Parents' Guide to Life at Hub Tallahassee

Choosing off-campus housing is a big step. At Hub Tallahassee, 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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At Hub Tallahassee, we offer leases by the bed, not by the full apartment. This individual leasing structure is common in student housing and can make the leasing process clearer for students and families.

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What Is an Individual Lease?

With an individual lease, each resident signs their own lease for their assigned bedroom space. That means your student is responsible for their own lease agreement and monthly installment, not the full apartment or a roommate’s portion.

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How This Benefits Students and Parents

  • Separate Financial Responsibility
    Because leases are individual, each resident is responsible for their own lease obligations rather than a roommate’s portion.
  • Clear Monthly Responsibility
    Individual leasing gives families a clearer understanding of the housing costs assigned to their student.
  • More Student Independence
    Students take responsibility for payments, deadlines, community expectations, and communication with the Hub Tallahassee team.
  • A Structure Designed for Shared Living
    By-the-bed leasing allows students to share an apartment while keeping each resident’s housing responsibilities separate.
  • Guarantor Waiver Option
    The optional LEAP Guarantor Waiver Program provides another leasing option for qualifying residents. Students and families should review current program details to understand eligibility, costs, and requirements.

Individual leasing creates a clearer financial setup for shared student apartments while giving residents responsibility for their own housing obligations.

One of the most helpful parts of planning for off-campus living is understanding what comes with the apartment and what families should plan for separately. Hub Tallahassee offers fully furnished student apartments with high-speed Wi-Fi, in-unit laundry, and apartment features designed for college life.

With furnished apartments, Wi-Fi, in-unit laundry, and student-focused amenities, Hub Tallahassee helps make off-campus living feel more streamlined for residents and families.

What’s Included

  • Fully Furnished Apartments
    Hub Tallahassee apartments include modern, custom-designed furniture, reducing the need to purchase or transport large furniture before move-in.
  • Bedroom Essentials
    Bedrooms include Full XL beds, desks, desk chairs, blackout shades, modern ceiling fans with lights, and high-speed Wi-Fi and Ethernet outlets. Features such as walk-in closets and private bedrooms or bathrooms may vary by unit.
  • Shared Living Spaces
    Shared spaces include modern furnishings, wood-style flooring, a 55-inch TV or smart TV, custom window shades, insulated interior walls, and a full-size washer and dryer.
  • Modern Kitchens
    Kitchens include premium stainless-steel appliances, quartz stone countertops, designer cabinetry, architectural track lighting, and USB/USB-C outlets.
  • High-Speed Wi-Fi
    High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, with Wi-Fi and Ethernet access in every bedroom.

What Families Should Still Plan For

  • Monthly Housing Installments
    Rates vary based on floor plan, lease term, availability, and selected upgrades.
  • Required Fees
    Current required fees include an application fee, administrative fee, Conservice fee, trash utility fee, package delivery fee, and tech fee. Families should review the current fee schedule before signing.
  • Personal Living Expenses
    Students should also budget for groceries, toiletries, laundry su

A strong student housing experience is about more than having a place to sleep. It is also about having spaces that support focus, connection, wellness, and everyday routine.

Community Assistance

Hub Tallahassee’s on-site team and Community Concierges are available to support residents with community-related questions and needs, including access to assistance after hours.

Wellness Support for the Full Student Experience

Hub Tallahassee includes wellness-focused amenities that support movement, stress relief, and balance.

Wellness amenities include:

  • 24/7 fitness center for residents
  • Weight and cardio equipment
  • Pilates machines
  • Cold and hot plunge
  • Sauna and steam room
  • Private yoga room

These amenities give residents convenient options for movement, recovery, and relaxation within the community.

Shared Spaces For Connection and Collaboration

Hub Tallahassee also includes social and lifestyle amenities where residents can relax and spend time with others.

Community features include:

  • Rooftop pool deck with daybeds and lounge seating
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor terrace with TV and a game lawn
  • Grill area
  • Lifestyle events
  • Pop-up shops
  • Giveaways
  • Collaborations with local brands

These spaces and programs give students additional opportunities to connect outside of their apartments.

Spaces That Support Academic Focus

At Hub Tallahassee, residents have access to study-friendly spaces designed for different work styles.

Academic support features include:

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

These spaces can be especially helpful during exam weeks, group projects, remote meetings, or busy stretches of the semester.

Moving into a new apartment is a major milestone, especially for students living away from home for the first time. At Hub Tallahassee, furnished apartments and on-site support can help make the transition more manageable.

Preparing Before Move-In

Know What to Expect

Before move-in day, students and families should review the lease carefully. This helps everyone understand important dates, payment responsibilities, community policies, and move-in procedures.

