Apartments near BU

Bower, Beacon St, is the closest student housing near Boston University, just a 12-minute walk from the university.

The average distance of the amber student housing near Boston University is 2 miles, or a 10-minute cab ride.

The most affordable housing near Boston University is June Homes 02135, which starts from $975 per month.

The Central Library in Copley Square is the closest public library to Boston University, just a 10-minute cab ride away.

Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St is the closest bus stop to the university & is only a 4-minute walk. This station helps students travel easily to their Boston student apartments.

Stretching along the iconic Commonwealth Avenue, Boston University attracts students from across the globe seeking a world-class education in the heart of Boston. While the university offers a wide range of on-campus housing options, many students choose to live in Boston University student apartments to enjoy a more personalized student living experience. Amber offers housing near BU starting from $975 per month. Top apartments include Mission Main & Lightview. The average distance of the amber student housing near Boston University is within a 2-mile radius or a 10-minute cab ride.

Established in 1839, BU enrolls more than 37,000 students. Boston University, Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215, United States, admits roughly 11–14% of applicants, making it a highly selective institution. It is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide in the QS World University Rankings. Students can choose from highly regarded programs in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Communications, Health Sciences, International Relations, & Law. The primary intake begins in August/September. Students choose off-campus Boston University housing, like Bower, to travel conveniently to the university. Martin Luther King Jr. is a famous alumnus from the university.

Even though Boston University provides student housing, several students prefer staying near campus for greater convenience & a more personalized living experience. Off-campus student accommodation around the university includes private studios, shared apartments, 1B rooms, and 2B flats, giving students a wide variety of choices based on their budget, lifestyle, and preferred amenities.

The BU campus is about a 2–3 minute walk from Boston University Central Station on the MBTA Green Line. Nearby bus stops such as Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St (2-min walk) and Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St (5-min walk) make commuting around the city convenient for students. The Charles River Esplanade is located approximately 5 minutes on foot from the university.

Students interested in professional development often join groups such as the Finance & Investment Club, BU Consulting Group, Entrepreneurship Club, and Computer Science Club. One of Boston University's standout features is its internship-rich environment, where students leverage the university's location in Boston to gain hands-on experience with companies, hospitals, research institutes, & nonprofit organizations.