Experience Austin living at the Casa Residence Hall. St. Edward’s University provides high-quality, affordable housing designed specifically for students, interns, and approved visiting guests. Students from Austin Community College, University of Texas, and other universities across the country are currently enjoying residential life on campus!
Enjoy the ease of a move-in-ready, furnished space with flexible lease options and prime access to campus resources. Our community offers a safe and stable living environment, providing the peace of mind you need to focus on your goals—all in a great location that makes it easy to feel at home.
To inquire about availability or request more information, please email reslife@stedwards.edu.
Start the application process by completing the University Partner Housing Interest Form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility for residence on the St. Edward's campus is limited to students of a university or other institution who are currently enrolled, maintain good standing, and are over the age of 17 at time of move in. Students do not have to be enrolled at St. Edward’s University.
Please note that campus housing accommodates individual adults only and does not offer options for student families.
- Double Room (up to 2 people per bedroom): $725.00 per person, per month
- Single Room (1 person per bedroom): $875.00 per person, per month
- $500 refundable security deposit and first month's rent are due at or prior to move in.
- Rent is payable through a convenient online payment portal. Payment is due on the 1st of each month, with a 5-day grace period.
Rent includes a furnished single or double occupancy room in the 2-story Casa residence hall. Rooms in Casa are divided into eight pods. Each pod can house up to nine students, and the residents in each pod share three bathrooms. Casa is a co-ed community, and all community residents share a kitchen, large living room spaces, and free 24-hour laundry in the facility.
Rent includes all utilities, Google fiber internet, access to the fitness center in the Recreation & Athletic Center, 24/7 security, and access to public shared spaces on the St. Edward’s campus including Munday Library’s learning commons.
Rent does not include a parking permit or meal plan. A parking permit is required to park on St. Edward's campus and is available upon request.
Complete the online interest form.
Applicants provide basic information, enrollment verification, and identification as well as listing their needs and preferences for housing.
Note: Lease start dates must fall on a weekday to ensure office availability for key, key card, and access item pickup.
Each applicant must pass a background check.
The background check cost is $19.95, paid by the applicant. Applicants will receive a background check link after their interest form has been reviewed.
Please review our FAQ document and Guide to Living for answers to other commonly asked questions. To inquire about availability or request more information, please email reslife@stedwards.edu.
The Casa Residence Hall
Features include:
- Fully furnished single and double rooms in pod-style living arrangements
- 24/7 access to laundry, a community kitchen, and student lounges
- ID card entry and secure on-campus access
- High-speed internet
- Access to community spaces on campus
Dining Resources
All Partner Housing residents are eligible for a meal plan to be used at our campus dining locations: South Congress Market dining hall, Grab & Goat convenience store, and Meadows Coffee House. These locations also accept credit/debit card payments.
On-campus dining offerings are limited during the summer months, but there are lots of local restaurants and businesses available! Some popular options in the area include:
- Cabo Bob's (Build-your-own burritos and bowls.)
- Chick-Fil-A (Offers drive-thru and dine-in.)
- P-Terry's Burger Stand (Offers drive-thru and dine-in.)
- H-E-B (A grocery store within walking distance of campus. H-E-B also offers delivery and curbside pickup options.)*
*The Casa has a community kitchen, available to all residents of the building.