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: $2,500–$4,250/mo.

Distance varies by block — tour from East Side to your campus buildings before signing.

Expect $2,500–$4,250/mo in East Side. Studio: $2,200/mo; 1 bedroom: $2,700/mo; 2 bedroom: $3,750/mo; Area range: $2,500–$4,250/mo.

East Side 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…

East Side is a short transit or bike ride to Northern Essex Community. Transit convenience near Haverhill, MA scores about 87/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 64% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 81% undergrad vs 19% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Northern Essex Community College, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

Inventory in East Side is limited right now. Browse the Northern Essex Community College housing hub or set alerts while new listings are added.