North Park University (NPU) Off-Campus Housings

About North Park University  

North Park University is located in Illinois. 5% to 15% 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 North Park University provide on-campus student rooms? Yes.

2. The best month to secure a North Park University student dorm? October. 

3. North Park University 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? No. 

5. North Park University student dorms average $5,725 per semester. Which generally includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, security, and shared building amenities.

6. Expect additional costs compared to North Park University on-campus rent, apart from the services, such as:

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

   • Refundable damage deposit.

   • Bicycle parking / discounted Bus pass to campus.

   • Laundry services.

North Park University - NPU Off-Campus Student Housing Options  

There are two types of off-campus housing options available; they are 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 bookings without a university offer letter are applicable in many housing units with a few T&Cs applied; read carefully before booking.

• Generally, flexible tenancies have 3, 6, or 12 month-based bookings.

• Popular North Park University 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 families can book a room. Number of occupants: T&C applied.

• Advance student room bookings without a university offer letter are applicable in many housing units with a few T&Cs applied. Read carefully before booking.

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

• Recommended apartments near North Park University 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 Hip Streeterville Studio, 1 Block to Navy Pier & Mag Mile. 

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 North Park University - NPU 

1. Ravenswood has an average rent of $212–$325 per week, i.e., $850–$1,300 monthly. Recommended North Park University 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 - 20-30 minutes

  
  

2. Albany Park has an average of $162–$300 per week, i.e., an average of $650–$1,200 per month. Recommended North Park University student housing include Pilsen and East Ukrania Village.   

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation: 

• Cycling - 15-20 minutes

• Bus - 20-25 minutes

• Car- 10-15 minutes

• Walking - 30-40 minutes

Benefits of Booking North Park University Off-Campus Student Housing Over On-Campus Dorms 

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

2. There are more 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 housing usually has shared facilities and common areas.

7. Off-campus and private schools generally have modern facilities like gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.