Apartments near St. John's University

The Cornelia House in Queen’s County is the closest student housing near St. John’s University, and is located at a 19-minute cab ride from the university.

The average distance of the amber student apartments near St. John’s University is 8.1 miles, and a 20-minute cab ride.

You should book your apartments near St. John’s University, 6-9 months before starting the academic year. So if your term starts in September, you should book your student apartments for rent near St. John’s University in December. If you are opting for the January intake, you can book your student apartments near St. John’s University in March.

Lulu's Bakery is the closest cafe to off-campus St. John’s University housing, being only an 8-minute walk from the college. Chill D Taste Thai is also close by, and is within a 9-minute walk!

Marcantonio Colonna is the closest bus stop to the university & is only a 2-minute walk. This bus stop helps students travel easily to their New York City student housing.

Located in the lively borough of Queens and known for its amazing programs, SJU attracts students from across the world who want a balance of academic excellence & city life. While the university offers on-campus housing, many students choose to live off campus for greater independence, added amenities, & a lifestyle that feels more personalized to their needs. This creates a great demand for student apartments near St. John’s University. Amber offers apartments near the university starting from $875 per month. Top options are Bushwick 419 & 482 Seneca Ave. They are just under an 8.1-mile radius or a 20-minute cab ride from St. John’s University.

St. John's University was established in 1870 & enrolls around 20,000 students across its campuses. The university has an acceptance rate of around 75–85%. It is recognized for programs in Business, Pharmacy, Law, Computer Science, Health Sciences, & Liberal Arts. The main intake takes place in September, with selected programs also offering January admissions. Students often choose off-campus apartments near the university, like The Cornelia House and The Woodbine House. Grammy-winning rapper J. Cole and former New York Governor Mario Cuomo are some of the notable alumni of the university.

Although St. John's University provides residential accommodation options, several students prefer staying near campus for extra convenience & flexibility. Student apartments near St. John’s University include a variety of studios, shared apartments, & 1B flats. These allow students to choose spaces that match their budget, preferred facilities, & daily routine.

The St. John's University Queens campus is about a 10–15 minute drive from Jamaica Station. Nearby bus stops like Union Turnpike/Utopia Parkway (2-min walk) & Grand Central Parkway Service Road (5-min walk) help students travel easily. The Flushing Meadows–Corona Park is located at a 10–15 minute drive from the university.

At St. John's University, students take part in a broad range of academic, leadership, & community activities through student organizations. Popular groups include the Business & Finance Society, Red House Marketing Club, Computer Science Society, & Pre-Law Society. A defining feature of the university is its strong emphasis on service learning & community engagement, with students regularly participating in volunteer projects, leadership programs, & outreach initiatives across New York City.