Student Housing Providers

List of Student Housing Providers in the United States

This page features Student Housing Providers across the United States—companies that develop, own, lease, and manage housing specifically designed for college and university students.

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    • The Michaels Organization Logo

      The Michaels Organization

      Type of Company: Student Housing Providers
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    • Balfour Beatty Communities logo

      Balfour Beatty Communities

      Type of Company: Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • American Campus Communities (ACC) logo

      American Campus Communities (ACC)

      Type of Company: Home Builders & Developers, Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • The Scion Group

      Type of Company: Student Housing Providers
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    • The Preiss Company logo

      The Preiss Company

      Type of Company: Home Builders & Developers, Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • Campus Apartments logo

      Campus Apartments

      Type of Company: Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • The Collier Companies

      Type of Company: Home Builders & Developers, Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • Campus Advantage logo

      Campus Advantage

      Type of Company: Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • Landmark Properties logo

      Landmark Properties

      Type of Company: Home Builders & Developers, Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    • Core Spaces logo

      Core Spaces

      Type of Company: Home Builders & Developers, Property Management Companies, Student Housing Providers
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    Services Offered

    • Student Apartment Leasing: Leasing of furnished or unfurnished apartments designed for students, often with individual leases per bedroom.
    • Purpose-Built Student Housing Management: Full management of communities built specifically for students, including operations, maintenance, and resident services.
    • Off-Campus Housing Solutions: Management of privately owned housing located near colleges and universities, offering alternatives to on-campus dorms.
    • Room-by-Room Leasing: Individual lease structures that allow students to rent a single bedroom while sharing common areas.
    • Furnished Units & Utilities Packages: Provision of furnished apartments with bundled utilities such as internet, water, and electricity.
    • Maintenance & Facilities Management: 24/7 maintenance services, inspections, and upkeep of student-focused residential properties.
    • Resident Life & Community Programs: Organized events, study spaces, and amenities aimed at enhancing student engagement and retention.
    • Pre-Leasing & Academic-Year Leasing: Leasing models aligned with academic calendars rather than traditional 12-month residential leases.

    Licensing & Requirements

    Student Housing Providers in the U.S. must comply with state and local property management laws, including landlord-tenant regulations, fair housing laws, and safety codes. Licensing requirements vary by state and may include real estate broker or property management licenses. Providers typically must meet building, fire, and health regulations, and many follow federal standards such as the Fair Housing Act and ADA accessibility guidelines. While no single national certification is mandatory, professional affiliations (e.g., student housing or property management associations) are common.

    How to Choose a Student Housing Providers

    When comparing Student Housing Providers, consider the following factors:

    • Proximity to campus and access to transportation
    • Lease structure, including individual vs. joint leases
    • Included amenities (furnishings, utilities, internet, security)
    • Reputation and reviews from current or past residents
    • Management responsiveness and maintenance availability
    • Lease alignment with academic terms

    Questions to ask include how maintenance requests are handled, what costs are included in rent, and what policies apply to roommates, subleasing, or early termination. Common pitfalls include overlooking additional fees, misunderstanding lease length, or not reviewing community rules in advance.

    Typical Costs

    Costs for student housing vary widely by location and property type. Monthly rents often range from $600 to $1,500+ per bed, depending on the city, proximity to campus, and amenities offered. Additional costs may include application fees, security deposits, parking fees, or bundled utility charges. Many student housing providers offer all-inclusive pricing, which can simplify budgeting but may be higher than traditional off-campus rentals.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. Federal and private student loans can typically be used to pay for housing costs, including rent, utilities, and required fees, as long as the expenses are part of the school’s estimated cost of attendance.

    Student housing refers to residential accommodations designed for college or university students. This includes on-campus dormitories as well as off-campus apartments and communities managed by Student Housing Providers.

    In most cases, yes. Student loans can be applied to off-campus housing expenses if the total costs fall within the school’s approved cost of attendance.

    Student housing is commonly paid for using a combination of student loans, scholarships, grants, savings, family support, or income from part-time work. Payments are usually made monthly or per academic term.

    Student housing typically operates on academic-year leases and may offer individual leases per bedroom. Properties often include student-focused amenities, furnished units, and on-site management to support residents throughout the school year.

    No. On-campus housing is owned or operated by the school, while student housing providers manage off-campus or privately owned communities designed specifically for students.

    Many student housing providers offer bundled utilities and internet, but inclusions vary by property. Lease terms should always be reviewed carefully.