Off-Campus Housing
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Get one-on-one help.
Our off-Campus housing staff are available for one-on-one meetings to help you with finding resources and answering your off-campus housing questions. The sweet spot to find housing for the fall semester is April to June, begin your search in November and December for the spring term. Start EARLY to have the most success!
If you need assistance with food, wellness, or any Basic Needs please check out our resources at basicneeds.humboldt.edu. Please contact us at 707.826.5509 or housingliaison@humboldt.edu
Off-Campus Housing Guide
We put together a guide to help you make your decision—from making a good impression on landlords to getting your safety deposit back.
Guide Sections:
- Humboldt Meal Plans for Off-Campus Students
- Save Money on Energy
- Alternative Transportation
- Moving-Out
- Security Deposit
- Landlord Harassment
- Alcohol & Drug Resources
2022 Best Places to Live in Humboldt Ranked
Explore Humboldt county by city and discover what real residents and U.S. statistics on crime, services, and livability have to say about each one. Rankings are based on Niche's current Best Places to Live ranking system and include only places which earned strong Crime and Safety grades
Rental Links
Humboldt County Property Managers
Humboldt County Property Managers (PDF)
Cal Poly Humboldt does not inspect or endorse the listed properties or make any warranties regarding their condition, nor does Humboldt secure off-campus housing for students. Off-Campus Housing accepts listings with the expectation and understanding that the landlord or agent is in compliance with the Fair Housing Act.
Community Resources
This community guide was put together as part of the Humboldt Tenant Landlord Collaboration and is available for you to reference. It has everything from utility companies to post offices, movers, food banks, and much more in the Arcata/Eureka/McKinleyville areas.
Emergency Housing Program
The Campus Assistance, Response, and Engagement (CARE) Office facilitates the Emergency Housing program. In this program students who are unable to find permanent housing, or abruptly lose their housing are sometimes able to be housed temporarily on campus. This program is subject to availability. For more information email dos@humboldt.edu, or click the link below to do a self referral form for CARE Services and indicate that you need assistance with housing.
Humboldt Tenant-Landlord Collaboration
HTLC is an educational program designed to promote best practices for tenants and landlords throughout the Humboldt community.
The 10-module certification program will help students, renters, and property owners build positive and equitable relationships. Individuals who complete the program will earn HTLC’s “Good Neighbor” certificate, showing their commitment to improving community relations across Humboldt County.
Humboldt Housing and Residence Life
There is a wide variety of on-campus housing options to suit your needs: apartments, suites, or traditional residence halls. Each comes with a list of amenities, facilities, and other features to make your life a little easier. You can even live alongside students who share common interests in one of our Theme Housing options.
Assistant Director for Off-Campus Services
Amanda Masse
Make an Appointment
with Amanda
• No Hate Zone - All are welcome
• LGBTQ Friendly
• Se habla español
• Nolo Press Tenant Rights Landlord resources
You can also reach Amanda at 707.826.5509 or by email to housingliaison@humboldt.edu
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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