Welcome to Grand Valley State University.

Our main campus is located in rural Allendale, Michigan, about 15 miles from urban Grand Rapids, where we have another campus. Whether you prefer a small town setting rich with nature or a city with a thriving economy and culture, Grand Valley has a unique learning environment to offer you.

So take a good look within - this website, the Grand Valley website, and yourself - and consider how choosing Grand Valley will help you find yourself and what you want from life.

Why Choose GVSU?

Quick Facts about GVSU

Virtual Tour

What You'll Find Within Grand Valley

Transportation System

Professional Development Opportunities

• PACES - Professional Development for Graduate Students
• Graduate Dean's Citations for Academic Excellence
• Alumni Association

Support Centers

• Career Center
• Gayle R. Davis Center for Women and Gender Equity
• Inclusion and Equity Institute
• Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center
• Office of Multicultural Affairs
• University Counseling Center
• Veteran's Network
• Writing Center

Financial Support

• Academic Conference Fund
• FAFSA Application
• Fellowships
• GVSU Financial Aid Website
• Presidential Research Grants
• SAGA
• Scholarships

This is a list of popular/common housing options for GVSU students in Allendale/Grand Rapids; please know that this list is not exhaustive. 

Off-Campus Housing Options

Apartments in Standale

Allendale

Apartments in Allendale

1. GVSU On-Campus Housing
   1. 1-4 bedroom apartments/townhomes
2. Canvas Townhomes
   1. 1-4 bedroom townhomes
3. Locale Apartments
   1. 2-3 bedroom apartments
4. Lodge Apartments
   1. 2-4 bedroom apartments
5. Alpine Apartments
   1. 4 bedroom apartments
6. 48 West Apartments
   1. 1-4 bedroom apartments
7. Campus View Apartments
   1. 1-4 bedroom apartments/townhomes/cottages
8. Campus West
   1. 1-4 bedroom apartments
9. Meadows Crossing
   1. 2-4 bedroom townhomes
10. TRIO Townhomes
    1. 2-4 bedrooms townhomes
11. Enclave Apartments
    1. 1-4 bedroom apartments/cottages

Grand Rapids

Apartments in Grand Rapids

1. GVSU On-Campus Housing
   a. 1-4 bedroom apartments
2. American Reality
   a. Company that rents out various houses, duplexes, and apartments
   b. Many GVSU students use this company  
3. Fulton Group
   a. Company that rents out various houses, duplexes, and apartments 
   b. Many GVSU students use this company  
4. Apartments.Com
   a. Website with rental postings
5. Zillow.Com
   a. Website with rental postings

     The Compass: Welcome to West Michigan

City of Grand Rapids

Local Shopping Attractions

Restaurants

Places to Go/Things to See

Places of Worship

Campus Cultural Groups

Banking Information

Helpful Resources & Websites