Pace University runs two very different residential set-ups: a cluster of high-rise halls within a five-block radius of its downtown New York City campus, and five residence halls, from classic dorms to townhouses, on its Westchester campus in Pleasantville. Which side you live on depends entirely on which campus you attend, so the first decision is made for you. This guide walks through every hall on both campuses, who lives where, and what to think about before you apply.
What Housing at Pace University Looks Like
The university describes the New York City halls as a reflection of the city itself: dynamic, diverse and unique, all located within a five-block radius of One Pace Plaza in Lower Manhattan. The Westchester campus, by contrast, offers a more traditional campus feel with five residence halls ranging from classic corridor-style buildings to suite-style living and townhouses. Both campuses run themed floors and programming, and Residential Life encourages students to get involved as a way to meet people and build leadership skills.
Pace publishes housing rates on a separate page rather than alongside the hall descriptions, so this guide does not quote prices; check the current rates page before budgeting.
What the New York City Residence Halls Are
15 Beekman
The newest New York City hall, 15 Beekman houses approximately 460 students in mostly double- and triple-occupancy rooms arranged in suites that hold seven to ten students. The residential floors sit on top of classrooms, campus dining, the Beekman Library and other student spaces, so much of daily life happens in the same building. From Fall 2026, once One Pace Plaza East reopens, 15 Beekman will primarily house sophomores, juniors and seniors.
33 Beekman
One block south of One Pace Plaza, 33 Beekman houses primarily upper-level students. At 34 stories the university calls it the tallest residence hall in the world, with sweeping views of the city.
182 Broadway
A five-minute walk to campus and close to the 33 Beekman residences, 182 Broadway is the third downtown option, an addition to what Pace describes as its 2,200-student downtown campus.
Maria’s Tower
Maria’s Tower reopens in Fall 2026 after nearly three years of renovation. It occupies the main tower of One Pace Plaza East and will house approximately 450 first-year students across floors seven through sixteen, giving new students a live-and-learn arrangement directly above the academic heart of the campus.
What the Westchester Residence Halls Are
Alumni Hall
Centrally located in the heart of the Westchester campus, Alumni Hall is a four-story residence hall that houses 527 students in semi-suites, making it the largest building on that campus.
Elm Hall
Pace’s newest Westchester residence, Elm Hall is described as a modern, sustainable living and learning community.
Martin Hall
Martin Hall houses 200 upper-level students in single, double and triple rooms. It is also home to The Pace Perk, the student-run late-night cafe.
North Hall
Similar in design to Martin, North Hall also houses 200 upper-level students in single, double and triple rooms. The university’s own fun fact: when the New York Giants used Pace’s facilities for training camp back in the ’70s and ’80s, players stayed in North Hall.
The Townhouses
The Townhouses are 36 tri-level apartments for upper-level students. Each unit houses eight students in four double rooms with built-in closets and dressers, the closest thing Pace offers to off-campus-style living while staying on campus.
Where First-Year and Upper-Level Students Live
On the New York City campus the split is by year. From Fall 2026 first-year students are directed to Maria’s Tower, while 15 Beekman shifts to sophomores, juniors and seniors, and 33 Beekman continues to house primarily upper-level students. In Westchester, Martin Hall, North Hall and the Townhouses are all designated for upper-level students, which leaves Alumni Hall and Elm Hall as the buildings a first-year student is most likely to be placed in. Pace runs separate housing processes for new and returning students, so returning residents should watch the housing dates page for selection deadlines.
Tips for Choosing a Dorm at Pace University
- Decide how much building you want. 15 Beekman keeps classes, dining and the library under one roof; 182 Broadway means a short daily walk. Some students like the separation.
- Think about room size versus community. New York City suites hold seven to ten students; Westchester’s Martin and North halls offer singles as well as doubles and triples.
- Upper-level students in Westchester should compare the Townhouses with Martin or North. Eight people sharing a tri-level apartment suits a settled friend group better than a random assignment.
- Check the rates page. Costs differ by building and room type, and they are not listed with the hall descriptions.
- Ask about themed floors. Both campuses offer them, and they are an easy way to land near people with the same interests.
Conclusion
Pace’s dorms come down to nine buildings across two campuses: four Lower Manhattan high-rises, of which Maria’s Tower becomes the first-year home from Fall 2026, and five Westchester halls where Alumni Hall is the big central building and the Townhouses are the upper-level prize. Match the building to your year and your tolerance for city living, confirm the current rates, and apply through the correct new-student or returning-student process.