Student Apartments Arlington - TX

About Arlington - TX

Arlington is located in Texas and is one of this state’s most popular destinations for students. Here is a breakdown of the proportion of international students by level of study in Arlington - TX:

Total number of international students: 3,943

• Undergraduate: 1,485

• Postgraduate and Research:  2,458

Arlington - TX has an estimated percentage of 5.5% of international students, which is above the USA’s national average. The city is home to the University of Texas Arlington, which, according to the QS World Rankings of 2024, ranks #1001-1200 worldwide. 

Popular Student Areas in Arlington - TX 

Popular Arlington - TX areas amongst university students are Downtown Arlington, Viridian, East Arlington, and Pantego. There are a few things to remember while searching for the perfect student area to stay in, including transportation, cost, and amenities.

1. Students living in Downtown Arlington will be near the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), and purpose-built student apartments would cost around US$400-$1,200/month.

• Travel time from Downtown Arlington  to Arlington - TX Downtown, by different modes of transportation:

  • Bus - 10-20 minutes

  • Taxi -  5-10 minutes

  • Walking - 10-20 minutes

2. Students living in Viridian will be near Tarrant County College, and purpose-built student apartments would cost around US$800-$1,500/month.

• Travel time from Viridian  to Arlington - TX Downtown by different modes of transportation:

  • Bus - 20-30 minutes

  • Taxi - 15-20 minutes

3. Students living in East Arlington will be near the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), and purpose-built student apartments would cost around US$800-$1,500/month.

• Travel time from East Arlington to Arlington - TX Downtown by different modes of transportation:

  • Bus - 15-25 minutes

  • Taxi - 10-15 minutes

  • Walking - 15-20 minutes

4. Students living in Pantego will be near the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), and purpose-built student apartments would cost around US$700-$1,200/month.

• Travel time from Pantego to Arlington - TX Downtown by different modes of transportation:

  • Bus - 25-35 minutes

  • Taxi - 20-25 minutes

Best Student Off-Campus Housings in Arlington - TX

Arlington - TX has a variety of student room options, and students can explore different areas of the city in proximity to their universities and budgets. 

Popular student Off-Campus Housing in  Arlington - TX, that provide almost every room type are 23rd St South Serviced Apartments and South 20th St Serviced Apartments.

Discover Student Room Types in Arlington - TX

The purpose-built student housing in Arlington - TX, typically includes various amenities in the bills; it varies according to the provider's terms and conditions. But broadly, we suggest a student should consider budget, needs, and preferences while making decisions. 

Here, we have categorised the room types below based on preferences and budget to help you decide.

Type 1: Affordable off-campus student housing in Arlington - TX:

These cost around US$300-$800/month on average and are recommended for students who are comfortable sharing space. Typically, such properties are houses or apartments. 

• Shared room

  • Amenities: Self-contained apartment with multiple bedrooms, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $400 - $600/month

  • Viridian avg. Rent: $500 - $700/month

  • East Arlington avg. Rent: $350 - $550/month

  • Pantego avg. Rent: $450 - $650/month

• Triple/ Quadruple rooms

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $300-$550 /month

  • Viridian avg. Rent: $400-$650/month

  • East Arlington avg. Rent: $250-$500/month

  • Pantego avg. Rent: $350-$600/month

• Entire place

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $1,600 - $3,000/month

  • Viridian avg. Rent: $2,000 - $4,000/month

  • East Arlington avg. Rent: $1,200 - $2,500/month

  • Pantego avg. Rent: $1,800 - $3,500/month

  • Recommended Arlington - TX student housing for the entire place are Urban Oasis | Skyline Views | DC's Doorstep and Luxury Living | City Views | DC.

Type 2: Affordable off-campus student apartments in Arlington - TX with privacy: These rooms cost around US$500 – US$800/month 

1. Single Room

   1. Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $500 - $800/month

   3. Viridian avg. Rent: $600 - $900/month

   4. East Arlington avg. Rent: $450 - $700/month

   5. Pantego avg. Rent: $550 - $850/month

2. Flatshare 

   1. Amenities: Private Bedroom in a shared house or flat, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $600 - $900/month

   3. Viridian avg. Rent: $700 - $1,000/month

   4. East Arlington avg. Rent: $500 - $800/month

   5. Pantego avg. Rent: $650 - $950/month

3. Double Rooms

   1. Amenities: One bedroom with double bed, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $450 - $700/month

   3. Viridian avg. Rent: $550 - $850/month

   4. East Arlington avg. Rent: $400 - $650/month

   5. Pantego avg. Rent: $500 - $800/month

Room Type 3: Arlington - TX Off-campus student rooms with privacy, quiet space, and near the Downtown cost around US$600-$1,000 (on average)/month. 

4. Student Flats 

   1. Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen

   2. Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $1,600 - $2,600/month

   3. Viridian avg. Rent: $2,000 - $3,000/month

   4. East Arlington avg. Rent: $1,400 - $2,400/month

   5. Pantego avg. Rent: $1,800 - $2,800/month

5. Student En-Suite Rooms 

   1. Amenities: Single bedroom, Private bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $700 - $1,000/month

   3. Viridian avg. Rent: $800 - $1,200/month

   4. East Arlington avg. Rent: $600 - $900/month

   5. Pantego avg. Rent: $750 - $1,100/month

6. Student Studios

   1. Amenities: private bedroom, Private bathroom, private kitchen

   2. Downtown Arlington avg. Rent: $800 - $1,300/month

   3. Viridian avg. Rent: $900 - $1,500/month

   4. East Arlington avg. Rent: $700 - $1,100/month

   5. Pantego avg. Rent: $850 - $1,300/month

Room Type 4: Students who prefer amenities over budget

Student penthouses in Arlington - TX cost around $1,500 to $3,000 /month.

