Off-Campus Housing Support Built for Higher Education
Help students navigate their move off campus with a university-branded housing platform featuring verified listings, renter education, roommate tools, and local housing resources.
College Pads helps institutions extend their housing support beyond campus while creating a better experience for students, families, and staff.
Supporting Students Beyond Residence Halls
College Pads, now part of StarRez, helps institutions extend their housing support beyond
campus while creating a better experience for students, families, and staff.
Click here to learn why off-campus housing matters more than ever.
81%
of institutions report that the
transition to off-campus housing
impacts the overall student
experience
78%
of higher education students live off-campus, representing the vast majority of the student population
53%
of institutions cite “lack of on-campus availability” as the #1 reason students choose to live off-campus
Make Off-Campus Housing A Student Success Strategy
Finding housing is one of the most important decisions students make during their college experience. Universities want to help, but managing off-campus housing resources can be time-consuming and difficult to scale.
College Pads provides a dedicated off-campus housing platform that helps institutions:
- Connect students with trusted housing options
- Simplify off-campus housing support
- Strengthen relationships with local property partners
- Promote student success and well-being
Purpose-Built for Students & Universities
University-Branded Housing Platform
Create a trusted housing resource that reflects your institution and serves as a central destination for off-campus housing information.
Verified Housing Listings
Provide students with access to quality housing options reviewed for accuracy and alignment with university expectations.
Designed for Student Renters
Students can evaluate housing based on factors that matter most, including proximity to campus, transportation access, and lifestyle preferences.
Roommate & Sublease Tools
Help students connect with potential roommates and explore flexible housing options while reducing administrative requests.
First-Time Renter Resources
Support students with guidance on leases, budgeting, tenant responsibilities, scams, utilities, and more.
Reporting & Market Insights
Access data that helps your institution better understand housing trends, student engagement, and local market activity.
2026 Off-Campus Housing Report for Higher Ed Institutions
Insights from 550+ North American students on the transition to off-campus living and its impact on student wellness & success.
Results for Your Entire Campus Community
College Pads creates a seamless housing experience that benefits the entire campus community.
STUDENTS
Gain greater access, transparency, and control over their off-campus housing journey within a single, trusted platform.
- – More housing options
- – Trusted listings
- – Easier housing searches
FAMILIES
Enjoy peace of mind knowing that their students are supported and informed.
- – Greater confidence
- – University-supported resources
- – More informed decisions
UNIVERSITIES
Gain the insights and efficiency needed to drive retention, satisfaction, and long-term success—all without increasing workload or system complexity.
- – Better visibility into housing trends
- – Stronger community partnerships
- – A scalable off-campus housing strategy
STAFF
Are empowered to focus on meaningful engagement with students rather than on manual processes.
- – Reduced administrative burden
- – Centralized housing resources
- – More time for student engagement
Trusted by Universities Nationwide
We do more than provide housing listings. We help hundreds of leading institutions create a more connected off-campus housing experience that supports students, strengthens community relationships, and extends the impact of campus housing programs.
Texas State University Creates a Seamless Housing Journey from Campus to Community with StarRez and College Pads
Learn how Texas State University, a long-time StarRez customer, is educating students and expanding access to off-campus housing with College Pads.
Ready To Help Students Thrive Beyond Campus?
Discover how College Pads can help your institution create a safer, simpler, and more supportive off-campus housing experience.
Request a call to find out more about this no-cost for higher education institutions.