdoor-oriented character. The rental market is smaller and less competitive than Phoenix-area cities, and rents are moderate by Arizona standards. The historic Whiskey Row downtown and the proximity to Prescott National Forest give the city an identity beyond its universities — it draws students who want a less urban environment with access to outdoor recreation.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Prescott
Near Prescott College / Embry-Riddle
The primary student zone for both universities — apartments and houses within a mile or two of either campus. Walking and biking to class is practical from here.
Downtown / Courthouse Plaza Area
Prescott's historic core, walkable and with local restaurants and shops. A short bike ride from both campuses. Popular with students who value neighborhood character.
Getting Around Prescott as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Prescott.
Public Transit
Prescott Transit Authority buses connect downtown to the campuses and surrounding neighborhoods. Service is limited by the city's small size. Many students walk or bike for campus trips.
Walking and Biking
Prescott is reasonably bikeable — the terrain is hilly but manageable, and the compact downtown core is walkable. The trail network connecting to Thumb Butte and surrounding areas is excellent for outdoor recreation.
Parking
Easy throughout Prescott. Standard small-city availability.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Prescott
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Prescott runs $650-$950/mo per person — moderate for Arizona. The small market and outdoor-oriented character mean prices are stable and not aggressively rising.
Near the Prescott College and Embry-Riddle campuses for convenience. Near downtown Courthouse Plaza for walkability and the historic core.
Workable near the downtown core and campus areas. Buses exist but frequency is limited. Many students walk or bike. For trips to Phoenix (90 miles south), a car is necessary.
February through April. Not a highly competitive market.
Available from private landlords. The small market is more flexible than larger university cities.
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Most students in Prescott cluster in Near Prescott College / Embry-Riddle and Downtown / Courthouse Plaza Area. These neighborhoods are the natural starting point for any housing search — close to campus, walkable, and where current students consistently land. See the "Best Neighborhoods for Students" section above for what each one is actually like.
Universities in Prescott
Prescott is home to 3 universities, each with its own student housing market.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott Campus
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott Campus sits at roughly 5,000 feet elevation in the Bradshaw Mountains of central Arizona, offering a dramatically different setting from its Florida counterpart. The campus is perched above the city of Prescott, a mid-sized community of around 45,000 people known for its…
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Prescott College is a small progressive liberal arts school in Prescott, Arizona, with a focus on environmental studies and outdoor education. With under 1,000 students, it's one of the smallest schools in the region, so the housing market around it doesn't have the student-complex infrastructure of a larger…
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Yavapai College is a comprehensive community college serving the greater Prescott, Arizona region, with its main campus located at 1100 E Sheldon Street. Founded in 1966, the college offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training programs across a wide range of disciplines. The campus sits in the scenic…
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