1 year and over 2,000 reviews later, we wanted to give an update on the best student housing options for students in Provo, UT. Keep in mind, all housing mentioned is NOT BYU Contacted Housing. But all have exceptionally high ratings (trust us, we’re the experts).
A lot has changed with housing in the last year, especially with the BYU housing changes that hit Provo housing hard. Luckily, we still have the data to show you who has been thriving under these changing circumstances (we’ve only taken into account properties with 30+ recent reviews, as that data is more accurate). Here’s who’s come out on top at Find My Place:
Ah, the Branbury. Though one of the biggest complexes in the area, many consider it to be a hidden gem among Provo housing. The apartments are a little older, yet well kept, with private and shared rooms both available. The buildings aren’t as bunched as other complexes, but it’s no problem to meet people if you take advantage of their overwhelming number of amenities: Swimming pool/hot tub, volleyball court, tennis court, basketball court, pickleball court (how many courts can one complex have?) and a fitness center!
Where the Branbury stands out is its management–students rated them at a 4.3 out of 5. 4.3 rating? For Provo housing? You honestly can’t ask for anything better. A high management rating is extremely rare in student housing, so it’s best for you to take advantage of all the Branbury has to offer. They have a way of really connecting to their tenants, and one of our reviewers told us why:
Another reviewer simply said,
As a young college student, it’s easy to get taken advantage of by landlords due to our relative inexperience. What a nice breath of fresh air to know that at least the Branbury has our best interests in mind.
While it’s not a close walk to campus, the Branbury’s location is still more than ideal. It gets a personal stop from the UVX bus and BYU’s Ryde shuttle, making free, daily rides to campus not a problem, and it’s right in between several grocery stores and a few minutes away from the mall. So, you won’t have to worry about quick access to important things while living here.
Overall, if you’re looking for a place with great amenities, a central location, and the best management you could ask for, we highly recommend the Branbury.
To get a better picture of the Branbury, check out their reviews here.
If you’re interested in living at the Isles, one thing is for certain: It’s nice. And I’m not just talking about the quality (though reviewers have said, “It feels like you’re living in a courtyard hotel.”); the social scene is tight-knit, management is responsive and quick to fix things in your apartment, and it’s about as close to BYU campus as you can get for off-campus housing–not only are neighboring complexes just a short walk away, BYU’s south campus, duck pond, and Smith Fieldhouse are right across the street.
It’s a surprisingly high quality complex, and you get what you pay for. Private and Shared rooms are available, with in-unit laundry and a shared vanity. The community amenities are top-of-the-line, including a pool, hot tub, and a clubhouse with a small basketball court inside. It might as well have a sign that says, “HAVE FUN HERE.” Our reviewers would agree:
We do fun stuff every week and it truly feels like a family.
With clean, luxurious apartments, a covered parking spot, a hopping social scene, and a great location, you are well taken care of at the Isles. One of our reviewers said it best, when they said:
To get a better picture of the Isles, check out their reviews here.
Alpine Village is one of the most well-known destinations for students in the entire Provo and Orem area. And with a 3.7 quality rating and only a 10-minute walk to BYU campus, it’s no wonder the Village makes the top 7 list for best places in Provo for students:
I have really loved living here the wards are amazing and there has been a lot of social activities.
Beyond the high quality and good location of their apartments, the Village thrives under its popping social scene. With a central courtyard in between the main buildings of the Village, it makes it feel like a community and encourages a lot of social activities to happen. It’s a big complex, too, so things are always happening in the courtyard and throughout the big, open hallways of the buildings. One tenant was to the point:
My time at alpine village was AMAZING! Super social and so much fun!
Additionally the management is really everything you’d want it to be: responsive and helpful. And let’s not forget–PRIVATE ROOMS! In-unit washer and dryer! Garage parking! Fitness center! Pool and hot tub! The village has everything you’d need to have a great college experience.
To get a better picture of Alpine Village, check out their reviews here.
If you are interested in living at Alpine Village, you can message them below:
The Liberty Square has always been one of the most coveted places to live in Provo for student housing. And with them gaining over 50+ reviews, it’s no wonder they’ve had no trouble filling their slots for Fall 2024.
