Cultivate a spirit of freedom and independence by choosing off-campus living at Syracuse University and explore all the Syracuse area has to offer.
Living off campus is a decision that will have an impact on your college experience. The appeal of living on your own is enhanced by opportunities for more privacy and personal space as well as a greater sense of freedom and independence. As you begin to explore this opportunity, it is important to be thorough in your preparation and search process.
As you begin considering your options, start by determining your needs. Some things to consider in this process include proximity to campus, type of housing, affordability, furnishings and more.
If you intend to study abroad, your lease needs to permit subletting, and you will need to find someone to whom you can sublet. Otherwise, you will be responsible for paying rent on the property while you are abroad. If you need housing for only part of the year due to studying abroad, you may want to explore on-campus housing options instead, as signing a one-semester housing agreement may be less challenging. For more information about on-campus options, please contact Housing, Meal Plan, and ID Card Services.
Residential Living has partnered with College Pads to provide a comprehensive off-campus housing website. At the time of listing, properties are checked to ensure they have not been cited for City of Syracuse code violations and have received an internal and external site inspection within the last three years by City of Syracuse Code Enforcement and more.
When deciding to move off campus, be thorough in your preparation and search process. Below are some highlights, and you can find complete details on the Residential Living website.
To help you keep track of your needs and interests, Residential Living has developed an online tool that you can complete—enter your email address and a copy will be sent back to you for your records. The responses you provide can help as you begin the housing search process. If your needs change, you can complete the form again. Visit the considering off-campus housing page to learn more.
Carefully review the lease before signing, as it will include everything expected of the tenant and details of what the landlord will provide. Undergraduate students have access to Student Legal Services as part of their student fee and are encouraged to have an attorney review the lease before signing. Visit the Residential Living Lease Signing Process webpage for complete details.
Living off campus means an increased responsibility for your safety. This includes personal safety, such as using services like the Orange Safe mobile app and campus shuttles, which provide free transportation on and around campus. In addition, it's important to be aware of property safety issues, such as understanding fire and substance (e.g. carbon monoxide, lead and mold) best practices. Visit the Residential Living Safety and Transportation webpage to learn more.
Information important to our off-campus students about August and January move-in, break periods and other seasonal details can be found on the Residential Living website. Additional information may be added throughout the year.
