Rio West, Austin

Rio West is a bright, super fun student housing community in Austin, Texas. The modern living space is within walking distance of the University of Texas and in the heart o f all its campuses. Students have access to a number of activities that are all within a couple of blocks away from Rio West, making it the perfect place to stay while attending university in Austin.

Residents at Rio West will find it to be conveniently located with easy connections to various public commute services. The closest bus stops, Rio Grande and Nueces are a short 3 and 5-minute walk respectively. Buses offer well-connected routes throughout the city and make commuting fairly affordable and hassle-free. Those who wish to do some cross-country travel can head to Amtrak’s Austin, TX train stat ion by bus.

Students can enjoy a plethora of facilities that are designed specifically to make university life a breeze. The community is complete with a large swimming pool, 24-hour fitness centre, outdoor patios with grilling stations, laundry services, and more. The comfortable accommodations have several eclectic apartments and rooms that students can choose from. All apartments have shared living rooms with a television, a dining area, and a kitchen with basic equipment.

There are many perks to living in Rio West. Apart from the regular events hosted by the on-site staff, students have entertainment options like the World’s Largest Longhorn. The spot is popular for its photo ops and surrounded by delicious food trucks that make for a great meal. The quirky Buffalo Exchange store is only 5 minutes away if you’re looking for pre-loved clothing and vintage accessories at steal prices.