Here is what you’ll get when living at Liberty Square: a neighborhood-like experience (with private, cheap street parking!), and great quality for the price–all at a location just a stone’s throw away from campus. Plus, you’ll get a community pickleball court, volleyball court, basketball court, pool and hot tub to enjoy with others.
How are the people, you might ask? Let one of the Liberty Square’s 121 reviews tell you:
I have lived at liberty square the past two years and have loved it!
Let’s quote another review, just to drive the point home:
The social environment and Liberty Square is exactly what I was looking for.
A warm, inviting social crowd is one of the key things that contributes to the Liberty Square’s neighborhood-like experience and it’s overall popularity among students. As far as South Campus goes, it’s hard to beat. Responsive management and a cheap, $495 rental price seals the deal for the Liberty Square as one of Provo’s best places to live for students.
To get a better picture of Liberty Square, check out their reviews here.
Glenwood’s reputation speaks for itself. Ask anyone who lives in Provo what the most social complex is in Provo and Glenwood will undoubtedly come up in conversation (and their 129 supporting reviews don’t lie).
As said before, the social aspect of the complex drives a lot of buzz about Glenwood in the Provo area. It’s no surprise why either, with huge grass lawns for spike ball or outdoor games, a full sand volleyball court for play, a basketball court, and a pool and hot tub all to facilitate fun all the time, it’s a standard hangout spot even if you don’t live there–so get ready to meet lots of fun, new people!
The location is also a major plus. Frequent stops from the UVX bus help students get to campus on time without having to pay cent. The couple-minute walk from, popular food stops, and access to BYU’s track also contribute to Glenwood’s prime location.
The management team at Glenwood is also incredible. Here’s what their tenants have to say about them:
Yes! Whenever we had a property issue and requested help, it was fixed fast.
And…
To get a better picture of Glenwood check out their reviews here.
The Village is one of the most well-known destinations for students in the entire Provo and Orem area. And with a 4.3 quality rating and only a 10-minute walk to BYU campus, it’s no wonder the Village makes the top 7 list for best places in Provo for students:
Beyond the high quality and good location of their apartments, the Village thrives under its popping social scene. With a central courtyard in between the main buildings of the Village, it makes it feel like a community and encourages a lot of social activities to happen. It’s a big complex, too, so things are always happening in the courtyard and throughout the big, open hallways of the buildings. One tenant was to the point:
Additionally the management is really everything you’d want it to be: responsive and helpful. And let’s not forget–PRIVATE ROOMS! In-unit washer and dryer! Garage parking! Fitness center! Pool and hot tub! The village has everything you’d need to have a great college experience.
To get a better picture of the Village at South Campus, check out their reviews here.
If you are interested in living at the Village, you can message them below:
Raintree takes the cake for the best place to live in Provo for students. Why? 3 things: Social scene, management, and price. With all of the apartments surrounded by trees to give an oian-air feel, it provides a welcoming atmosphere for everyone to get involved in activities–no crazy parties; just fun, chill vibes. One tenant said it best:
Now on to the Management. If you read their reviews, you’ll see that they are filled with compliments on the responsiveness and friendliness of the management — a rarity in the Provo housing market. They are quick to address fixes, are incredibly responsive, and, because Raintree is a smaller complex, they are personable.
Let’s talk price–only $530? No wonder people are loving it here. Not to mention, Raintree has slashed rates for Spring and Summer leases–so if you sign a Spring and Summer contract, you’re only paying $200 a month! And even though the quality may not be 5-star, tenants agree:
So, if you’re looking for a cheap, social environment where you’ll get taken care of at a good location from BYU, Raintree is our #1 recommendation.
To get a better picture of Raintree, check out their reviews here.
And that about wraps it up! We at Find My Place are constantly reading the reviews left by you, the students, so we can keep writing articles like these to help you in your search for housing. As you keep rating, we keep writing. So, make sure to stay updated by subscribing to our email list and see our ratings for yourself.
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