Student Housing in Richardson, TX
Student Housing in Richardson, TX
$1,362+/unit
Fees may applyThe James at Canyon Creek Apartments
$1,499+/unit
Fees may applyOvation at Galatyn Park Apartments
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About Student Housing in Richardson
Richardson is the home city of UT Dallas, and its rental market is closely tied to the university. DART's Red and Orange Lines run through Richardson with stops accessible to the UT Dallas campus, making it one of the better transit-connected university cities in the DFW metro. The student neighborhood along Campbell Road and Arapaho Road near campus has a dense concentration of apartment complexes. Rents are moderate relative to Dallas, and the tech-corridor economy of Richardson creates internship opportunities for UT Dallas students right in their backyard.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Richardson
Near UT Dallas (Campbell Road / Arapaho Corridor)
The primary student zone — dense apartment complexes, walking distance or a short drive to UT Dallas, and DART Red Line access nearby. The most competitive and convenient area for UTD students.
Near Galatyn Park Station (DART)
The rail station area north of UTD — apartments within walking distance of DART's Red Line, connecting to downtown Dallas in 30 minutes.
Getting Around Richardson as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Richardson.
Public Transit
DART's Red and Orange Lines run through Richardson, with Galatyn Park and Spring Valley stations closest to UT Dallas. The commute from downtown Dallas to UTD is about 30 minutes. UTD Shuttle connects campus to the nearest DART stations. For students using DART, Richardson is one of the more functional transit university cities in Texas.
Walking and Biking
Near UT Dallas's campus, biking and walking work for campus trips. The broader city is suburban. The UTD area has decent bike lane coverage on key routes.
Parking
Campus parking requires a permit. Most apartments include a space. Abundance of parking off-campus.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Richardson
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Richardson runs $700-$1,000/mo per person near UTD — affordable for the DFW metro and with decent DART access to Dallas. The tech-corridor location keeps demand consistent.
The Campbell Road corridor near UT Dallas is the primary student zone. Near Galatyn Park DART station for the best rail access to Dallas.
Yes, near DART stations. UTD students with Aggie passes or DART passes can commute to Dallas and surrounding cities. For daily campus life, transit and biking cover most needs.
January through March for fall. Moderately competitive near UTD.
Available from private landlords. UTD's semester calendar creates sublet opportunities. Check UTD's off-campus housing board.
On Find My Place, Trellis Canyon Creek Apartments leads in Richardson with a 5/5 overall rating across 5 reviews. Parkside Towns Apartments (5/5) and The James at Canyon Creek Apartments (5/5) round out the top three. These are the places that consistently rate well across location, value, social, management, and quality — start here if you want a safe pick.
Trellis Canyon Creek Apartments tops the social rating in Richardson at 5/5 — students consistently flag the vibe and amenities. Close behind: Parkside Towns Apartments (5/5) and The James at Canyon Creek Apartments (5/5). Pick from these if you don't want to chase a social scene from your apartment.
Trellis Canyon Creek Apartments holds the highest management rating in Richardson at 5/5. Parkside Towns Apartments (5/5) and The James at Canyon Creek Apartments (5/5) follow. Management ratings track responsiveness, transparency, and how landlords handle problems — the things you'll feel every month, not just on tour.
Top quality picks on Find My Place in Richardson: Trellis Canyon Creek Apartments (5/5), Parkside Towns Apartments (5/5), and The James at Canyon Creek Apartments (5/5). Quality ratings cover the physical state — appliances, finishes, maintenance — so this is the list to start with if you want a place that holds up after move-in.
Most students in Richardson cluster in Near UT Dallas (Campbell Road / Arapaho Corridor) and Near Galatyn Park Station (DART). These neighborhoods are the natural starting point for any housing search — close to campus, walkable, and where current students consistently land. See the "Best Neighborhoods for Students" section above for what each one is actually like.
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