Apartments near Samuel Merritt University

The closest Oakland student housing is Identity Logan Park, just a 12-minute drive away.

Samuel Merritt University apartments typically range from $595 to $6624 per month.

Samuel Merritt University’s September intake typically begins in early September, and the Spring intake begins in January.

Broadway & 11th Street bus stop is a 4-minute walk from the campus.

For the September intake, start looking in January or February at the latest. Rooms within walking distance of campus sell out quickly.

Students searching for Samuel Merritt University student housing can choose from a variety of off-campus apartments. Through amber, students can browse verified Samuel Merritt University apartments that suit different preferences. One popular choice is Identity Logan Park, located about a 12-minute drive from the Oakland campus. Samuel Merritt University apartments generally start from $595 per month & can exceed $6,624 per month.

Samuel Merritt University is located at 525 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94607, & traces its origins to 1909. The university has 2,500 students & offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, & certificate programs. Samuel Merritt University is known for its programs in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Podiatric Medicine, & Medicine. The university maintains strong partnerships with hospitals and healthcare providers throughout California, resulting in excellent graduate employment outcomes for students. 

Finding quality Samuel Merritt University housing is simple with amber. Students can choose from studios, private apartments, & shared 2–4 bedroom options. Some of the best Samuel Merritt University housing options include:

Samuel Merritt University has access to public transport throughout the city. The 12th Street/Oakland City Center BART Station is a 2-minute walk from the downtown campus. AC Transit operates several bus routes nearby, with Broadway & 11th Street & 12th Street & Clay Street bus stops located within a 4-minute walk of campus. Students also have convenient access to Oakland Jack London Square Station, served by Amtrak Capitol Corridor trains, which is a 20-minute walk.

Campus life at Samuel Merritt University is through Student Affairs & the Student Body Association (SBA). Students can participate in cultural organizations, including the Student Nurses' Association, Student Occupational Therapy Association, Student Physical Therapy Association, Physician Assistant Student Society, & various volunteer groups. The university also hosts annual events such as New Student Orientation, White Coat Ceremonies, Commencement, Wellness Week, professional networking events, alumni activities, & student organization fairs that help collaboration across healthcare disciplines.