Apartments near Northwestern University

The Link Evanston, Emerson St, is the closest student housing near Northwestern University, just a 15-minute walk from the university.

The average distance of the amber student housing near Northwestern University is 5 miles, or a 17-minute cab ride.

You should book your housing near Northwestern University 6-9 months before the start of the academic year. So make sure you book your housing in advance for the term you are planning to apply for!

Various terms for the Northwestern University start from September 23 (Fall Quarter), January 4 (Winter Quarter), and March 29 (Spring Quarter)! So make sure you are booking your student apartments near Northwestern University in time.

Foster Station is the closest train station to the university & is only a 5-minute walk. This station helps students travel easily to their Chicago student apartments.

Situated along the shores of Lake Michigan and known for its strong emphasis on research and interdisciplinary learning, Northwestern University attracts students from across the globe. While the university offers on-campus housing options, many students prefer living in student apartments near Northwestern University to enjoy additional amenities & a more personalized student lifestyle. Amber offers housing near the university starting from $1269 per month. Top choices include Tapestry Station and Maple Grove. The average distance of the amber student housing near Northwestern University is within a 4-mile radius or a 10-minute drive.

Founded in 1851, Northwestern University enrols approximately 23,000 students. Most classes range from 10 to 100 students. Northwestern has an acceptance rate of about 7% and is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities globally in the QS World University Rankings. Students can pursue highly regarded programs in Journalism, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, and Communication Studies. Notable alumni include Stephen Colbert, host of The Late Show, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, known for her award-winning roles in television comedy. Students choose off-campus Northwestern University housing, like The Link Evanston, to travel easily to the university. The university is also one of only three top-10 national universities ranked in the top 20 in four graduate school rankings.

Even though Northwestern University provides residential apartments for students, a large number choose to stay in nearby off-campus housing near Northwestern University for added flexibility & convenience. From private studios and shared apartments to 1B & shared rooms, students can explore a wide range of housing choices suited to different budgets, lifestyles, & living preferences.
1. The Link Evanston: The apartment has exclusive facilities like a bike storage and a yoga room. It is located at a 12-minute walk from the university - From $2809 per month.
2. Maple Grove: The apartment has exciting amenities like a breakfast bar and a 24-hour fitness center. It is located at a 6-minute drive from the university - From $2082 per month.
3. Tapestry Station: The apartment has amazing facilities like a rooftop deck and a co-working space. It is located at an 8-minute drive from the university - From $1946 per month.
4. Presidential Apartments: The apartment has top facilities like a sundeck and a 24-hour fitness center. It is located at a 9-minute drive from the university - From $1430 per month.
5. 415 Premier Apartments: The apartment has exclusive amenities like a resident lounge and a 24-hour fitness center. It is located at an 11-minute drive from the university - From $1845 per month.

The Northwestern University campus is about a 10-minute walk from Davis Station. Nearby bus stops such as Sheridan Rd & Noyes St (3-min walk) & Sheridan Rd & Foster St (5-min walk) provide convenient access. The Lake Michigan waterfront is located directly beside the campus, while Lighthouse Beach is around a 10-minute walk away.

At Northwestern University, students can explore a wide variety of academic, professional, &  recreational opportunities through more than 500 student organizations. There are career-oriented groups such as the Northwestern Consulting Group, Investment Banking Club, Product Management Club, & Entrepreneurship Association. They regularly host industry treks, employer networking sessions, startup pitch competitions, & professional development workshops. One of Northwestern's most distinctive strengths is its focus on blending academic study with real-world experience. Outside the classroom, students stay active through Big Ten athletics, performing arts productions, community service programs, & cultural organizations.