Housing Search

Finding a place to live off-campus can be both an exciting and stressful experience. The Apartment and Off-Campus Student Living team is here to help and has organized the following supportive resources. For additional information or questions, please do not hesitate to contact our team.

Off-Campus Housing Search Website

Student 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 received City of Syracuse code violations, that within the last three years properties have received an internal and external site inspection by City of Syracuse Code Enforcement and more.

Highlights

  • Easily search, filter, save and share off-campus housing properties that match your needs.
  • Quickly identify properties’ distance to campus.
  • Find Syracuse University student roommates.
  • Explore Syracuse University student subleasing opportunities.
  • Instantly contact properties.

Off-Campus Housing Search Website

Inclusion of any property, manager or landlord in the off-campus housing search site (housing.offcampus.syr.edu) does not constitute, and shall not be construed or reported as (1) an endorsement or approval by Syracuse University or College Pads of the landlord, its properties or its business practices, or (2) a warranty or representation by Syracuse University or College Pads as to the quality, safety or other features of such property and/or its owners or management agent(s). Syracuse University and College Pads expressly disclaim any and all responsibility for any problems that may arise with regard to such property or rental units, or with regard to disputes between landlords and tenants concerning such property or rental units. All prospective tenants are encouraged to exercise their own good judgment when evaluating a prospective rental unit or landlord.

Please Note: An account is required to revisit favorited properties, create a sublease post and to create a post to find a roommate. An account does not need to be created to contact properties. Accounts are only available for Syracuse University students.

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. Next select the "Login" button in the top right corner.
  3. From the list of options select "Register."
  4. Use your Syracuse University NetID to complete filling in the needed information.
  5. When ready select "Register."

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. From the top menu select "Listings."
  3. Under "Apartments and Houses for Rent Near Syracuse University" explore and set a variety of filters (e.g. beds, baths, price per person).
  4. To view prices per entire unit keep as is or select the "Per Person" toggle to display price per room.
  5. To explore more filters and amenities select "More Filters." When complete, select "Show Results."

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. From the top menu select "Listings."
  3. Properties will automatically display on the map. Use the property filters to customize what is displayed.
  4. On the map, under "Places" select areas of interest (e.g. supermarket, restaurant, Syracuse University campus spaces, more) to compare distances between properties.
  5. The map also provides the opportunity to zoom in and out, drag and click exploration of the greater City of Syracuse and more.
  6. To learn more about an individual property, select it directly from the map.

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. Next select the "Login" button in the top right corner. If you have not done so, create a Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace account.
  3. From the top menu select "Listings."
  4. Select the heart icon from the individual property listing you would like to save, marking it as a "Favorites." 
  5. To revisit properties on the "Favorites List," from the secondary menu next to the search bar, select the heart icon.

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. From the top menu select "Listings."
  3. From the overarching offering list, select the individual property that you would like to learn more about.
  4. From the individual property page explore commute times, photos, available units, prices, utilities, amenities and more.

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. From the top menu select "Listings."
  3. Contact information is available from the overarching property list and through individual property pages.
  4. When contacting the property users will have to provide their contact information.
  5. Once complete, the property will connect back for next steps.

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. Next select the "Login" button in the top right corner. If you have not done so, create a Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace account.
  3. From the top menu select "Roommates."
  4. From this space, only Syracuse University students will be able to search the "Roommate Board," in addition to create a post sharing information about themselves and what they are seeking in roommates. Here students interested in becoming roommates may also learn the best way to communicate to explore next steps of becoming roommates.

  1. Visit the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace website.
  2. Next select the "Login" button in the top right corner. If you have not done so, create a Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Marketplace account.
  3. Next from the top menu select "Subleases."
  4. From this space, only Syracuse University students will be able to search the "Sublease Board" or make a post seeking short-term leases. If permitted by the existing lease,  students may create a post sharing information about the room or entire unit that they wish to sublease. Here students may also learn the best way to communicate to explore next steps.

Please visit the List With Us webpage to learn more about posting a Syracuse University rental listing.

Property Tracking

One of the more challenging aspects of searching for an off-campus property is keeping track of which ones you have reviewed, what their features and amenities are, and how they compare to other properties.

To help make this process simpler, Student Living has developed an online tool where you can enter information about a property and supply your email address. Once the form is submitted, it will autoreply with a copy of your submission. The benefit of this tool is that it will provide you with a consistent format of information as you review your options. Having this information in your email also makes it easier to share the information with your family if they are helping you to explore and narrow down your options.

Off-Campus Housing Property Information

Housing Search Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

At time of listing, properties on the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing Search website have been checked by Student Living to:

  • confirm rental ability;
  • ensure no pending City of Syracuse code violations;
  • have proper rental Occupancy Certificates on file;
  • ensure that within the last three years, properties have received an internal and external site inspection by City of Syracuse Code Enforcement.
  • Find multiple properties that meet needs such as budget. Students are encouraged to use the Syracuse University Off-Campus Housing search website, as at the time of listing properties are checked to ensure they have not received City of Syracuse code violations, that within the last three years properties have received an internal and external site inspection by City of Syracuse Code Enforcement and more.
  • Schedule a time to meet with the property manager/landlord to view the property.
  • Document the condition of the property, both interior and exterior.
  • Check that all safety mechanisms are in working order. Items to check include the following.
    • Windows open, close and lock.
    • Doors lock.
    • Interior and exterior lighting works.
    • Sidewalk and stairs are well-maintained.
    • There are clear fire escape routes.
  • Ask about utilities and if any are included in rent.
  • Does the property have enough space for you and any roommates to sleep and study adequately?
  • Make note how far it is to the nearest bus stop if you will need to utilize public transportation.
  • Ask who is responsible for any yard maintenance and snow shoveling.
  • Ask how maintenance requests are made.

The City of Syracuse has several different neighborhoods, each with their own identity. The Neighborhoods in Syracuse webpage offers descriptions.

  • Outer Comstock Neighborhood Association
  • Southeast University Neighborhood Association (SEUNA)
  • University Hill
  • Westcott
  • Westcott East Neighborhood Association (Westcott Neighborhood Association)