Living Off-Campus

Whether you're living in downtown Boston or in an adjacent neighborhood, Suffolk is in the middle of it all.

Suffolk University can help you find off-campus housing right in the heart of Boston near your classes, extracurriculars, sporting events, and internships. The University’s Off-Campus Housing Office (OCHO) exists as a resource to help assist you in your search for an off-campus apartment near school.

Not only will we guide your process of finding your next home, but our programs and services strive to advocate for commuter needs, educate on off-campus living, and increase commuter involvement within the University and Boston, providing a variety of resources free of charge.

OCHO also offers advice and counseling to both students and parents on topics relevant to living in a Suffolk off-campus apartment spanning leases, finding and living with roommates, and general contact information for emergencies and other serious issues should they arise. We have a year-round open door policy: any time a Suffolk student or his/her parent comes in through our door, we’re ready to provide our services. Please know that we are only an email or phone call away.

Navigating Your Neighboring Community

Suffolk University's off-campus housing options encompass a variety of exciting communities in and around Boston. Regardless of where you choose to live, it’s important to be familiar with the specific ins and outs of your area, as each city and town has different standards, regulations, and policies.

Learn about your new neighborhood:

Our Staff

Yvette Velez
Director
MEd, Suffolk University
BA, The Monmouth College

William Lemos
Graduate Fellow
MPA/MSPS Candidate, Suffolk University
BS, University of Vermont 

Natasha Ramanayake
Graduate Fellow
MA, Yeshiva University
MA, Teachers College, Columbia University
BA, Boston University

Mailing Address

8 Ashburton Place
Boston, MA 02108

Disclaimer

The Off-Campus Housing Office provides information to Suffolk University students as a courtesy service. The information is for the use of Suffolk University students only and is updated periodically. Suffolk University neither accepts nor creates any responsibility for the reliability of the information provided or those listing with the office. Contact with persons listed herein will be conducted independently of the University. Suffolk University will not be involved in any negotiations between you (the leaseholder) and any landlord, property owner, student, prospective student, or realtor before, during, or after any agreement.

Off-Campus Student Resources

Information from the city of Boston on moving in, getting around, and more
More information here

Off-Campus Student Behavior Policy

Representing the Suffolk community in your neighborhood
Community Standards