Life as a college student in Los Angeles, CA, is already busy enough. Off-campus housing should make the school year simpler, not add more stress.
Icon Plaza is located close to campus and many of the Los Angeles spots USC students know well. This FAQ page covers the details students, parents, and guarantors usually want to know before signing a year-long lease, including floor plans, furnishings, amenities, location, policies, and day-to-day living at Icon Plaza. Have a question about our USC off-campus apartments that isn’t addressed here? Reach out to our leasing office for more information today!
1. Location & Proximity to Campus
Icon Plaza is located at:
3584 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Icon Plaza sits just south of the University of Southern California in a central Los Angeles location that keeps campus, major venues, dining, and everyday essentials within easy reach.
Icon Plaza is directly across the street from campus, so getting to class, study spots, and campus events takes very little time, whether the trip is on foot, by bike, or by car.
Icon Plaza is close to many of the campus destinations students use most often. Viterbi School of Engineering and the Galen Center are each 0.3 miles away, USC Village and the Lyon Center are 0.4 miles away, Leavey Library and Fertitta Hall are 0.5 miles away, and Tommy Trojan, Bovard Auditorium, Doheny Memorial Library, and Ronald Tutor Campus Center are all within 0.6 miles of our Los Angeles, CA, apartments. The Annenberg School, USC Gould School of Law, Thornton School of Music, Iovine and Young Hall, and the School of Cinematic Arts are also nearby, which helps students across different majors stay connected to their academic routines.
Icon Plaza is close to several student-friendly dining and shopping areas, including USC Village, which is 0.4 miles away. The area also includes spots like The Lab Gastropub, JINYA Ramen Bar, Panda Express, and Veggie Grill, so quick meals and casual meetups are easy to work into a busy class schedule. Ground-level dining and retail at Icon Plaza adds another layer of convenience close to home.
Icon Plaza places students near some of Los Angeles’s best-known destinations. Exposition Park is 0.3 miles away, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and BMO Stadium are each 0.5 miles away, and LA Live and Crypto.com Arena are 1.5 miles away. Downtown Los Angeles, the Arts District, Koreatown, Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Beach are all within reach for weekends, concerts, games, museums, and time away from campus, which helps Icon Plaza stand out among Los Angeles student apartments.
Yes. Icon Plaza has a Walk Score of 91 and a Transit Score of 76, which supports an easier day-to-day routine, whether the plan is walking to campus, using public transit, or heading into other parts of Los Angeles. The location works well for students who want quick access to USC while staying connected to the rest of the city.
2. Floor Plans, Furnishings, & Furniture Packages
Icon Plaza offers two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom apartments. This range gives students several layout options, whether the priority is fewer roommates, a larger shared living setup, or a floor plan that better matches a specific budget and living style.
Yes. Icon Plaza offers private bedroom and bathroom options, and some floor plans also include shared bathrooms. Double-occupancy bedrooms are available as well.
Yes. Icon Plaza offers fully furnished USC student apartments with common-area and bedroom furniture already in place. That setup helps simplify move-in for students who do not want to coordinate large furniture items before the school year begins.
Common areas include a 55-inch Smart TV, a coffee table, and barstool chairs, with the quantity of chairs depending on the floor plan. Some units also include a three-seat sofa, a two-seat loveseat, a two-seat couch with a chaise lounge, and a side chair.
Bedrooms include a bed frame and a desk with a chair. Single-occupancy bedrooms have either a full or full XL bed, while double-occupancy bedrooms include twin XL beds.
No. Furniture configurations vary by unit, and the exact setup is not the same across the property. Students who want unit-specific furniture details should contact the leasing office before signing a lease.
Icon Plaza apartments include LVP flooring throughout, quartz countertops, modern designer cabinetry, overhead lighting throughout the unit, a Smart TV in the living room, high-speed WiFi throughout the property, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Select apartments also include views of campus, walk-in closets, balconies, and private balconies.
Icon Plaza apartments include quartz countertops, modern designer cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances. These features give the kitchens a more updated look while covering the basics students need for everyday meals at home.
Yes. Each apartment includes an in-unit washer and dryer. Having laundry inside the apartment cuts out trips to an off-site laundromat or shared laundry room.
Yes. Premium bedrooms are available at Icon Plaza. For details on which floor plans include premium bedroom options and what distinguishes them, the leasing office can provide the most current availability.
Icon Plaza apartments include a stove, microwave, sink, oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator, along with a full-size in-unit washer and dryer. These features cover the everyday basics for cooking, cleaning, and laundry at home.
3. Amenities
Icon Plaza includes an Academic Success Center and dedicated study rooms. These spaces give students a quieter setting for independent work, group projects, and exam prep without needing to leave the property.
