Our House Living Options
We have three main community houses to fit your needs. We also have other partner houses, and homestay families managed by volunteers for other needs. Our houses are typically historic homes located in older neighborhoods next to the University campus. Luxury, private living is not our specialty, rather lower-cost living environments for students desiring friendship and living in community.
Below are examples of some of our community rooming homes and apartments. If you are looking for a homestay family, select that option on our application form.
Steps to obtain a housing space:
Below are examples of some of our community rooming homes and apartments. If you are looking for a homestay family, select that option on our application form.
Steps to obtain a housing space:
- Click on Apply to Live and submit an application (after you have reviewed our housing options and learn about the Reno International House here)
- Our membership assistant will contact you by email with available room and apartment options that match your preferences
- Once you've decided on a space, you will receive an e-membership document with house rules to review and agree to online
- After we have received that document electronically, and have countersigned it, we will send you a link to pay your security deposit and move-in fees online (if it applies to your room rate)
- Pay the initial fees (with a bank account, credit card or paypal). This will hold your space. We will then make preparations for your move-in. This is the final step required to make a valid membership.
UNR International HouseLocation: Evans Avenue
Distance from UNR: Immediately across the street from the university campus. Number of bed-spaces: 3 in house A with homestay family. 5 in house B Amenities and Features: One large kitchen with social dining area, three shared bathrooms, large spacious yard, social/game room with television, ping-pong table, large multi-purpose living room, basketball, volleyball courts, clothes laundry area, and Wi-Fi More about the home: The UNR international house is our main international house and hosts fellowship dinners with international students, as well as regular functions from local churches and university clubs. The original Reno International House community. A beautiful home, Ideal for short-term exchange students. Our hope is that you will complete your stay here making friends for life; while developing experiences for career growth and success. Live in an experience-building multi-cultural environment. Applicants are assessed based on fit within the home culture, and preferences. Several bedrooms are located within Home B, a separately accessible house within the home with its own kitchen and living area. Apply soon to be on the waiting list. 
Room 1
Style: Standard Location: Main floor next to front door entrance Description: Standard size floorspace with exterior clothing rack and dresser space. Some noise from front door entrance. Lots of light from two walls of windows that can be opened for fresh air. West and south facing with mid-day and afternoon sun and window blinds to adjust light. Room 2 Style: Deluxe Location: Main floor in middle hallway near living room Description: Deluxe room newly remodeled with extra closet space. View covered deck and yard. In center of house, next to shared bathroom and entry door. Sharing wall with living room. Room 3 Style: Standard Location: Main floor at end of hallway near stairs. Description: Standard size with standard closet, with view of backyard covered deck. Below upstairs hallway. Nicely remodeled floor. -----------B House--------------- Rooms B1, B2, B3, B4 and B5 of the Men's Campus House are part of House B which is a separately accessible home within the Campus house building. Both homes share laundry facility and backyard, and have their own separate kitchen. Room B1 Style: Special Location: Basement by stairway and bathroom Description: Small bedroom ideal for short-term stays. Directly below kitchen and next to bathroom. Has noise and tight space. Room B2 Style: Economy Location: Lower floor basement (Home B) below room 1 at end of lower floor hallway. Description: Extra clothing storage furniture. Low light, but more light than rooms 3 and 4 due to afternoon sun. Small window at top of wall along front of house garden. Room B3 Style: Economy Location: Lower floor basement (Home B) below room 2 at end of lower floor hallway. Description: Larger with bonus walk-in closet that can be used as separate living/bedroom area. Low light, with small window at top of wall facing under backyard deck. Room B4 Style: Economy Location: Lower floor basement (Home B) by utility room near stairs. Directly below room 2 upstairs. Description: Small open closet. Thin walls. Extra storage shelving along walls. Small window at top of wall near backyard deck. Low light. Warm, next to heater room. Room B5 Style: Special Location: Outside entrance near backyard deck. Description: Small, narrow, yet long, bedroom. This was our previous house office, now used as a bedroom. With space heater and separate air conditioner. Walls and windows are thin, so noise may be heard from train and traffic. Nice view of backyard and covered deck. Many windows along north, east and south walls. Much mid-day sun. Curtains can be opened or closed to adjust light. Resident must walk outside across the deck into the main home to use the bathroom, kitchen and common areas. Designed for short stays or guests, or residents in special situations. |
Homestay FAMILiesWe have a network of homestay families available to provide short-term housing for international students and scholars. If you need a room for 1 to 5 months, a homestay family might be the right fit. Typically $600-$700 a month, includes furniture and utilities and wifi internet. Food and transportation students arrange, with access to a home kitchen. Some families have weekly meals together. On the application form, mark your interest in a homestay family.
