Parents’ Guide to Life at Hub Raleigh

Choosing off-campus housing is a big step. At Hub Raleigh, we’re obsessed with every detail of our resident experience with a hospitality-driven focus on convenience, connection, programming and proximity to campus. We’re here to make the leasing process as easy as possible for you and your student. This guide outlines what to expect at every stage, from leasing and budgeting to move-in and daily life at our community.

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Individual leasing provides clarity, structure, and a more student-focused approach to off-campus housing.

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What Is an Individual Lease?

An individual lease means each resident signs their own lease agreement for their assigned bedroom space rather than being responsible for the entire apartment. This structure helps make housing responsibilities clearer for students and families.

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How This Benefits Students and Parents

  • Clearer Financial Responsibility
    Individual leasing clearly separates each resident’s financial obligation from their roommates’ obligations.
  • More Predictable Monthly Planning
    We use monthly installment schedules, which makes it easier for families to plan around housing costs.
  • Roommate Flexibility
    Students may live with friends or choose a layout that works for their lifestyle while keeping financial responsibilities separate.
  • Guarantor Support
    Depending on your students finances, we may require a guarantor, often a parent or guardian, to help students qualify for housing.
  • Student Independence
    Lease responsibilities help students build accountability while still giving families a framework for support.

 

One of the most helpful parts of planning for off-campus living is understanding what comes with the apartment and what students should still budget for separately. Hub Raleigh apartments are designed with furnished living spaces and student-focused features that reduce move-in stress.

What’s Included

  • Fully Furnished Apartments
    Hub Raleigh apartments include furnished living rooms, helping students move in without needing to bring or purchase large furniture items.
  • Bedroom Furniture & Features
    Apartment features include Full XL-sized beds in standard units, full-sized beds in pod-style units, blackout shades, modern ceiling fans with lights, and high-speed Wi-Fi and Ethernet outlets in every bedroom. Some features, such as independently keyed bedrooms, private bedrooms and bathrooms, walk-in closets, and living room TV’s are available in select units.
  • Modern Kitchens
    Kitchens include premium stainless steel appliances, quartz stone countertops, designer cabinetry, and architectural track lighting.
  • In-Unit Laundry
    Hub Raleigh has full-size front-loading washers and dryers in-unit.
  • High-Speed Wi-Fi
    Hub Raleigh offers free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the building, along with high-speed Wi-Fi and Ethernet outlets in every bedroom.

What Families Should Still Plan For

  • Monthly Housing Installments
    Rates vary by floor plan, bedroom type, lease term, availability, and any selected upgrades.
  • Parking
    Parking is available for a monthly fee starting at $100.
  • Renter’s Insurance
    Renters insurance, if not provided by the resident, is available for a monthly fee of $13.95.
  • Personal Expenses
    Families should also budget for groceries, toiletries, school supplies, transportation, laundry supplies, décor, and other everyday personal needs.

With furnished apartments, built-in technology, and modern in-unit features, Hub Raleigh makes the transition to student living feel more streamlined.

A great student living experience is about more than having a place to sleep. It is also about having places to study, recharge, connect, and build routines that support college life.

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Community Assistance

Our community’s residents have access to the on-site team for community-related questions, maintenance needs, and general support. Families should encourage students to contact the team directly when they need help with their apartment or resident experience.

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Spaces That Support Academic Focus

Hub Raleigh includes private study rooms, group study rooms, study booths, and a New Here Coffee Shop, giving students different environments for focus, collaboration, and daily productivity.

Academic support features include:

  • Private study rooms
  • Group study rooms
  • Study booths
  • New Here Coffee Shop
  • Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the building

These spaces are especially helpful during busy parts of the semester when students need options for studying, online coursework, group projects, or quiet focus time.

Shared Spaces for Connection and Collaboration

College is about building community, and shared spaces make students feel more connected to where they live. Some of our amenities include rooftop and pool spaces, a rooftop terrace with social games and a firepit, a bocce ball court, grill area, lifestyle events, pop-up shops, giveaways, and collaborations with local brands.

These community-focused spaces and events make it easier for students to meet others, settle into Raleigh, and feel more at home.

Wellness Support for the Full Student Experience

Hub Raleigh’s wellness amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center open 24/7 for residents, a private yoga room, Pilates reformer studio, indoor hot tub and cold plunge, sauna and steam room, and indoor spa heated loungers.

These amenities are designed to support student routines beyond the classroom, from movement and recovery to relaxation and stress management.

Moving into a new apartment is a big milestone, especially for students living away from home for the first time. At Hub Raleigh, furnished apartments and built-in features help reduce the amount of furniture students need to bring.

