Concordia University Chicago (CUC) Off-Campus Housings

About Concordia University Chicago  

Concordia University Chicago is located in Illinois. 8-12% of international students are accepted overall at the university, which is a great number compared to other universities. 

Let us answer your curiosity related to securing university dorms:

1. Does Concordia University Chicago provide on-campus student rooms? Yes.

2. Best month to secure a Concordia University Chicago student dorm? October. 

3. Concordia University Chicago dorm allotment priority is based on? First come, first served, students with disabilities, returning students, and freshmen. 

4. Can a student make an advanced booking without a university offer letter? Yes.

5. Concordia University Chicago student dorms average rent is $4,750/semester. Which generally includes electricity, water, and gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, security, and shared building amenities.

6. Expect additional costs other than Concordia University Chicago on-campus rent, apart from services such as:

   • Meals plans (if unavailable, call 211 to find Food banks nearby for free or lowest prices groceries.)

   • Refundable damage deposit.

   • Bicycle parking / discounted Bus pass to campus.

   • Laundry services.

Concordia University Chicago - CUC Off-Campus Student Housing Options  

There are 2 types of off-campus housing options available; a bit expensive as compared to University dorms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract Length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, and modern amenities:

1. Type 1: Purpose-built off-campus student housing: Avg prices $500-$1,000/month

• Maintained and handled by some private leading student housing providers.

• Only students can apply for off-campus housing.

• Early-bird (Advance) student room booking without a university offer letter is applicable in many housings with a few T&Cs applied; read carefully before booking.

• Generally, flexible tenancy has 3, 6, and 12 months-based bookings.

• Popular Concordia University Chicago accommodation options include West Town, Logan Square - 2852, Chicago - 630 N Franklin St, Wicker Park, Chicago - 405 N Wabash Ave, and Uptown.

2. Type 2: Private student houses/apartments: Avg prices  $400-$800/month

• Maintained and handled by individual landlords.

• Students with their families can book a room. Number of occupants T&C applied.

• Advanced student room booking without a university offer letter applies to many housing with a few T&Cs applied; read carefully before booking.

• Generally, flexible tenancy has weekly, monthly, and semester-based bookings.

• Recommended apartments near Concordia University Chicago Upscale Streeterville Jr 1BR w/ Gym, nr Magnificent Mile, Sleek River West 1BR w/ Rooftop & Gym, steps to Blue Line, Premium Loop 1BR w/ Gym, Roof Deck, near Millennium Park, and Roomy Ravenswood 2BR w/ Rooftop, BBQ, next to Brown line.

However, we suggest checking cancellation and refund policies before booking a room OR speaking with our multilingual student housing experts. 

Popular Student Areas to Live Near Concordia University Chicago - CUC

1. River Forest has an average rent of $150-$275/week, i.e., $600-$1,100/month. Recommended Concordia University Chicago off-campus housing include West Town, Logan Square - 2852, Chicago - 630 N Franklin St, Wicker Park, Chicago - 405 N Wabash Ave, and Uptown.    

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation:

• Cycling - 10-15 minutes

• Bus - 15-20 minutes

• Car - 5-10 minutes

• Walking - 15-25 minutes

2. Oak Park has an average of $162-$300/ week, i.e., average $650-$1,200/month. Recommend Concordia University Chicago student housing include West Town , Logan Square - 2852, Chicago - 630 N Franklin St, Wicker Park, Chicago - 405 N Wabash Ave, Uptown, Pilsen, and East Ukrania Village.   

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation:

• Cycling - 20-25 minutes

• Bus - 25-30 minutes

• Car- 10-15 minutes

• Walking - 30-45 minutes

Benefits of Booking Concordia University Chicago Off-Campus Student Housing Over On-Campus Dorms 

1. Early bird offer (off-campus student rooms generally give discounts or offers on early booking.)

2. More number of student room types to choose from, unlike university dorms.

3. No offer, No Visa, No problem! Easy cancellation process. T&C applied.

4. Avoid expensive last-minute off-campus student room bookings.

5. Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.

6. More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.

7. Off-campus and private lets generally have modern facilities, such as gyms, cinemas, and games rooms.