University of Vermont

Burlington, VT

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University of Vermont - Burlington, VT Area Guide

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Established in 1791, the University of Vermont is the fifth oldest university in New England. Among the nation’s premier small research universities, UVM offers a variety of academic programs combining faculty-student relationships found in small liberal arts colleges with the resources of a major research institution. Students can choose from more than 100 undergrad majors, 50 masters programs, and 22 doctoral programs at UVM.

Located on the shores of Lake Champlain between the Adirondack and Green mountain ranges in Burlington, UVM’s 460-acre central campus is proximate to plenty of rental apartments and houses. Burlington is regularly ranked among the top college towns in the nation—its vibrant Downtown and South End neighborhoods are both convenient to campus. Close proximity to I-89 and Burlington International Airport allow for simple commutes and travels from UVM.

Over 200 student clubs and organizations, intramural teams, club sports, and NCAA Division I Catamounts athletics contribute to a rich campus life. Options for outdoor activities are abundant, with lots of skiing and snowboarding opportunities in the winter. Montreal and Boston are both within a three-hour drive from campus as well.

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Burlington, VT is $1,704 for a studio, $2,080 for one bedroom, $1,724 for two bedrooms, and $1,470 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Burlington has decreased by -1.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 451 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,704/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 674 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,080/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,070 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,724/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,484 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,470/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly University of Vermont - Burlington, VT (University) is for everyday living.

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

Daily Essentials

University of Vermont - Burlington, VT (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.

Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk

Groceries

50 / 100

Good Restaurant Variety Nearby

Restaurants

60 / 100

Fair Café Variety Nearby

Cafes

40 / 100

Good Variety of Shops Nearby

Shopping

70 / 100

Local Vibe

Get a sense of what it’s like to live in University of Vermont - Burlington, VT (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.

Vibrant Atmosphere at Times

Vibrancy

40 / 100

Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby

Nightlife

40 / 100
Scores provided by

Schools

Champlain School

Public

Grades PK-5

548 Students

8/10

Edmunds Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

228 Students

7/10

Sustainability Academy At Lawrence Barnes

Public

Grades PK-5

191 Students

7/10

C. P. Smith School

Public

Grades PK-5

242 Students

6/10

Integrated Arts Academy At H. O. Wheeler

Public

Grades PK-5

248 Students

5/10

Edmunds Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

365 Students

7/10

Lyman C. Hunt Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

337 Students

5/10

Burlington Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

987 Students

7/10

Burlington Technical Center

Public

Grades 9-12

/10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Perkins Geology Museum
  • Echo Lake Aquarium & Science Center
  • Intervale Center
  • Shelburne Farms
  • Niquette Bay State Park

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Patrick Leahy Burlington International
  • Plattsburgh International

Colleges

Top Apartments Near University of Vermont

187 Pearl St

187 Pearl St

187 Pearl St,
Burlington, VT 05401

$1,750 - $2,800

Studio - 3 Beds

1-5 Pine Pl

1-5 Pine Pl

1-5 Pine Pl,
Burlington, VT 05401

$2,500

3 Beds

37 Decatur St

37 Decatur St

37 Decatur St,
Burlington, VT 05401

$2,800

3 Beds

Catamount Run

Catamount Run

268 Market St,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$950 - $2,029

Studio - 3 Beds

339 Garden Street Apartments

339 Garden Street Apartments

339 Garden Street,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$2,660 - $2,714

2 Beds

University Commons at Catamount Run

University Commons at Catamount Run

223 Garden St,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$1,239 - $1,948

Studio - 3 Beds

200 Garden Street Apartments

200 Garden Street Apartments

200 Garden St,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$1,900 - $3,100

Studio - 3 Beds

56 Drew St

56 Drew St

56 Drew St,
Burlington, VT 05401

$3,500

5 Beds

Quarry Hill Apartments

Quarry Hill Apartments

376 Quarry Hill Rd,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$2,000 - $2,200

1-2 Beds

Houses Near University of Vermont

84 Maple St

84 Maple St,
Burlington, VT 05401

$4,450 Total Monthly Price

5 Beds | 2 Baths | 12 Month Lease

88 North St

88 North St,
Burlington, VT 05401

$3,200

4 Beds | 2 Baths

172 White St

172 White St,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$2,900

3 Beds | 1 Bath

1626 Williston Rd

1626 Williston Rd,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$3,300

3 Beds | 1 Bath

50 Patchen Rd

50 Patchen Rd,
South Burlington, VT 05403

$4,000 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 12 Month Lease

62 Union St

62 Union St,
Winooski, VT 05404

$2,200 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 12 Month Lease

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

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