St. John’s University’s Queens campus is located in Jamaica Estates, a residential neighborhood in Queens, New York. Because of its location, students have several options when searching for off-campus housing, whether they want to stay close to campus or look farther out in Queens for different apartment styles, prices, and transportation options. In this guide, we’ll discuss some of the areas St. John’s students can consider when beginning their off-campus search.

Jamaica Estates and the neighborhoods surrounding campus can be some of the most convenient places to start your search. St. John’s describes the area as a residential neighborhood, and a variety of apartments, including shared apartments, are available in the community. Staying nearby can make it easier to get to class and spend less time commuting. Other nearby Queens neighborhoods, including Fresh Meadows and Jamaica Hills, can also give students more options as they compare apartments. The right location will depend on your budget, how far you want to commute, and whether you're looking for a private apartment or a room in a shared home. St. John’s specifically recommends giving yourself enough time to learn the area and visit several properties before securing an apartment.

Transportation should also be part of your housing search. An apartment that looks close on a map may have a very different commute depending on bus, subway, or walking connections. St. John’s notes that the Queens campus is accessible by bus and subway, with access to the Long Island Rail Road through Jamaica Station.

Whether you're looking for a private room, a shared apartment, or a full apartment with roommates, JumpOffCampus can help you compare available housing near St. John’s University. St. John’s itself lists JumpOffCampus among the websites current and past students have found helpful when searching for housing.

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