Downtown location with walkable access to the transit hub, employers, and city amenities — best for students with internships or part-time jobs. Best for: Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals. Typical rent: $1,400–$2,150/mo.

South Campus listings average 5.3 miles from campus or ~42 min by transit.

Expect $1,400–$2,150/mo in South Campus. Studio: $1,250/mo; 1 bedroom: $1,500/mo; 2 bedroom: $2,250/mo; Area range: $1,400–$2,150/mo.

South Campus scores 77/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

South Campus is a short transit or bike ride to of Southern Maryland. Transit convenience near La Plata, MD scores about 65/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 84% of residents near South Campus rent rather than own. Roughly 74% undergrad vs 26% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For College of Southern Maryland, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

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