Florida International University (FIU) Off-Campus Housings

About Florida International University  

Florida International University is located in Florida. FIU's overall acceptance rate is around 64%, which is a great number compared to other universities, and it also includes the acceptance of international students. 

Let us answer your curiosity related to securing university dorms:

1. Does Florida International University provide on-campus student rooms? Yes.

2. What is the best month to secure a Florida International University student dorm? November. 

3. What is Florida International University dorm allotment priority 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. Florida International University student dorms average $2,700- $5,349 per semester. Which generally includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, security, and shared building amenities.

6. Expect additional costs compared to Florida International 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.

Florida International University - FIU 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 $800-$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 Florida International University accommodation options include Miami - 2757, Miami - 7904 West, and Miami - 7441 Wayne Ave.

2. Type 2: Private student houses/apartments: Avg prices  $700-$1,200/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 Florida International University apartments Spacious 4-bedroom apartment in the Parkview Island,Smart double bedroom between mainland Florida and Miami Beach, and Bright double bedroom with balcony in the North Bay Island. 

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 Florida International University - FIU 

1. Westchester has an average rent of $212–$325 per week, i.e., $850–$1,300 monthly.

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation:

• Cycling - 20-30 minutes

• Bus - 20-45 minutes

• Car - 10-20 minutes

• Walking - 45 minutes

2. Sweetwater has an average of $162–$300 per week, i.e., an average of $650–$1,200 per month. Recommended Florida International University student housing include Miami - 2757, Miami - 7904 West, and Miami - 7441 Wayne Ave

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation: 

• Cycling - 30-45 minutes

• Bus - 30-60 minutes

• Car- 10-25 minutes

• Walking - 60 minutes

Benefits of Booking Florida International 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.