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Off-Campus Housing Near Youngstown State University
$780+/unit
Fees may applyCampus Lofts YSU
$640+/unit
Fees may applyMonticello Apartments including Logan Gate & Logan Way
$725+/unit
Fees may applyNorthwood Apartments
$699+/unit
Fees may applyUniversity Edge Youngstown
$600+/unit
Fees may applyWoods of Liberty
$735+/unit
Fees may applyYSU Enclave (The Enclave)
$702+/unit
Fees may apply3 Illinois Avenue
$850+/unit
Fees may apply634 Properties- Newly Renovated Apartments & Townhomes
$650+/unit
Fees may applyBryson Street Apartments
$6,000/unit
Fees may applyCafaro House
$750+/unit
Fees may applyCampus Lofts
$720+/unit
Fees may applyErie Terminal Place
$675+/unit
Fees may applyFlats at Wick - STUDENT HOUSING
$6,000/unit
Fees may applyKilcawley House
$6,000/unit
Fees may applyLyden House
$699+/unit
Fees may applyPhase 1 | University Edge Youngstown
$750+/unit
Fees may applyWeller House
$750+/unit
Fees may applyWick Tower
$819+/unit
Fees may applyYSU Enclave
About Off-Campus Housing Near Youngstown State University
Youngstown State University is a public research university located in Youngstown, Ohio, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across colleges including business, engineering, health sciences, and liberal arts. Founded in 1908, YSU serves approximately 11,000 students and is known for its strong emphasis on regional workforce development and community engagement. The campus sits on 144 acres in the heart of Youngstown, close to downtown and the city's revitalizing arts and dining scene. YSU's Division I athletics, particularly its football program, are a major part of campus culture.
Youngstown State University Housing Requirements
Freshman Live-On Requirement
Youngstown State University does not have a mandatory live-on requirement for freshmen, though on-campus housing in Cafaro House and other residence facilities is available. Students are welcome to live off campus from their first semester if they choose.
Off-Campus Eligibility
All students at YSU are eligible to rent off-campus housing, and many choose to do so given the abundance of affordable options near the university. The neighborhoods surrounding campus offer a wide variety of apartments, houses, and student-oriented rentals.
Lease Timing
Most landlords near YSU list properties for the following academic year starting in January, with the busiest signing period running from February through April. Students who wait until summer may find fewer options, particularly for units closest to campus.
Housing policies change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with Youngstown State University before signing a lease.