Housing Options

Aerial shot of the SFSU campu as well as Lake Merced and the Pacific Ocean
Imagine, living just one mile from the Pacific Ocean and only a short distance from all that San Francisco has to offer.

Our residential communities are a perfect place for you to call home while you pursue your academic interests. Each community provides everything you need to enjoy a full college experience - access to resources, support, and a variety of opportunities to get involved and make friends. Plus, there are plenty of housing options available, so you can choose the community that best fits your lifestyle.

Housing at a Glance

3 Neighborhoods

8 Communities

1 Resident Assistant

to Every 35-55 Residents

Residential Life Staff Available

24/7

Central Neighborhood

The communities in the Central Neighborhood place you in the heart of campus life. Not only will you be close to classes, dining, student resources and campus events, but you'll become part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you'll have plenty of opportunities to make friends and thrive both personally and academically.

West Grove Commons (WGC)

Freshman Community                


🏠 Traditional Residence Hall 
🍴 Academic or Spring License  
πŸ“„ Meal Plan Required


Learn More About WGC                   

Exterior of West Grove Commons

Towers Junior Suites (TJS)

Freshman Community                   


🏠 Partial Suites 
πŸ“„ Academic or Spring License  
🍴 Meal Plan Required          


Learn More About TJS                                                                          

Exterior of Towers Junior Suites

Towers at Centennial Square (TCS)

Mixed Community (FR, SO)  
 

🏠 Full Suites  
πŸ“„ Academic or Spring License  
🍴 Meal Plan Required


Learn More About TCS

Exterior or Towers at Centennial Square

Village at Centennial Square (VCS)

 Mixed Community (Transfer, International)  
 

🏠 Apartments 
πŸ“„ Academic or Spring License 
🍴 Meal Plan Required


Learn More About VCS

Exterior of Village at Centennial Square

Mary Ward Hall (MWH)

 Mixed Community (FR, Transfer, International)  
 

🏠 Traditional Residence Hall 
πŸ“„ Academic or Spring License 
🍴 Meal Plan Required


Learn More About MWH                                                                            

Exterior of Mary Ward Hall

North and South Neighborhoods

The North and South Neighborhoods are located next to campus, each providing a community‑minded environment where it’s easy to feel at home. With just a short walk to classes, campus resources, shops, restaurants, and public transportation, you’ll find the ideal balance of convenience and independence.

University Park North (UPN)

Mixed Community (Continuing JR/SR, Grad) 
 

🏠 Apartments  
πŸ“„ Academic or Spring License  
🍴 Meal Plan Optional


Learn More About UPN

Exterior of University Park North

University Park South (UPS)

Mixed Community (Continuing JR/SR)
 

🏠 Apartments  
πŸ“„ Academic or Spring License  
🍴 Meal Plan Optional


Learn More About UPS

Exterior view of University Park South

Manzanita Square (MSQ)

Mixed Community (All Students Except FR)  


🏠 Apartments  
πŸ“„ Academic or Year-Round License
🍴 Meal Plan Optional


Learn More About MSQ                                                              

Exterior of Manzanita Square
Housing communities in the Central Neighborhood
Find Your

Best Fit

Not sure which community you should live in? Our comparison chart will help you find the community that works best for you.

Village Student sitting in courtyard

From our Residents

Being on campus and experiencing that community life, especially here in a place like this, is something you definitely need for freshman students starting off college. To be able to come here and not feel like you’re alone and you actually have friends and a community here, it’s a very good feeling.
Quentin Gachot
(Central Neighborhood)