Best Student Accommodation in Huntsville, USA

University of Alabama in Huntsville

• Casita has 4 accommodation options within walking distance to the university.

• There is one bus stop close to campus; Holmes at Ben Graves EB is just a 5-minute walk away.

• Both U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Purdy Butterfly House are just a 6-minute car ride away.

Alabama A&M University

• Casita’s 2 accommodation options are within walking distance to the university.

• More than 6 bus stops surround the campus; Meridian St at Alabama A&M is just a minute walk away.

• North Alabama Railroad Museum is just a 4-minute car ride away.

J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College

• Our 2 accommodation options are all within walking distance of the campus.

• Huntsville Depot Museum is just a 7-minute car ride away.

Oakwood University

• Casita has 2 accommodation options within walking distance to the university.

• There are more than 3 bus stops close to the campus; Sparkman Dr at Adventist Blvd SB is just a 4-minute walk away.

• U.S. Space & Rocket Center is just a 9-minute car ride away.

Is Huntsville a good place to live?

Huntsville is an amazing place to live. The city ranked third in the 25 best places to live in the U.S. for 2021-2022. The U.S. News and World Report said the 25 cities selected offer the best combination of jobs, desirability, cost of living, and quality of life. The city of Huntsville jumped up 12 spots as it was ranked number 15 in 2020. The reason behind that jump is the strong job market in the midst of rising unemployment issues across the country.

Is living in Huntsville expensive?

Not at all. Huntsville’s cost of living is 5% lower than the national average. The city has grocery prices that are 4% lower than the national average, and its healthcare prices are 3% lower than the national average. Also, Huntsville's housing expenses are 26% lower than the national average and its transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 5% lower than the national average.

Is Huntsville good for international students?

The answer is yes. Especially with The University of Alabama being extremely popular with international students. An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2019 as many as 1,159,798 international students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this diverse international pool, The University of Alabama was home to approximately 1,224 international students.

Huntsville in Alabama is a city rich with historical and cultural significance and offers some of the Country’s best natural wonders. During your stay, take a trip back in history by visiting one of Huntsville’s many museums, exploring the beautiful countryside, enjoying the wide variety of shopping and culinary delights, or going on an adventure that is sure to please the whole family. Huntsville is truly a city that offers a variety of experiences for all ages and interests. 

Take in the sights and explore some of Alabama’s most beautiful architecture in the Twickenham Historic District, the State’s largest antebellum district. Be sure to take in the Weeden House Museum. Established in 1819, it’s the oldest Alabama house open to the public and features guided walking tours. Visit the beautiful Huntsville Botanical Garden which features yearly botanical displays, seasonal festivals, and educational programs for adults and children.

"The Rocket City" also has lots of fun stuff and places that will keep science enthusiasts happy and occupied all day long. The city tends to be smart and technological due to its aforementioned close history with U.S. space missions and its importance in developing space technology. You will find that translated in its museums and centres, such as The US Space and Rocket Centre, and The Sci Quest Hands-on Science Center.

There are a number of options for getting around Huntsville. The city’s bus system, Orbit, operates Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. The city also has Access, a specialized, door-to-door, demand-response paratransit service. The city’s 19 Access vehicles are radio dispatched and ADA accessible. An ADA Paratransit service application and reservations made in advance by 5 p.m. the day before are required to schedule this service.

Huntsville also has a bike-sharing program which is operated by Pace. There are also of course taxi and ride-sharing options, including Uber and Lyft.

Besides having facilities for student accommodation in Huntsville, Casita also offers student accommodation in other Alabama cities. Two of these cities are:

Madison and Athens.