Preparing Before Move-In

Know What to Expect

Before move-in day, students and parents should review the lease carefully together. This helps everyone understand important dates, installment schedules, policies, move-in instructions, and community expectations.

Plan What to Bring

Because apartments are furnished, students are able to focus on personal essentials such as:

  • Bedding and pillows
  • Towels and toiletries
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Laundry supplies
  • School supplies
  • Clothing and personal items
  • Décor and comfort items

Students should coordinate with roommates on shared items so the apartment stays organized from the start.

Arriving on Move-In Day

Check the Apartment at Arrival

Once students arrive, they should inspect the apartment, confirm listed furnishings and appliances are present, and report any concerns to the management team promptly.

Start with the Basics

Unpacking essentials the first day so you have everything you need, even if the full setup takes more time.

Making the Space Feel Comfortable

Add Personal Touches

Even in a furnished apartment, photos, décor, blankets, desk items, and everyday essentials make the space feel familiar and comfortable.

Get Familiar with the Community

Students should take time to find study spaces, wellness amenities, package areas, parking areas if applicable, and common spaces early on.

Building Routine and Community

Meet the People Around You

Introducing themselves to roommates and neighbors allows students to feel more comfortable in their new home.

Join Early Community Events

Our community frequently hosts lifestyle events, pop-up shops, giveaways, and collaborations with local brands as part of its activity offerings. These are helpful ways for students to meet people and get involved.

Keep Up with Community Updates

Students should regularly check email, resident communication platforms, and community notices for reminders, policy updates, events, and maintenance information.

Support Throughout the Process

Sometimes questions come up before move-in, during arrival, or after students have settled in. Our team is able to assist with community-related questions, and families are able to support students by helping them stay organized and encouraging them to communicate directly with the property team.

Hub Raleigh gives students access to NC State and nearby Raleigh destinations from a student-focused location. Hub Raleigh is a 6-minute walk to North Carolina State University, a 12-minute walk to Clark Dining Hall, a 15-minute walk to Reynolds Coliseum, a 14-minute walk to D. H. Hill Jr. Library, and an 8-minute drive to Greek Village.

Proximity to Campus

Being close to NC State makes it easier for students to get to class, study on campus, meet friends, attend events, and stay involved in campus life.

Getting Around Raleigh

Students do a mix of walking, biking, driving, rideshare, and local transportation depending on their schedule, campus routine, and lifestyle.

Parking and Vehicle Access

Reserved parking is available in our multi-level parking garage. Residents enter through secure points using a key-fob access system.

Biking and Alternative Transportation

Bike storage is available to residents who prefer to bike, giving students a place to store bikes when not in use.

Our team at Hub Raleigh is there to support residents throughout their housing experience, but students are typically the primary point of contact for lease, payment, maintenance, and account-related communication.

How Communication Works

  • Students are the primary point of contact
    Residents are generally responsible for submitting maintenance requests, checking notices, asking questions, and staying current on housing responsibilities.
  • Student responsibility is part of the experience
    Managing communication helps students build confidence and independence while still allowing families to provide support behind the scenes.

How Parents and Guardians Can Stay Informed

  • Review lease documents together
    Going through the lease before signing helps everyone understand responsibilities, dates, policies, and financial expectations.
  • Talk through budgeting early
    Discuss monthly installments, utilities, parking, renters’ insurance, groceries, and personal expenses before move-in.
  • Encourage regular check-ins
    Remind students to check whether they have received important notices, submitted maintenance requests, or have questions about community expectations.
  • Keep key dates visible
    Move-in, renewal deadlines, installment due dates, and move-out expectations are easier to manage when students and families track them together.

Hub Raleigh supports student independence while giving families a helpful framework for staying informed and involved.

Does Hub Raleigh use individual leases?

Yes. Each resident signs an individual lease for their assigned bedroom space rather than being responsible for the entire apartment. This keeps each resident’s financial responsibility separate from their roommates’ obligations.

Does Hub Raleigh require a guarantor?

Depending on the student’s finances, our community may require a guarantor to help the student qualify for housing. A guarantor is often a parent or guardian.

Are housing payments made monthly?

Yes. Hub Raleigh uses monthly installment schedules, giving students and families a predictable schedule for housing payments.

Is internet included at Hub Raleigh?

Yes. Hub Raleigh offers free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the building. Bedrooms also include high-speed Wi-Fi and Ethernet outlets.

Is parking available?

Yes. Hub Raleigh offers reserved parking in its multi-level parking garage. Rates begin as low as $100 per month.

What should my student bring for move-in?

Our apartments are furnished, so students can focus on personal essentials such as bedding, towels, toiletries, cookware, dishes, laundry supplies, school supplies, clothing, and décor. Roommates should coordinate ahead of time on items they plan to share.