Plan What to Bring

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

  • Bedding 
  • Towels and toiletries
  • Cookware and dishes
  • Cleaning supplies
  • School supplies
  • Clothing and everyday personal items
  • Décor that follows community guidelines

Students may also want to coordinate with roommates before move-in, so shared items are not duplicated.

Arriving on Move-In Day

Check the Apartment upon Arrival

Once students arrive, they should look over their apartment, confirm that furniture and appliances are in place, and report any concerns through the proper maintenance or management channels.

Start With the Basics

Unpacking bedding, toiletries, chargers, medications, school supplies, and a few kitchen essentials first can help the first day feel easier.

Building Routine and Community

Meet the People Around You

Getting to know roommates, neighbors, and community team members can make the transition feel less overwhelming.

Join Early Community Events

Hub Tallahassee offers lifestyle events and resident programming, which can be a helpful way for students to meet people and settle in.

Keep Up With Community Updates

Students should regularly check emails, resident portal messages, and community communications so they do not miss reminders, deadlines, event updates, or maintenance information.

Making the Space Feel Comfortable

Add Personal Touches

Even in a furnished apartment, photos, blankets, décor, and familiar items can help students feel more at home.

Get Familiar With the Community

Encourage students to explore the property early so they know where to study, work out, pick up packages, access amenities, and connect with the on-site team.

Support Throughout the Process

Questions can come up before move-in, during arrival, or after students have settled in. Hub Tallahassee’s community team is available to help residents with property-related questions and support.

Hub Tallahassee is located at 504 W. Tennessee St. in Tallahassee, close to Florida State University as well as nearby restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and other local destinations.

Getting Around Tallahassee

Students may choose to walk, bike, drive, use rideshare, or use local transportation depending on their class schedule, internship location, errands, and lifestyle.

With multiple ways to get around, students can build a daily routine that works for their academic and personal needs.

Proximity to Campus

Residents are just a few minutes’ walk from the FSU campus, helping students stay connected to classes, events, student organizations, and other campus activities.

Walking, Biking, and Alternative Transportation

Residents can walk to school, restaurants, takeout spots, entertainment venues, and shopping areas from Hub Tallahassee.

The community also offers storage for bikes and scooters.

Parking and Vehicle Access

Reserved parking is available in Hub Tallahassee’s multi-level, controlled-access parking garage. Students who plan to bring a vehicle should review current parking availability and pricing during the leasing process.

Our on-site team is here to support residents throughout their lease, whether they have a maintenance question, need help navigating the resident portal, or want to understand community procedures better.

How Communication Works

  • Students Are the Primary Point of Contact
    Residents are typically responsible for managing payments, checking community updates, reporting maintenance needs, and communicating with the Hub Tallahassee team.
  • Some Information May Require Student Permission
    Because students are the leaseholders, there may be limits on the account, lease, payment, or resident information that can be shared with parents or guardians without the student’s permission.
  • Students Take Responsibility for Their Housing Experience
    Managing housing-related communication and deadlines gives students an opportunity to build independence while still having access to support when they need it.

How Parents and Guardians Can Stay Informed

Families can still play an active and supportive role by:

  • Reviewing lease documents together before signing
  • Talking through monthly installment due dates and budgeting expectations
  • Discussing move-in, move-out, renewal, and parking timelines
  • Encouraging students to submit maintenance requests promptly
  • Reminding students to check community emails and resident portal messages
  • Asking students to share important updates when family involvement is needed

Hub Tallahassee supports student independence while giving families a helpful framework for staying informed and prepared.

Are leases at Hub Tallahassee per apartment or per bed?

Hub Tallahassee leases by the bed. Each resident signs an individual lease for their assigned space and is responsible for their own lease obligations rather than the full apartment.

Is my student responsible for a roommate’s portion of the lease?

No. With individual leasing, each resident is responsible for their own lease obligations rather than a roommate’s portion.

Is high-speed Wi-Fi included?

Yes. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout Hub Tallahassee, along with Wi-Fi and Ethernet access in every bedroom.

Does Hub Tallahassee offer a guarantor waiver option?

Yes. The LEAP Guarantor Waiver Program is available as an optional program. Students and families should review current program details to understand eligibility, costs, and requirements.

Is parking available?

Yes. Hub Tallahassee offers reserved parking in a multi-level, controlled-access parking garage. Parking is subject to availability, and families should review current pricing during the leasing process.

What access-control features does Hub Tallahassee have?

Hub Tallahassee has secure electronic key-fob access, individually keyed bedrooms, controlled-access garage parking, and designated storage for bikes and scooters.

Does Hub Tallahassee provide bike and scooter storage?

Yes. Designated storage for bikes and scooters is available.