If you are a first-year freshman, you are required by the University of South Florida to live in the dorms for your first year. There are some exemptions, so be sure to read their policies before signing any lease. That way, you won't get caught in a situation where you have a dorm and an apartment. The University of South Florida Campus is located in North Tampa, in an area that is also referred to as "New Tampa". There are tons of apartments in this area, and there are also several apartment complexes that tailor to students living in the area. Using our apartment search, you can search the USF area apartments and many other features that would be useful, like roommate matching, joint leases, and pet-friendly apartments.