Vista Starkville | Student Housing
705 University Dr,
Starkville, MS 39759
$599 - $1,499 | Studio - 5 Beds
The historic Cotton District is a centrally located neighborhood just across Highway 12 from Mississippi State. This college town features affordable apartments and a family-friendly atmosphere. Stroll or drive along Nash Street to admire the beautiful tree-lined lanes, well-kept lawns, and historic homes. More than just students can enjoy the amenities and attractions that this university has to offer, like a football game at Davis Wade Stadium.
Though the Cotton District is mainly residential, there are community centers, fast food chains, local restaurants, and small businesses scattered throughout town. For a great meal and even better company, check out Bulldog Burger company after you’ve found your perfect new apartment in Starkville’s Cotton District.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Cotton District is $1,285 for one bedroom, $1,527 for two bedrooms, and $862 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cotton District has increased by 4.2% in the past year.
1 BR
591 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,285/month
Average Rent
2 BR
849 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,527/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,346 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$862/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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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 2025.