North Campus & Hyde Park Apartments for UT Students
If you’re looking for a quieter environment with more “Old Austin” charm, North Campus and Hyde Park are the premier choices for UT graduate students and upperclassmen. Located just north of Dean Keeton, this area offers a neighborhood feel with tree-lined streets and local favorites like Shipe Park and Central Market.
Best for Value and Quiet Study
North Campus is often the best “bang for your buck” near the university. You can frequently find larger floorplans and more affordable rates than in West Campus, all while staying within a 10-15 minute commute to campus.
- Graduate Student Friendly: Less noise, more space, and professional neighbors.
- Transit Access: Perfectly served by the IF (Intramural Fields) and CP (Forty Acres) shuttle routes.
- Local Vibes: Walk to the flagship H-E-B or grab a coffee at a historic Hyde Park cafe.
Finding Your North Campus Rental
From vintage studio/efficiency or 1-bedroom apartments to modern condos, North Campus has a diverse rental stock. Because these units are often owned by smaller management companies, they don’t always appear on the big national search sites.
We track these private listings daily. Whether you need a pet-friendly studio or a house with a yard, we’ll find the North Campus spot that fits your budget.
Pricing:
North Campus Apartments / Hyde Park Austin Apartments
- Efficiency / Studio $1095 and up
- 1bed-1bath $1165 and up
- Two bed-one bath $1495 ($748 per bedroom) and up
- Two bed-two bath $1999 ($1000 per bedroom) and up
All prices include parking.
Shopping & Grocery near UT North Campus Apartments
One of the best features of living in North Campus / Hyde Park is the great variety of shopping and dining options. You can get your groceries at smaller stores like Wheatsville Co-op and Fresh Plus. If you prefer a full-featured supermarket, H.E.B. is conveniently located within walking distance of many Austin apartments in Hyde Park. Looking for something stylish? Buffalo Exchange is vintage clothing heaven. The North Campus area also includes the Triangle, which gets you one-stop shopping for gifts, apparel, shoes, office supplies, electronics and more. Also, most North Campus apartments are close enough to bike to UT. You might want to stop by The Peddler Neighborhood Bicycle Shop and grab a helmet or spare bike chain.
Coffee Shops near Hyde Park Austin Apartments
For many of us, coffee is an everyday requirement for staying upright and functional. Thankfully, North Campus and Hyde Park are loaded with caffeine refill stations including Quack’s Bakery, Flightpath Coffee House, Dolce Vita, La Tazza Fresca. Of course, North Campus also has a Starbucks (or two).
Restaurants in North Campus
All that “studying” making you hungry? Good news! North Campus is full of great places to grab a bite. Tex-Mex rules Austin so it’s no surprise that North Campus is full of great places to grab a taco or three. Maudies, Trudy’s, El Patio, Torchy’s Tacos and Julio’s Cafe are all staples of Hyde Park. Also, Taco Shack on the Drag is the a popular spot for breakfast tacos to-go. Sandwiches more your style? Check out the quirky Avenue B Grocery & Market in the heart of Hyde Park or New World Deli.
Burgers are the main attraction at Dirty Martin’s but they also happen to have pitchers of beer, which is handy. Hyde Park Bar & Grill also serves a great burger with their special Hyde Park Sauce and crazy-good french fries but the Horseshoe might be one of the best things ever invented. It’s like an open-faced burger covered in fries and queso – nap not included. Hopdoddy in The Triangle is a new, ultra-popular local chain burger bar that everyone should experience at least once. Last but not least, all you vegetarian-types don’t need to feel left out. Mother’s Cafe is right in the center of Hyde Park and serves a full menu of vegetarian and vegan meals that include enchiladas, sandwiches and brunch!
Drinks and Sweets Near UT North Campus Apartments
Need a drink? Try Dirty Martin’s for pitchers of beer on the patio, Trudy’s for Mexican Martinis, and Spider House Ballroom for drinks and live music. If the old-school dive bar is more your style, Hole in the Wall on the Drag is an Austin institution.
No list of places to eat in North Campus would be complete without Austin-original Amy’s Ice Cream. It is conveniently located on Guadalupe St. and widely considered the best ice cream ever created by man (or woman). Hot day? Sweet tooth? No problem.