Student Housing in Richardson, TX
$1,237+/unit
Fees may applyAxis 110 Apartments
$1,729+/unit
Fees may applyBelt & Main Apartments
$1,388+/unit
Fees may applyCaroline Eastside Apartments
$1,832+/unit
Fees may applyCreekside Townhomes
$1,339+/unit
Fees may applyCue Galatyn Station
$1,288+/unit
Fees may applyEstates Of Richardson
$1,235+/unit
Fees may applyFoundation at Cityline
$1,215+/unit
Fees may applyGreenVue
$1,535+/unit
Fees may applyJunction at Galatyn Park
$1,059+/person
Fees may applyLa Mirada Apartments
$1,085+/unit
Fees may applyLockwood Heights Apartments
$1,247+/unit
Fees may applyMAA Eastside Apartments
$1,285+/unit
Fees may applyMadison at Melrose
$1,430+/unit
Fees may applyMallory Eastside Apartments
$1,199+/unit
Fees may applyMarquis at Waterview Apartments
$1,499+/unit
Fees may applyOvation at Galatyn Park Apartments
$1,650+/unit
Fees may applyParks Residential - Richardson
$2,475+/person
Fees may applyParkside Towns Apartments
$1,392+/unit
Fees may applyReserve at Spring Creek
$1,240+/unit
Fees may applyRoyal Arms Apartments
$1,121+/unit
Fees may applySYNC CityLine Apartments
About Student Housing in Richardson
Richardson is the home city of UT Dallas, and its rental market is closely tied to the university. DART's Red and Orange Lines run through Richardson with stops accessible to the UT Dallas campus, making it one of the better transit-connected university cities in the DFW metro. The student neighborhood along Campbell Road and Arapaho Road near campus has a dense concentration of apartment complexes. Rents are moderate relative to Dallas, and the tech-corridor economy of Richardson creates internship opportunities for UT Dallas students right in their backyard.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Richardson
Near UT Dallas (Campbell Road / Arapaho Corridor)
The primary student zone — dense apartment complexes, walking distance or a short drive to UT Dallas, and DART Red Line access nearby. The most competitive and convenient area for UTD students.
Near Galatyn Park Station (DART)
The rail station area north of UTD — apartments within walking distance of DART's Red Line, connecting to downtown Dallas in 30 minutes.
Getting Around Richardson as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Richardson.
Public Transit
DART's Red and Orange Lines run through Richardson, with Galatyn Park and Spring Valley stations closest to UT Dallas. The commute from downtown Dallas to UTD is about 30 minutes. UTD Shuttle connects campus to the nearest DART stations. For students using DART, Richardson is one of the more functional transit university cities in Texas.
Walking and Biking
Near UT Dallas's campus, biking and walking work for campus trips. The broader city is suburban. The UTD area has decent bike lane coverage on key routes.
Parking
Campus parking requires a permit. Most apartments include a space. Abundance of parking off-campus.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Richardson
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Richardson runs $700-$1,000/mo per person near UTD — affordable for the DFW metro and with decent DART access to Dallas. The tech-corridor location keeps demand consistent.
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