The Village on Sixth Avenue | Student Housing
2101 Sixth Ave,
Huntington, WV 25703
$440 - $1,100 | 1-4 Beds
Founded in 1837, Marshall University offers students access to over 100 degree programs in a broad range of fields. Marshall faculty members are leaders, mentors, and cultivators of talent committed to teaching as well as conducting high-level research and professional training to prepare students to thrive in the world. MU is home to a strong community known as the Sons and Daughters of Marshall in addition to the Thundering Herd athletic teams, which compete in the NCAA Division I Conference USA.
Marshall’s main campus is located in Huntington, surrounded by various affordable rental apartments. Access to I-64 allows for easy commutes and travels from MU as well.
Intramural and club sports, over 200 student organizations, and a myriad of events keep MU’s campus humming. Stretched along the Ohio River near several national forests and wildlife areas, the Sons and Daughters of Marshall have plenty of options for engaging in outdoor recreation. Weekend getaways are simple to plan with Lexington, Louisville, Knoxville, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, and Columbus all located within a four-hour drive of MU.
As of August 2025, the average apartment rent in Huntington, WV is $639 for a studio, $725 for one bedroom, $903 for two bedrooms, and $718 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Huntington has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Studio
474 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$639/month
Average Rent
1 BR
574 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$725/month
Average Rent
2 BR
886 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$903/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,130 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$718/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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