Gonzaga University

Spokane, WA

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Gonzaga University - Spokane, WA

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With a history dating back to 1881, Gonzaga University first opened its doors in 1887. Gonzaga is now a private four-year institution of higher learning offering a multitude of undergraduate and graduate programs dedicated to the Jesuit, Catholic, and humanistic ideals of educating the mind, body, and spirit. Students at GU discover how to integrate science and art, faith and reason, and action and contemplation.

The GU campus is spread over 131 acres overlooking the Spokane River. A variety of houses, condos, and apartments are available for rent within close proximity to campus. Housing options in the Logan, East Central, and Riverside neighborhoods tend to be the most convenient.

Gonzaga maintains an active campus atmosphere with over 100 student clubs and organizations, NCAA Division I athletic games, and intramurals and club sports. A host of nearby natural and cultural amenities offers plenty to do in the surrounding Spokane area. Seattle is about a four-hour drive from campus and Portland is about a five-hour drive away.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Spokane, WA is $1,052 for a studio, $1,122 for one bedroom, $1,370 for two bedrooms, and $1,800 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Spokane has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 472 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,052/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 640 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,122/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 970 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,370/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,281 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,800/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

59

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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.

36

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Balboa Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

255 Students

9
out of 10

Wilson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

360 Students

8
out of 10

Mullan Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

617 Students

7
out of 10

Hutton Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

528 Students

7
out of 10

Hamblen Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

515 Students

7
out of 10

Sacajawea Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

775 Students

7
out of 10

Northwood Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

798 Students

6
out of 10

Westwood Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

585 Students

6
out of 10

Spokane Public Montessori

Public

Grades PK-8

362 Students

6
out of 10

North Central High School

Public

Grades 6-12

1,674 Students

5
out of 10

Mead Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,809 Students

8
out of 10

Riverpoint Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

169 Students

8
out of 10

Lewis & Clark High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,739 Students

7
out of 10

Ferris High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,631 Students

6
out of 10

West Valley High School

Public

Grades 9-12

881 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Riverfront Park
  • Herbert M. Hamblen Conservation Area
  • Manito Park
  • High Bridge Park
  • Downriver Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Spokane International

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