These are suitable for students who prefer to have private bedrooms, a private balcony, a terrace, privacy, spacious rooms, and a top floor that is more over budget.

Cost of Living in Arlington - TX for Students

It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, keeping your Arlington - TX, student housing rent apart, additional expenses are estimated to be around $530 to $2,800. We have curated a list of such necessary items along with some tips to help you reduce the cost of living in Arlington - TX as a student:

1. Food Expenses:  US$325-US$350 /month on average. 

   • We suggest buying groceries that cost around  US$250/month and cooking your own meals. 

   • Shop from grocery stores that offer student discounts on grocery items.

     • Target store: The store is located in Arlington, TX, and it runs weekly sales and promotions on groceries alongside other household essentials, including food. It also offers RedCard for additional discounts. You can spend US$120-US$150 per month there. 

     • Aldi: Store available in Arlington - TX  which is popular for rock-bottom prices on grocery items. You can expect to spend US$75-US$100 per month there. 

     • Walmart: The store is available in Arlington - TX, and offers a student-focused Walmart Student programme for free shipping on grocery orders over US$35 and access to exclusive discounts. You can set a US$50-US$75 budget there for specific items. 

     • Tom Thumb: This is a local brand with a strong loyalty programme; there you can have a budget of US$50-US$75 per month.

     • WinCo Foods:  This is another local brand known for its bulk purchase deals.  

2. Transportation Expenses: US$30-US$75/month on average. Tips to save some money on daily transportation in Arlington - TX, while living as a college student. According to your preferences and the university's distance from your residence, you may choose whichever option suits you.

• Rent Bicycles: A few companies offer docked bike sharing and dockless bike sharing at discounted prices for students. The most popular are BCycle (dockless) and Arlington JUMP (docked), which offer student discounts. 

• Buses & Metro Passes: You can use the UTA bus service for free as a UTA student. Just make sure to have your student ID with you while boarding. The Trinity Metro also offers discounted travel for students. 

• Trains: Amtrak Intercity trains connect major cities across the country and can be a good option for weekend tours. It offers student discounts for people aged between 12-25 years. Amtrak also has discounts on weekend trips.

• Ridesharing: As an alternative to taxis, companies like Uber and Lyft offer student discounts. Just ensure that their services are available in Arlington - TX

• Carpooling: Some universities and colleges offer carpool matching programmes for students.

• Electric Scooters: These are a flexible option for short trips within the city. Many companies, such as Bird or Lime, offer electric scooter-sharing services in Arlington - TX.

3. Kitchen Essentials: cost you between $100-$250. However, it depends on your student room, regardless of whether on-campus and off-campus apartments include kitchen essentials in the rent or not. Checking the property page you are interested in is recommended. Costs may vary according to the city.

   • Basic cookware set (pots, pans, skillet): $20-$50

   • Utensils (spatulas, spoons, forks, knives): $15-$30

   • Plates, bowls, mugs: $10–$20

   • Cutting board, knives: $15-$30

   • Small appliances (microwave, toaster, coffee maker): $75-$130 (for all of these items combined)

   • Tips for international students to save money on Kitchen essentials

     • Thrift stores and consignment shops

     • Reuse utensils of former students leaving the city. Join international student groups or ask your friends for someone who is ready to give away their utensils or lend them to you.

     • Online marketplaces are helpful for buying items at affordable prices and second-hand items. Checking the item personally is recommended.

     • Check if your university has any college campus rental programmes for kitchen utensils.

     • Search for appliance rental companies nearby in the city to rent out kitchen essentials.

     • Cook in groups: If you are a group of students moving together, divide the selected rental utensil bill with them. It will reduce the cost way more than expected.

4. Bedding, Bathroom, and Cleaning Essentials: approximately cost you around US$200-US$500.

   • Bedding Essentials would cost you approximately US$100–US$250.

including

• Mattress and box spring: $150-$500 (Some properties already include it in rent; checking before buying yourself is recommended.)

• Comforter: $20-$50 (Some properties already include it in rent; checking before buying yourself is recommended.)

• Sheets: $10-$30

• Pillows: $5-$10

• Blanket: $10-$20

• Bathroom Essentials would cost you approximately US$50–US$150

Including

• Toothbrush: $2-$5

• Toothpaste:$2-$5

• Bar soap: $1-$3

• Body wash: $3-$10

• Shampoo and conditioner: $5-$15

• Razor:$5-$10

• Shaving cream: $2-$5

• Towel: $2-$5

• Cleaning Essentials would cost you approximately US$50–US$100.

Including the items shared below. Generally, cleaning essentials are required for living in studio apartments and private rooms.

• Dish soap: $1-$2 (Concentrated formulas)

• Sponges: $1-$3  

• Trash bags: $3-$5 for a large roll

• Laundry detergent: $5-$10 (Arm & Hammer or Seventh Generation detergents)

• Cleaning wipes: $2-$5 for a pack

• All-purpose cleaner: $3-$5

• Toilet bowl cleaner: $2-$3

• Mop and bucket: $5-$10

• Tips for international students to save money on Bedding & Bathroom essentials

  • Shop during sales, promotions on special occasions

  • Buy in bulk from the stores that offer student discounts.

  • Reuse the bedding essentials of former students leaving the city. Join international student groups or ask your friends for someone who is ready to give away their bedding essentials.