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Off-Campus Housing

Quick Stats

Undergrads Living Off Campus 43%
Average Off-Campus Room & Board $9,476

Best Time to Look for a Place

Early spring semester

Popular Areas
  • Mt. Washington
  • Oakland
  • Shadyside
  • South Side
  • Uptown
  • Washington Plaza
Average Rents
  • 1 BR: $600
  • 2 BR: $725
  • 3 BR: $900

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

The areas surrounding Duquesne offer a large selection of off-campus housing. Finding an apartment or house is often considered a right of passage among many Duquesne students. This is an easy task, as most off-campus housing falls within a 10-minute driving time. It is recommended that students have a car if they choose to live off campus, as walking from even uptown or the South Side can be uncomfortable during the winter months.

The South Side proves to be the most popular spot for off-campus housing. It offers a wide variety of housing at a reasonable price. It is also relatively safe. Washington Plaza and uptown can be rented cheaply, but they also require a walk in the Hill District, which many students do not wish to undertake. Some students may look to Oakland, but this option requires a vehicle. Shadyside and Squirrel Hill offer the nicest housing options, but they are often beyond most students’ budgets.

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Off-Campus Housing at Duquesne University

AJane

Psychology '13

4.2
A-

SOUTHSIDE!!

Get a house in soutside. Generally, its cheaper, way more fun and you actually have freedom. Its not super close to campus but you can walk when its nice out and Duquesne has started to provide a shuttle for as little as $50/yr. Not the most safe area, but its a city, what can you do?

Feb 12, 2012

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Off-Campus Housing at Duquesne University

henshea10

Health Care '16

2.3
C

Limited Housing Options

If you don't want to live on campus after sophomore year, which you probably don't, make sure to look early, like before winter break. Most places in South Side are much cheaper than living on campus, but also are mostly 2-3 bedroom houses. Not the nicest area, but South Side has great night life. You'll have fun there, but be careful when walking around alone at night.

Dec 21, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at Duquesne University

sbr107

Business Administration and Management '15

3.1
B-

Poor

Students are forced to stay on campus their freshman and sophomore year which seems ridiculous. The only places to live are Southside really.

Nov 01, 2011

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User rating for Duquesne University - Off-Campus Housing is 3.5 out of 5 based on 21 user reviews.

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For Assistance ContactWhat's This?

Office of Commuter Affairs
(412) 396-6660
www.duq.edu/commuter-affairs/

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