Downtown LA apartments near USC
A quick Metro E Line ride or DASH shuttle from campus, Downtown LA offers a completely different housing stock — high-rise apartments, lofts, and new construction — for students who want city living over a campus-adjacent feel.
Commute to campus
Direct via the Metro E Line, plus USC's own DASH shuttle service.
Best for
Students who want to live somewhere that isn't primarily a college neighborhood.
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High-rises & lofts · Nightlife & restaurants · Direct Metro E Line to campus
Downtown LA FAQ
How do USC students commute from Downtown LA?
Most ride the Metro E Line directly to campus, and USC also runs a DASH shuttle connecting DTLA to University Park.
Is Downtown LA more expensive than housing near campus?
It varies — some DTLA buildings are pricier high-rises, but there's also a wide range of loft and older-building inventory at more moderate rents.