If you’re looking for housing near UT Austin, you probably understand the allure of living in West Campus. With popular restaurants, shops, Greek life and campus all just a short walk away, West Campus has become the most popular neighborhood for UT students.
As a UT student myself, I understand the importance of living close to campus. The ability to hit the snooze button just one more time each morning can make a huge difference.
At Rambler, we’ve helped many students find housing near the University of Texas at Austin, and we are often told that proximity to campus is non-negotiable. And it’s not just proximity to campus that matters – being near your specific classes can be a game-changer.
While Ramber offers a prime location just two blocks from UT Campus, we understand that it is important to know your options.
For this reason, we have compiled a list of the nine closest West Campus apartments to UT Austin.
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9 Closest Student Housing Apartments near UT Austin
1. GrandMarc Austin
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Proximity to Campus: One Block
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 15 min
Walk time to Moody Communication Center: 5 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 10 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 21 min
Address: 510 W 26th St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2012
Highlights: Located one block from Moody College of Communication, GrandMarc Austin is a student housing apartment offering students amenities such as a fitness center, a resort-style pool and bike storage. They have floorplan options ranging from studio to four bedrooms.
2. The Castilian
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Proximity to Campus: One Block
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 11 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 5 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 11 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 18 min
Address: 2323 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 1969 (renovated in 2015)
Highlights: The Castilian is an off-campus private dorm, intended for freshman at the University of Texas. The building offers students a fitness facility, gaming room, laundry and a dining hall. The Castilian offers both private rooms and shared suites.
3. Rambler ATX
Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 15 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 7 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 12 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 19 min
Address: 2513 Seton Ave, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2023
Highlights: Rambler is a student housing apartment community in the heart of West Campus, just two blocks from UT. Amenities include a rooftop pool deck, a two-story fitness center, study lounges and a ground-floor coffee shop. Floorplan options range from studios to six bedrooms.
4. Ion Austin
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Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 8 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 10 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 16 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 17 min
Address: 2100 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2016
Highlights: Ion Austin is a student apartment complex offering a wide array of community amenities including a pool deck, a fitness center, study lounge spaces and a sky lounge. Floorplans range from studio to four bedroom layouts.
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5. The Callaway House
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Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 8 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 9 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 16 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 18 min
Address: 505 W 22nd St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2013
Highlights: The Callaway House is a dorm-style student housing project, offering a full-service dining facility, parking, a pool and a fitness center to it’s primarily freshman undergraduate residents. Their student residences range from one bedroom to four bedroom options.
6. Moontower
Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 8 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 7 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 14 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 17 min
Address: 2204 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2020
Highlights: Moontower is a student housing apartment community in West Campus. Amenities include a pool deck, a fitness center, yoga and spin studios, a study lounge and a coffee bar. Floorplan options range from studios to five bedrooms.
Read Next: Review of Moontower Austin: Student Housing Near UT
7. The Sinclair
Proximity to Campus: One and a Half Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 19 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 10 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 15 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 22 min
Address: 2710 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2026
Highlights: The Sinclair is one of the newest student housing apartments in West Campus, located about a block and a half from campus on Nueces Street. The community offers fully furnished units with private bathrooms, in-unit laundry and modern finishes, along with rooftop amenities and study spaces. Floorplan options range from one to four bedrooms.
8. 2400 Nueces Apartments
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Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 11 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 5 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 11 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 18 min
Address: 2400 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2013
Highlights: 2400 Nueces is a West Campus apartment complex owned by the University of Texas system, offering an off-campus experience with on-campus services. Amenities include a pool, courtyard and gym, while floorplans include studio to four-bedroom layouts.
9. Villas on 24th
Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 12 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 6 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 12 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 19 min
Address: 2313 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2025
Highlights: Villas on 24th is a student housing high-rise at the corner of 24th and Rio Grande, two blocks from campus. Amenities include a rooftop pool, a fitness center, study lounges and social spaces, with fully furnished units throughout. Floorplan options range from studios to four bedrooms.
Read Next: West Campus Apartment Review: Villas on 24th
10. 26 West
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Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 15 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 6 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 11 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 22 min
Address: 600 W 26th St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2008
Highlights: 26 West is known for its resort-style pool, which also includes a hot tub, lounge pavilions and a grilling station. The property also offers a fitness center and dog park. Floorplan offerings include one, two and four bedroom options.
Read Next: Review of 26 West: Student Housing Near UT Austin
11. Villas on Rio
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Photo courtesy of Villas on Rio.Proximity to Campus: Two Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 11 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 13 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 18 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 16 min
Address: 2111 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Built: 2021
Highlights: Villas on Rio is a newly delivered student housing apartment near the southern edge of campus at 21st and Rio Grande. The community offers fully furnished apartments with modern interiors, a pool deck, a fitness center and study lounges. Floorplan options range from studios to four bedrooms.
Read Next: West Campus Apartment Review: Villas on Rio
12. Waterloo
Proximity to Campus: Three Blocks
Walk time to McCombs School of Business: 12 min
Walk time to Jones Communication Center: 6 min
Walk time to Cockrell School of Engineering: 12 min
Walk time to DKR Stadium: 19 min
Address: 2400 Seton Avenue Austin, TX, 78705
Year Built: 2022
Highlights: Waterloo is a new student housing apartment complex in West Campus. Just three blocks away from UT’s campus, Waterloo offers amenities including a rooftop pool and lounge deck, a fitness center, study rooms and a coffee shop.
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We hope this list helps you better understand your West Campus housing options that are closest to the UT Campus and your school in particular.
If you’re curious about West Campus living, feel free to contact the Rambler leasing team, who are happy to answer any questions you might have about your search for housing.
