Housing

Rice On-campus Housing 

For housing on campus, check out the options on Rice Housing for rates and room availability.

Rice University Housing, Sublets, and Roommates Facebook Group

An unofficial Facebook group with lots of Rice incoming student, current students, and even alumni! You may find a random sublet for great bucks.

Rice Off-Campus Housing

This website is a big helper if you're looking for official lease-signing housing. 

Interactive Map

The GSA also created an interactive map on where grad students live that you can use to get ideas about new housing options. Please keep in mind transportation when choosing a new place to live—there are many options with great access to public transportation and the ability to bike to campus. Check out the map here. 

Furniture buying and renting

Can't get rid of the chunky furniture after graduation? Looking to buy some second-handed items still in good quality to save money? You are not the only one. We collected a list of places you can sell/buy things among graduate students.

Graduate Loan Closet 

You get to borrow small household items for a low annual membership fee from Women's Club of Rice University. Details are listed on their amazing website.

Rice Classifieds 

This is a collaborative effort to dispose properties on campus. You may never know what you can find to add some fun to your research bench or your office. Learn more by clicking on this link.

Rice University Housing, Sublets, and Roommates Facebook Group

An unofficial Facebook group designated for housing, this Facebook Group also has people regularly posting furniture or book sales. 

Goodwill 

You will never go wrong with this thrift store. The nearest location is on 2030 Westheimer Rd. See all locations here.