University of Southern California·Los Angeles, CA·Updated Monthly
By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed July 1, 2026
Sierra Apartments leads our July 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near USC with a 3.4/5 FMP Score, followed by 25th St Nest and Apex. The One.. Across the 118 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 University of Southern California for every option.
Sorted by FMP Score from verified USC reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current USC reviews only.
why it ranked: The top overall pick near USC, at 3.4/5 from verified reviews. Well located student lodges University of Southern California. Few minutes walk to the university main campus. Imagine a home where the fine art of living has been perfected. These are the…
| 1 | Sierra Apartments | 3.4/5 | 6 | 16 min | – |
| 2 | 25th St Nest | 5.0/5 | 5 | 24 min | $1300/mo |
| 3 | Apex. The One. | 5.0/5 | 5 | 54 min | – |
| 4 | Figueroa Eight | 5.0/5 | 5 | 59 min | – |
| 5 | The Lorenzo | 5.0/5 | 5 | 23 min | – |
| 6 | 616 Kenmore | 5.0/5 | 5 | 73 min | $2203/mo |
| 7 | The BORA 3170 | 5.0/5 | 5 | 61 min | – |
| 8 | Rise Koreatown | 5.0/5 | 5 | 71 min | – |
| 9 | NEXEN | 5.0/5 | 5 | 66 min | – |
| 10 | Luxe villas | 5.0/5 | 5 | 255 min | – |
| 11 | Zephyr Koreatown | 5.0/5 | 5 | 65 min | – |
| 12 | Kurve | 5.0/5 | 5 | 69 min | – |
Walk times are door-to-door to USC campus. Rent is per person, per month.
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We ran every verified overall review for USC-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.
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see the ranking →Sierra Apartments leads our July 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near USC with a 3.4/5 FMP Score, followed by 25th St Nest and Apex. The One..
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.
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why it ranked: A podium finish for overall near USC, 5.0/5 from verified reviews. You can’t take picture of this It’s already gone
why it ranked: A podium finish for overall near USC, 5.0/5 from verified reviews. Huge Thank you to Liz Escutia. She was amazing throughout the entire leasing process. She took the time to show me both buildings and multiple units so I could really compare my options…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. Living here makes me feel very comfortable and happy. Everyone is very warm-hearted. I'm glad that the color of my rabbit also…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. The Lorenzo residences were the BEST for my stay - everything was AMAZING including the apt layout, suites, cleanliness, friendly…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. Thanks Danny, Estephany, and Angel. You guys will always be legends in my book in management. I got no complaints and would…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. After living in the apartment for the last 6 months I can safely say that it's worth it. The staff is very friendly and…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. I felt really compelled to write a review for The Rise and the management team as they have recently gone above and beyond for my…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. We’ve been living here for about three months (since the end of November), and we genuinely love this building. I often hear…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. Love LuxeVillas! Have lived here 15 years
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. I’ve had a great experience living at Zephyr Apartments. The management team is genuinely responsive and friendly maintenance…
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified USC reviews. I really enjoyed staying at Kurve on Wilshire! The staff was very helpful anytime I needed anything and any problems were delt…