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Goose Hollow Plaza also has community study rooms, workout facilities, on site laundry, and a shuttle bus directly to the PNCA campus.

PNCA is pleased to offer student housing in a secure building, Housing Northwest Goose Hollow Plaza, just a mile from the campus. With the close proximity of the apartments, students can chose to take a shuttle from the complex to school, use public transportation or as many students do, bike to campus. All incoming freshman are guaranteed a place if they apply for housing before June 1.

The student apartments are bright, carpeted, newer two bedroom units, furnished, with a kitchen, living room and balcony. All apartments are equipped with internet access. housing Goose Hollow Plaza also has community study rooms, workout facilities, on site laundry, and a shuttle bus directly to the PNCA campus. Roommate matching is provided through Housing Northwest, a private, non-profit corporation that has worked with students in Portland since 1969. Along with roommate matching services, their experienced staff in conjunction with the PNCA Resident Advisors, coordinate a variety of social and cultural activities. The units are leased per scholastic year on a first come, first serve basis. Spring admits are welcome to apply in the Spring and will be accepted on a space available basis.

Students have the option of renting their own private room in a two bedroom unit or to share a room with another PNCA student. Read the Housing Agreement to decide which option is right for you and mark that choice on your application. Not all requests will be granted due to limited spaces. If your first choice is not available, you may have the option of your second choice and the PNCA Housing Coordinator will contact you.

Goose Hollow Plaza is located at 1604 SW Clay, Portland and tours of two bedroom units are available by contacting HNW Housing Services Office at 503-222-7105. Please identify your interest in a PNCA apartment.

housing Requests for PNCA Housing Contract and Housing Application forms can be obtained as a PDF or by contacting the PNCA Student Services office. For more info, read the FAQ below, or email PNCA Housing Coordinator Rachel Allen, rallen [at] pnca [dot] edu.

Frequently Asked Questions About PNCA Student Housing

What is included in a “furnished” apartment?
Furnished housing includes a twin bed, desk, and chair for each student. The common space includes a sofa, dinette table and dining chairs. Students must provide their own lamps, linens, and cooking utensils.

Is the PNCA student housing at the Goose Hollow Plaza like a dorm?
Goose Hollow Plaza consists of individual apartments rented by students from a variety of Portland area colleges. PNCA has a block of rooms for PNCA students which are furnished. The apartments come with internet access, a bath and kitchen. There isn’t a cafeteria or meal plan on site so students are responsible for all of their meals. Students are also responsible for paying electric and phone service.

Are there Resident Advisors?
Yes, PNCA has up to 4 Resident Advisors on site along with HNW’s on site staff Manager, a live-in Assistant manager, live-in student Resident Managers, and a Student Night Manager. The staff is trained to provide activities, enforce policies, ensure building safety, offer referrals to outside resources, help with lockouts, and answer general questions. Staff is on hand at all hours for emergency situations and do walk rounds throughout the building.

What kinds of activities and features are offered?
The PNCA RA’s host game nights, outings to see plays, potlucks, movie nights, open art critiques, hikes in Forrest Park, field trips to art shows etc... HNW sponsors evenings at the Portland Opera, various plays, sports, Cinco De Mayo Parties, BBQs, etc. Often these events are free for residents or offered at a substantial discount. Goose Hollow Plaza also has a fitness area and study room on site available to residents.

What is the surrounding area like?
Goose Hollow Plaza is located in a residential neighborhood close to downtown Portland. Many restaurants, shops and parks are nearby. A grocery store is just blocks away as well as public transportation to take you across the river or to any other part of town.

How far away is PNCA from Goose Hollow Plaza?
PNCA housing is approximately one mile from the PNCA campus. HNW will provide a free shuttle bus that will make schedule stops at PNCA Monday through Friday. Goose Hollow and PNCA are also connected by using the Max line and Portland street car.

How many roommates will I have?
Each two bedroom apartment will be shared by two or four students. The roommates will be matched by HNW using the information provided on the PNCA Housing application form.

Can I have guests stay with me?
Yes. However, any guest staying longer than seven (7) nights in any month is considered an illegal tenant. Be respectful of your roommate/s and ask if it is ok before you have a guest stay the night.

Is parking available?
Students are responsible for making their own parking arrangements. Long term parking is available by renting a space in the underground parking lot offered at the building for $60/month. Or you may purchase a yearly long term street-parking permit through the city of Portland.

What size are the apartments?
The apartments range from 900-954 sq ft. and each bedroom is approximately 300 sq ft.

Are pets allowed?
Yes, if they are caged or in a tank. However, arrangements and approval are made directly through HNW. A deposit and additional fees are required.

Is there an apartment available for me to see?
Yes. HNW is happy to show you a two-bedroom apartment. Please contact the HNW office directly to arrange a tour: 503-725-4340. Let them know that you are with PNCA so that they show you the correct apartment style.