Yes. Icon Plaza has a fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment, along with a yoga studio. The cardio lineup includes treadmills, ellipticals, and stair climbers, while the strength area includes training machines, cable machines, free weights, barbells, and benches.
Yes. Icon Plaza has a swimming pool, giving students a place to cool off, reset after class, or spend time outside on warmer Los Angeles days.
Icon Plaza includes a sun deck and a rooftop lounge. These spaces work well for relaxing, meeting up with friends, or taking in the surrounding city views.
Icon Plaza includes a resident clubhouse along with ground-level dining and retail. That mix gives students shared space to gather close to home while keeping food and everyday convenience just downstairs.
Yes. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property. That helps students stay connected whether they are working in their apartment, studying in shared spaces, or spending time in common areas.
4. Shared Spaces & Community Programming
Yes. Icon Plaza includes a resident clubhouse, study rooms, an Academic Success Center, a rooftop lounge, and a sun deck. These shared spaces give students different places to focus, recharge, or spend time with friends without being limited to their apartment.
Icon Plaza is designed for students who want a more connected living experience near USC while still having space to settle into their own routine. With shared lounges, study areas, and community programming, Icon Plaza supports both quieter day-to-day living and a more social experience, depending on how each resident likes to spend their time.
Yes. Icon Plaza hosts resident events and community programming centered on philanthropic, academic, wellness, and social engagement through its P.A.W.S. model. Past events have included giveaways, resident meetups, and holiday-themed gatherings such as Easter egg hunts, giving residents more chances to connect outside of class and get to know their neighbors.
5. Safety, Security, & Transportation
Icon Plaza includes FOB-controlled building access for residents, FOB-controlled access to amenity spaces, security cameras throughout the property, and a refuge emergency call box near the elevator. Icon Plaza also has on-site courtesy patrol available 24/7, which adds another layer of support around the property.
Yes. Bedrooms at Icon Plaza are individually secured with electronic key fob access. That setup adds more privacy within shared apartments and helps students feel more comfortable in roommate-style living.
Yes. Icon Plaza offers gated underground garage parking. Standard parking is $200, tandem parking is $250, and spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tandem parking places two vehicles in the same parking space, with one car parked behind the other. At Icon Plaza, tandem parking is available for $250 (for both spots), so it is usually the better fit for roommates or residents who can coordinate vehicle access together.
Yes. Overnight guest parking is available for $25 per night.
Yes. Icon Plaza is directly across the street from USC, which keeps daily trips to class, study spaces, dining, and campus events quick and straightforward. With a Walk Score of 91, the surrounding area supports a more walkable student routine.
Yes. Icon Plaza has a Transit Score of 76, which helps students stay connected to other parts of Los Angeles without relying entirely on a car. That is especially useful for internships, concerts, off-campus dining, and weekends around the city.
6. Pet Policies
No. Icon Plaza does not permit pets in its apartments.
Yes. Service and support animals are the exception in accordance with applicable law. Any service or support animal must be disclosed and approved in advance before entering or living in the apartment.
Yes. Applicants must complete animal verification through PetScreening. Prior written permission from the landlord is required before any animal enters or resides in the unit, and an executed Pet Addendum may also be required before occupancy.
7. Management, Maintenance, & Leasing
Yes. Icon Plaza has an on-site management team that helps with day-to-day questions related to living at the property. Students can reach out for help with lease questions, general support, and other common resident needs during office hours.
Icon Plaza has an on-site maintenance team, so repair needs can be handled through property staff rather than an outside service. That gives residents a direct point of contact when something in the apartment needs attention.
Students can apply online through Icon Plaza’s application portal. After the application is submitted, a leasing team member will follow up with the next steps.
Yes. Icon Plaza offers roommate matching through RoomSync. The platform allows residents to look at living preferences such as study habits, sleep schedules, and cleanliness preferences when choosing roommates.
Yes. Icon Plaza allows residents to assign their housing contract. Residents who need to leave before the end of their lease term should contact the leasing office for the current assignment process, deadlines, and any required paperwork.
Yes. Residents are required to carry liability insurance as part of the housing contract. This requirement can be satisfied through the property’s Damage Waiver Program for an additional monthly fee or by purchasing liability insurance separately and providing proof of coverage.
8. General Property Information
Icon Plaza is a student housing property near the University of Southern California with two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom apartments. The property is built for students who want USC off-campus housing in a location that keeps both campus and Los Angeles close by.
Icon Plaza has 57 units and 243 beds. That setup creates a mid-sized student housing environment with a mix of shared apartments and different bedroom configurations.
Students and families should contact the leasing office directly for the most current availability, pricing, and application support.