Each person has their own specific needs and comfort levels, and we can help guide you through the room assignment procedure to find the housing option that works best for you. In addition to the options below, please feel free come see us or email us directly at lgbtqi@vanderbilt.edu for assistance. Undergraduate students may also contact Housing and Residential Experience for more information.
While undergraduate students have a four-year residential requirement to live on-campus, there is currently no on-campus housing option for graduate students. In addition, faculty/staff new to the area may be seeking LGBTQI+ friendly housing. Here are some resources:
Finding a Roomate
Housing Referral Service (for those off-campus and new to Nashville): The University hosts this referral service for all members of the community to both post and look for roommates. We encourage LGBTQI+ and friendly folks who feel comfortable to identify this openly in their ads.
Realtors
- Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce: Search “Realty” or “Realtor” under the membership directory. Please note: we cannot endorse specific realtors or realty companies.
Discrimination in Housing
University Off-Campus Housing Referral Service
University community members who experience discrimination from individuals or landlords listed on the University Off-Campus Housing Referral Service should contact Housing and Residential Experience.
Housing Found Outside the University Referral Service
For housing found outside of the University’s referral service site: While sexual orientation and gender identity are not listed in the protected categories for housing non-discrimination for the state of Tennessee, individuals seeking mediation between themselves and a landlord could attempt to do so through the Metro Human Relations Commission.
The materials on this page are here to provide helpful information and guidance. We do not endorse any information or materials from external parties.