Socrates Lahti Family House
This large homestay family house for girls offers both shared and private room options. Ideal for younger female students looking for living in a hostfamily environment. The host home of the weekly Sunday Dinner. Spaces are offered by invitation only. Managed directly by the on-site family. 
9th Street Family Apartments
Studio and 1-bedroom apartments 10-minute walk from UNR. Low-cost yet, they come unfurnished, and resident must carry some of the utilities. We offer assistance with utility setup, as well as access to our free furniture garage. Ideal for visiting scholars, married students, and some with children. West 2nd Street Apartments
1-bedroom 1-bathroom layouts suitable for small family or visiting scholars, exchange workers, or couples. Furnished option. Large separate bedroom. One large common living/dining/kitchen area. Private bathroom with laundry on-site. Located in downtown near the riverwalk, and within the University of Nevada, Reno campus escort zone. |
Room Style pictures
We do not offer photos of every room, as sometimes furniture and colors may change and not be accurate. However, below are some sample pictures of each room style. The photos may or may not be of the exact room you are seeking, but represent a general design of the room style.
Membership and Housing Prices
Community Homes
Rooms are typically single private bedrooms for one member only. All rooms come furnished with basic bed, desk, chair and clothing storage. Shared spaces are limited, and are usually in a delxue or premium bedroom.
Includes utilities. Homes include all major utilities like power, water, sewer, garbage removal, and wifi internet. It also includes periodic professional house cleaning. If a power bill is above the limit, the overage amount will be shared among the members of the house.
Quoted rates assume a 12-month minimum and fees must be paid online every month with credit card or checking account. Prices are higher for payments made in person. Discounts available for pre-paid multi-month. Requires final month prepaid.
Shorter-term and semester stays: Please note for 1-year, 10-month and 5-month housing terms, there is no pro-rating or partial-month discounts available. Also there are shorter month-to-month memberships available, typically only after a term has started, with a higher monthly rate.
Exchange Worker (J-1 summer and winter): Are you an exchange worker through ICEO or other organizations? We have special rates and terms. Apply to Live with us and state your preferences, and we will provide the available options.
Room Styles and rates in the UNR and community houses:
Housing membership requires last month rent prepaid (for 1-year terms), plus $240 refundable one-time security deposit, one-time $100 member set-up fee. and one-time $50 cleaning fee (except homestay family and short-term options)
Community Homes
Rooms are typically single private bedrooms for one member only. All rooms come furnished with basic bed, desk, chair and clothing storage. Shared spaces are limited, and are usually in a delxue or premium bedroom.
Includes utilities. Homes include all major utilities like power, water, sewer, garbage removal, and wifi internet. It also includes periodic professional house cleaning. If a power bill is above the limit, the overage amount will be shared among the members of the house.
Quoted rates assume a 12-month minimum and fees must be paid online every month with credit card or checking account. Prices are higher for payments made in person. Discounts available for pre-paid multi-month. Requires final month prepaid.
Shorter-term and semester stays: Please note for 1-year, 10-month and 5-month housing terms, there is no pro-rating or partial-month discounts available. Also there are shorter month-to-month memberships available, typically only after a term has started, with a higher monthly rate.
Exchange Worker (J-1 summer and winter): Are you an exchange worker through ICEO or other organizations? We have special rates and terms. Apply to Live with us and state your preferences, and we will provide the available options.
Room Styles and rates in the UNR and community houses:
- Economy: $440 a month - Typically smaller bedrooms, bedrooms on basement floors, or less desirable locations.
- Standard: $520 a month - Standard bedroom size, typically with built-in closet, and on main or top floors.
- Deluxe: $600 a month - Oversize or large rooms with extra space for storage, and usually good convenient location.
- Premium: $680 a month - Large bedrooms with private bathroom and sometimes private entrance.
- Studio apartment: $760 a month - Private home, with private kitchen and bath. Good for married couples, families, or students seeking private living.
- Special: Certain designated rooms. Typically extra large or extra small.
- Shared bedroom: $410 a month per person (in a bedroom w/private bathroom) / $390 a month in rooms that share bathroom with other bedrooms
Housing membership requires last month rent prepaid (for 1-year terms), plus $240 refundable one-time security deposit, one-time $100 member set-up fee. and one-time $50 cleaning fee (except homestay family and short-term options)
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Other Homes
We also work with several affinity homes and apartments suiting your lifestyle. Married? Engineer? Graduate student? Visiting Scholar? Plus homestay families. Contact us today for more details. Submit the contact form on the contact page.
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