Student Housing in Mexico
Where students live in Mexico. Semester prices are for exchange students at Tec de Monterrey (a private university). UNAM (the National Autonomous University of Mexico, a public university) also helps with housing.
Housing Options
Three common choices for students.
| Accommodation Type | Average Cost | Pros |
|---|---|---|
Residence hall Student housing on or near the university. | USD 2,950 to USD 3,950 a semester Tec de Monterrey |
|
Host family Live with a local family. | USD 2,260 to USD 2,500 a semester Tec de Monterrey |
|
Own housing A room or flat you rent yourself. | USD 1,500 to USD 5,500 a semester Tec de Monterrey |
|
Prices
Finding a Place
Reliable Platforms
Your university's housing office
UNAM and Tec de Monterrey help international students with housing.
Avoiding Scams
The Mexico rental market has its share of scams targeting international students. To protect yourself:
- Do not pay a deposit until you have seen the place or have a signed contract.
- Use your university's housing office where it has one.
Costs
Housing prices depend on the city and the type of place.
Host Family Meals
Housing Tips
Ask your university's office for foreign students about housing before you arrive.
Keep your rental contract. A bank or IMSS (Mexico's public health service) can ask for it as proof of where you live.
Tell the INM about a move within 90 days.
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