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: $850–$1,350/mo.

East Side listings average 4.9 miles from campus or ~39 min by transit.

Expect $850–$1,350/mo in East Side. Studio: $750/mo; 1 bedroom: $1,619/mo; 2 bedroom: $1,200/mo; Area range: $850–$1,350/mo.

East Side scores 68/100 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…

East Side is a short transit or bike ride to Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology. Transit convenience near Dagsboro, DE scores about 66/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 75% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 66% undergrad vs 34% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

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