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 The Loop to your campus buildings before signing.

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

The Loop scores 82/100 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…

The Loop is a short transit or bike ride to of Massachusetts-Amherst. Transit convenience near Amherst, MA scores about 72/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 74% of residents near The Loop rent rather than own. Roughly 76% undergrad vs 24% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For University of Massachusetts-Amherst, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

Inventory in The Loop is limited right now. Browse the University of Massachusetts-Amherst housing hub or set alerts while new listings are added.