Student Housing in College Park

Route 1 Corridor and South Campus

Route 1 Corridor and South Campus are among the most popular areas for College Park MD student housing, especially for students who want apartments near campus and easy access to Downtown College Park. Knox Road and Hartwick Road are particularly popular. This area feels busiest after class and on weekends. Restaurants line Baltimore Avenue, while Stamp Student Union and the south side of campus remain within easy reach. Students also have more purpose-built apartment choices here. It is a strong option when walking to campus and having places to eat nearby are the main priorities.

Best for: Short campus commutes, social life and Downtown College Park access.

Route 1 and North Campus

The northern stretch of Route 1 is a practical place to compare student apartments in College Park without living in the busiest part of Downtown College Park. This side of Baltimore Avenue is useful for students who spend more time around the northern and eastern side of campus. The Brendan Iribe Center sits beside Baltimore Avenue, so computer science and engineering students may find the location practical. You still have restaurants and shops along Route 1, but the routine is usually less centred on downtown bars.

Best for: Computer science and engineering students, furnished apartments and a slightly calmer routine.

Berwyn and Lakeland

Berwyn and Lakeland are established College Park neighborhoods east of Route 1. Both have a more residential feel than the apartment-heavy streets around South Campus. The City of College Park officially recognises them as distinct neighborhoods, and both form part of the city’s historic development. This area is a better fit when you want more distance from the busiest student blocks. Housing is more likely to sit among regular residential streets rather than large clusters of high-rise student apartments. Lake Artemesia is also nearby, with connections to the Paint Branch Trail and the wider Anacostia trail network. You may find student housing with shuttle service in College Park MD.

Best for: Graduate students, quieter surroundings and access to green space.

Discovery District

The Discovery District sits next to the University of Maryland Metro station and covers about 150 acres. It brings together research offices, technology companies and new development close to the southeast side of campus. If you are looking for apartments near College Park Metro, Discovery District is definitely suitable for you. It also works well for anyone travelling regularly to Washington, D.C. The district is less focused on traditional student nightlife, but it offers a growing mix of workspaces and dining. Local trails also pass through the wider area.

Best for: Metro access, research students and internships in the wider D.C. area.

College Park Woods

Student housing near College Park Woods suits students who want a quieter home environment west of campus. The neighborhood is located around Metzerott Road and is known for tree-lined residential streets rather than high-rise student apartments. College Park Woods is officially recognized as one of the city’s neighborhoods and sits adjacent to the University of Maryland campus.

Best for: Quiet surroundings, shared houses, and students who prefer a residential neighborhood.

Private Bedroom in Shared Apartment

A private bedroom gives you your own sleeping and study space inside a larger apartment. You normally share the kitchen and living room with roommates. The bathroom may be private or shared, so it is worth checking the floor plan before booking.

This is one of the most practical options for College Park students who want privacy without paying for a full apartment alone. Some buildings use per-person pricing or individual leases, which means each roommate signs separately. Selected properties may also provide roommate matching when you are not moving with friends. University View, for example, advertises furnished 2- and 4-bedroom apartments with individual leases and roommate matching.

Studio Apartments College Park

College Park studio apartments combine the sleeping area, living space, and kitchenette in one self-contained unit, with a private bathroom. There are no roommates or shared living areas inside the apartment.

Studios suit students who want a quiet routine and full control over their space. They are usually more expensive per person than a bedroom in a shared 3- or 4-bedroom apartment. Current College Park listings with studios include Union on Knox, Tempo College Park and The Standard at College Park.

1 bedroom apartments College Park

A 1-bedroom apartment separates the bedroom from the living room and kitchen. This gives you more space and a clearer divide between studying, relaxing and sleeping than a studio.

One-bedroom apartments work well for students who want to live alone but find a studio too compact. They may also suit couples when the property permits dual occupancy. Local availability includes conventional apartments as well as student-focused communities, so check whether the advertised rent is for the whole unit or per person.

2 bedroom apartments College Park

Two bedroom apartments for students in College Park usually include two separate bedrooms with a shared kitchen and living room. Some layouts have one shared bathroom, while 2-bedroom/2-bathroom plans give each resident more privacy. This layout is easier to coordinate than a large group apartment and still lets two students split the rent.

3+ bedroom apartments College Park

Larger student apartments in College Park, Maryland usually give each resident a private bedroom and share the kitchen, living room, and other common areas. Many newer student apartment communities in College Park also offer bathroom-to-bedroom ratios such as 4-bedroom/4-bathroom or 5-bedroom/5-bathroom layouts. These are often the better-value choice on a per-person basis. And they work particularly well for groups of friends.

Costs of College Park Apartments, MD: $11,086 /year

Cost of Food in College Park: $6,638/year

Cost of Transportation in College Park: $3,058/year

Cost of Personal Expenses: $1,200/year

College Park student housing on uhomes.com: from $829/month

Walking

Walking can be a convenient and environmentally friendly short-distance option.

Shuttle-UM

Shuttle-UM operates 19 fare-free routes across campus and Greater College Park. Some routes require a university ID, while College Park residents can apply for a complimentary resident pass. Real-time arrivals are available through the Transit app.

Useful routes include:

• 104: College Park Metro/Discovery District
• 128: Mazza Grandmarc/Tempo/The Nine
• 132: The Varsity
• 133: Grocery Shopping Shuttle

Metro

College Park–University of Maryland Station is located at 4101 River Road. The station currently serves the Green and Yellow lines, connecting College Park with central Washington, D.C. Greenbelt Station is another option for North College Park. Metrorail fares range from $2.25 to $6.75 on weekdays and $2.25 to $2.50 after 9:30 p.m. or on weekends.

MARC Train

College Park Station also serves the MARC Camden Line. The line runs on weekdays only, generally between about 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., so it is more useful for planned regional trips than late-night travel.

VeoRide

College Park has around 400 shared e-bikes and e-scooters. They operate 24/7 off campus, while riding hours on the University of Maryland campus are 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Vehicles can be located and unlocked through the VeoRide app.

Uber and Lyft

Rideshare services are useful for late-night trips, airports, or destinations not covered by Metro and Shuttle-UM. Prices vary by time and demand.

Downtown and Route 1: Downtown College Park is the easiest place to meet friends after class or grab something to eat. Baltimore Avenue runs through the main student area, while City Hall Plaza hosts concerts and community activities during the year.

Outdoor time: Lake Artemesia is a popular break from classes, with space for walking and birdwatching. The Paint Branch Trail and Trolley Trail connect the lake with nearby neighborhoods, the Discovery District and other parts of College Park.

Local events: College Park Day is the city’s main annual festival, with live music, food and community activities. Students can also find events such as the Spring Street Fair and Friday Night LIVE! around the city, rather than relying only on campus entertainment.

Access to Washington, D.C.: The College Park–University of Maryland Metro station serves the Green and Yellow lines. This makes it easier to reach Washington, D.C. for internships, museums, or weekend plans without living in the city itself.

Living in apartments near College Park, MD can make the city easier to enjoy. Students near Downtown or Route 1 are closer to dining and events, while areas such as Berwyn and College Park Woods offer a slower pace. That mix is what gives student living in College Park, MD more variety than a campus-only routine.

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• I-20 or Visitor Visa Form
• Copy of Passport

Please remember that the property does not accept cash when paying your rent in College Park, MD.