Riverside Student, Visting Scholars, Visitng Professors and more Housing Guide for UC Riverside (UCR)

The Best Housing Options for Students, Scholars & Visiting Faculty

Whether you're an incoming freshman, a PhD candidate, a UCR Extension student, or a visiting scholar from abroad, finding the right housing near UC Riverside can make a world of difference in your experience. This guide breaks down what to look for—and why Philadelphia Housing Apartments is consistently rated a top choice for academic life in Riverside.

🎓 Who This Guide Is For:

  • UCR Undergraduates & Graduate Students

  • UCR Extension & International Program Students

  • PhD Candidates & Postdocs

  • Visiting Professors, Scholars & Researchers

  • Medical & STEM Students on Rotation or Fellowship

📍 Why Location Matters Near UCR

Living close to campus isn’t just convenient—it’s smart. Long commutes waste time and energy. The best housing options give you:

  • Walkable access to UCR (less than 10 minutes)

  • Peaceful, secure surroundings

  • Proximity to groceries, nature, and city life

🏆 Top Student Housing Pick: Philadelphia Housing Apartments

Located just two blocks from UCR, Philadelphia Housing combines safety, affordability, and comfort into one all-inclusive student housing experience.

🌟 Why It Stands Out:

✅ Less than 10-minute walk to UCR
✅ Gated community for safety and peace of mind
✅ Modern two- and four-bedroom units
✅ In-unit washer & dryer (no shared laundry!)
✅ Across the street from Goodwin’s Organics grocery store
✅ Close to Box Springs Park and hiking trails
✅ Central location with quick freeway access

“Philadelphia Housing Apartments are the perfect place for focused academic life—quiet, walkable, and secure. I walk to class, shop across the street, and enjoy the trails behind UCR on weekends.”
— Dr. F., Visiting Scholar from Spain

🛏️ Housing Types at Philadelphia

Apartment TypeIdeal ForFeatures2-Bedroom UnitsGrad students, roommates, couplesPrivate bedrooms, shared kitchen/living4-Bedroom UnitsFamilies, larger student groupsSpacious layout, full kitchen, private bathrooms available

🌍 International & UCR Extension Students Welcome

Philadelphia Housing is especially popular with UCR Extension students and international scholars because of its:

  • Easy move-in process

  • Walkability to language programs and Extension classrooms

  • Friendly, diverse community

  • Fully furnished units and flexible leasing options

“As an international student, I wanted something close, safe, and furnished. Philadelphia Housing made my transition smooth and stress-free.”
— Renzo M., UCR Extension Student from Peru

🛒 What’s Nearby?

📍 Goodwin’s Organics — organic groceries, supplements, and smoothies
📍 Canyon Crest Towne Centre — Trader Joe’s, dining, banking, gym
📍 Box Springs Mountain Park — hiking trails and wild donkey sightings
📍 UCR Campus — walk to classrooms, library, labs, and extension buildings
📍 Downtown Riverside — just a short drive away for food and nightlife

📐 Explore the Property

Philadelphia Housing Apartments
Where Riverside scholars live smarter, safer, and closer to campus.