Drexel University (DU) Off-Campus Housings

About Drexel University   

Drexel University is located in Pennsylvania. The overall acceptance rate for all students is reported to be around 82.6%. This applies to both domestic and international applicants.

Let us answer your curiosity related to securing university dorms:

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

2. What is the best month to secure a Drexel University student dorm? February.

3. What is Drexel University dorm allotment priority based on? Freshmen; first come, first served; students with disabilities; and returning students. 

4. Can a student make an advanced booking without a university offer letter? No. 

5. The Drexel University student dorms are estimated to average $4,250 per semester. Which generally includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, security, and shared building amenities.

6. Expect additional costs compared to Drexel University Minneapolis 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.

Drexel University - DU 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 $450/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 Drexel University off-campus housing include Chestnut Street Apartments and Yugo Philadelphia Carriage House.

2. Type 2: Private student houses/apartments: Avg prices $550/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 Drexel University include Cute Double Bedroom at 3-bedroom apartment in Broadridge, Nice bedroom at 3-bedroom apartment near Fairmount, Double bedroom near the Fairmount subway, and Inviting double bedroom in West Poplar.

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 Drexel University - DU

1. Spruce Hill's average rent is $200–$352 per week or $1,500-$2,500 monthly. Recommended Drexel University student housing is Chestnut Street Apartments and Yugo Philadelphia Carriage House.

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation:

• Cycling - 10-15 minutes

• Bus - 20-30 minutes

• Car - 10-15 minutes

• Walking - 30-45 minutes

2. Powelton Village has an average of $400–$700 per week, or $1,600–$2,000 per month.

Distance from campus by using different methods of transportation: 

• Cycling - 10-20 minutes

• Bus - 10-15 minutes

• Car- 10-15 minutes

• Walking - 40-50 minutes 

Benefits of Booking Drexel 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.