INFORMATION FOR UNDERGRADUATES
When it comes to living off campus, it may take some time and research to determine which properties best fit your needs and wants. Utilize the resources and information below to get you started in your off-campus search.
TOWNSHIP-APPROVED STUDENT RENTALS
PLEASE NOTE: The lists below are provided by the local townships and the University does not inspect, investigate, or endorse these properties or landlords in any way. These homes are approved for student use solely by the townships, not the University.
Please pay close attention to the township in which the property is located. Local townships have enacted zoning ordinances that dictate, among other things, the number of unrelated people who can live together. Additionally, some townships restrict student rentals to only those properties designated as a "student home" by the township. Before signing a lease, please verify that the property is appropriate student housing within the township and ask clarifying questions of the landlord or property manager. Visit the Lease Information page to review helpful tips when it comes to signing your lease agreement.
(List updated as of June 2024)
state that no more than two students may reside together (regardless of whether the students are blood-related ) and the property must also be approved as a "student home".
NOTE: Radnor does not govern multi-unit properties (3 or more units). Those owners are permitted to rent to students without township approval. Multi-unit properties in Radnor Township are not included on this list.
108 N Aberdeen Avenue
218 Bailey Road
221 Brook Street
709 Brook Street
710 Brook Street
711 Brook Street
229 Bryn Mawr Avenue
233 Bryn Mawr Avenue
298 S Bryn Mawr Avenue
229 Callanan Avenue
241 Callanan Avenue
245 Callanan Avenue
249 Callanan Avenue
616 Conestoga Road
625 Conestoga Rd
831 Conestoga Road
838 Conestoga Road
205 County Line Road
207 County Line Road
874 County Line Road
900 County Line Road
401 Fairview Avenue
58 Garrett Avenue
74 Garrett Avenue
115 Garrett Avenue
138 Garrett Avenue
140 Garrett Avenue
142 Garrett Avenue
144 Garrett Avenue
146 Garrett Avenue
151 Garrett Avenue
853 Glenbrook Avenue
883 Glenbrook Avenue
885 Glenbrook Avenue
887 Glenbrook Avenue
889 Glenbrook Avenue
893 Glenbrook Avenue
895 Glenbrook Avenue
10 Good Shepherd Terrace
700 Haverford Road
700 Haverford Road
746 Haverford Road
748 Haverford Road
750 Haverford Road
122 W Lancaster Avenue
231 E Lancaster Avenue
233 Lancaster Avenue
500 E Lancaster Avenue 139B
500 E Lancaster Avenue 118C
1030 E Lancaster Avenue 215
1030 E Lancaster Avenue 619
1030 E Lancaster Avenue 832
218 Landover Road
190 Meredith Avenue
214 Rockingham Road
55 Wistar Road
state that no more than three unrelated people may reside together and the property must also be approved as a "student home".
The Lower Merion Township approved student rental properties can be found on the .
state that no more than three unrelated people may reside together and the property must also be approved as a "student home".
954 Upper Gulph Rd.
196 E. Conestoga Rd.
383 Upper Gulph Rd.
478 Quigley Ave.
480 Quigley Ave.
483 Quigley Ave.
957 Mount Pleasant Ave.
961 Henry Ave.
967 Mount Pleasant Ave.
974 Mount Pleasant Ave.
984 Upper Gulph Rd.
985 Mount Pleasant Ave.
995 Mount Pleasant Ave.
FIND A ROOMMATE
Please note: This site is password-protected and is only open to ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ students seeking other ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ students in off-campus housing.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION
There's a wide array of transportation and parking options for students to explore the local area. Additionally, ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥'s Office of Transportation and Parking offers several solutions for your on-campus parking and transit needs.
ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ offers several off-campus shuttles for students. Please see the shuttle schedule for more information.
Injured or disabled students who need to visit the Rothman Institute, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Main Line Diagnosis, Excel Physical Therapy, Premier Urgent Care or other local medical offices for an appointment may call for the Mobility Shuttle.
The off-campus shuttle also transports students, who are otherwise mobile, to several locations. Please visit the Department of Public Safety or Parking Office websites for arrangements.
For more information regarding SEPTA schedules, routes, fares and more, please .
SEPTA is the public transportation service for Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs, including ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ University. There are two SEPTA train stations on-campus:
- Paoli/Thorndale Line (Regional Rail):
- This station (wheelchair-accessible) is located between the Mendel Parking Lot and the S-4 Garage (located by Garey Hall).
- Norristown High Speed line/R100:
- This station is located at the end of the bridge connecting the St. Thomas of ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥ Church and the Wildcat Path, near the Commons (located near McGuinn Hall).
SEPTA TRAIN ROUTES
PAOLI/THORNDALE LINE
The Paoli/Thorndale Line offers the most direct service into Philadelphia, with stops at 30th Street Station (University City area), Suburban Station (Center City) and Jefferson Station. 30th Street Station serves as a major travel hub, providing train, trolley and bus service throughout the city including travel to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
The following stations along the Paoli/Thorndale Line are also direct access points for AMTRAK:
- 30th Street Station
- Ardmore
- Paoli
Paoli/Thorndale Line Regional Rail Station stops include:
Berwyn, Devon, Strafford, Wayne, St. Davids, Radnor, ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥, Rosemont, Bryn Mawr, Haverford, Ardmore, Wynnewood, Narberth, Merion, Overbrook, 30th Street Station, Suburban Station, and Jefferson Station (farther stops are outside of Philadelphia).
SEPTA Key Passes can be purchased at the Paoli/Thorndale station, as well as online.
NORRISTOWN HIGH SPEED LINE (Formally the R100)
The Norristown High Speed Line provides direct access to the 69th Street Transportation Center.
Norristown High Speed Line Station stops include:
Wynnewood Rd., Ardmore Junction, Ardmore Ave., Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Roberts Rd. (Rosemont), Garrett Hill, ÄÌÌÇÖ±²¥, Radnor, County Line and stops at the 69th Street Transportation Center.
SEPTA BUS ROUTES
Two SEPTA bus routes also operate along Lancaster Avenue that provide service throughout the Main Line.
105 Bus: Paoli to 69th Street Transportation Center
Stops include: Cricket and Lancaster Aves, Lancaster and Bryn Mawr Avs, Radnor (Chester and King of Prussia Rds.), Lancaster and Wayne Aves (Wayne), Lancaster and Main Avs (Berwyn).
106 Bus: Ardmore and Paoli to 69th Street Transportation Center
Station stops include: Ardmore, Lancaster and Bryn Mawr Avs, Radnor (Chester and King of Prussia Rds.), Lancaster and Wayne Avs (Wayne), Lancaster and Main Aves (Berwyn).
Zipcar is a car share program that allows vehicle rentals by the hour. To sign-up and for more information, please visit .
Additional Resources
We want to provide the best experience possible for our students and community members. Below are helpful resources and tools to get started with off-campus housing needs.
