Buckingham Place

Housing & Residence Life is proud to partner with Buckingham Place to expand quality housing options for Chicago State University students. Located right in the heart of downtown Chicago, students have access to modern apartment-style living in a supportive community designed to complement their academic experience.

Working closely with Buckingham Place, Housing & Residence Life helps connect students to safe, convenient, and student-focused accommodations. Together, we are committed to providing a welcoming living environment that fosters independence, engagement, and a strong sense of community for CSU students.

Chicago State University Housing & Residence Life oversees all housing-related matters for students residing at Buckingham Place. For more information about The Flats and available housing opportunities, please contact us at housing@csu.edu.

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59 East Van Buren Street Chicago, IL 60605

Fall 2026 to Spring 2027

ROOM
Single Room	$6000/semester
Double Room	$5000/Semester

Buckingham Place Move-In Checklist

Welcome to The Flats! Living on your own for the first time is an exciting step. This checklist will help you prepare for a successful move-in experience. As a reminder, we recommend you bring what works for you! This list is a suggestion of items you might find useful when living in your first apartment.

What Is Already Provided?

Bedroom furniture with a twin-XL size bed

Full-size refrigerator

Full-size stove and oven

Microwave

Common area furnishings

Bedroom Essentials

Twin-XL size bed sheets

Pillow and pillowcases

Comforter or blanket

Mattress topper

Hangers

Laundry basket or hamper

Storage bins or organizers

Desk lamp

Bathroom Essentials

Towels and washcloths

Shower caddy

Shower curtain

Shower shoes/flip-flops

Trash can

Toilet paper

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Shampoo, conditioner, and soap

First aid kit
Personal medications

Kitchen Essentials

Plates and bowls

Cups and mugs

Silverware

Cooking utensils

Pots and pans

Can opener

Food storage containers

Dish soap and sponge

Paper towels
Trash can and bags

Cleaning Supplies

Multi-purpose cleaner

Disinfecting wipes

Broom and dustpan

Vacuum cleaner

Laundry detergent

School & Technology

Laptop and charger

Phone charger

Power strip/surge protector

Headphones

Backpack
Notebooks, pens, and school supplies

Personal Items

Weather-appropriate clothing

Government-issued ID

Insurance cards and important documents

Reusable water bottle
Photos and personal decorations

Community Guidelines & Reminders

Apartments are furnished with twin-XL size beds.

Do not put holes in walls, doors, cabinets, or furniture. Use approved removable mounting products for decorations.

Do not bring flushable bathroom wipes

Do not bring LED adhesive strip lights

Keep your apartment clean and free of excessive clutter.

Be considerate of roommates, neighbors, and shared spaces.

Review and follow all apartment community policies.

Prohibited Items

Weapons of any kind, including firearms, ammunition, knives intended as weapons, and explosive devices, including toy replicas.

Illegal drugs including marijuana and controlled substances not prescribed to the resident.

Drug paraphernalia including hookahs and other smoking apparatus

Stolen property.

Any illicit, illegal, or hazardous materials.

Any item prohibited by community policies, state law, or university regulations.