We offer individual leasing to simplify your student’s living experience.
How Does Leasing Work at Hub Knoxville?
Hub Knoxville offers by-the-bed leasing for our student housing near UTK. Instead of one shared lease for the entire apartment, each resident signs for their own bedroom space and monthly installments.
This structure helps make the financial side of off-campus housing easier to understand. Your student is responsible for their own lease, not the full apartment or a roommate’s portion.
Learn MoreWhat Is a Guarantor?
A guarantor is usually a parent or guardian who agrees to help cover the financial responsibilities of the lease if the student does not qualify on their own. This is a common requirement for Knoxville student apartments because many college students do not yet have the income or credit history needed for approval without a guarantor.
Why Individual Leasing Works Well For Families
Individual leasing helps create a clearer housing plan for both students and parents.
Separate financial responsibility
Your student’s lease is tied to their assigned space only, which keeps their responsibilities clearly separated from roommates.
Simpler budgeting conversations
Monthly installments are easier to plan for when they are connected to your student’s specific floor plan, bedroom type, and lease term.
Roommate flexibility
Students can live with friends or use roommate matching services while keeping lease responsibilities separate.
A clear step toward independence
Students begin managing apartment-related responsibilities, including payments, community updates, maintenance requests, and general communication.
Hub Knoxville’s furnished apartments in Knoxville, TN, come with all of the living and bedroom furniture students need to get a head start on their college experience.
What Comes With the Apartment
Hub Knoxville’s furnished apartments help reduce the number of large items families need to bring on move-in day. Students already have the main apartment essentials in place, which makes the transition to off-campus living more straightforward.
Apartments include modern, custom furniture in both bedrooms and shared living areas. Each living room includes a 55-inch TV, giving roommates a common place to relax, watch a game, or spend time together after class.
Bedrooms include practical everyday features such as bedroom furnishings, blackout shades, a ceiling fan with light, and Full XL beds in select units. Apartment interiors also include wood-style flooring, large operable windows, custom roller shades, and insulated interior walls.
In the kitchen, students have premium stainless steel appliances, quartz stone countertops, designer cabinetry, architectural track lighting, and USB ports for daily convenience. Each apartment also includes a full-size washer and dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Ethernet outlets in every bedroom.
What Should Parents Budget For Separately?
Even with a furnished apartment, families should plan for additional costs beyond the monthly installment.
- Required fees: Current fees include a one-time application fee, a one-time administrative fee, a monthly Conservice fee, a package delivery service fee, and a tech fee. Additional fees may apply.
- Renter’s insurance: Renter’s insurance is required. Students can provide their own qualifying policy or enroll in the community-provided insurance for $13.95 per month.
- Parking: Parking is available for an added monthly cost.
- Groceries and personal items: Food, toiletries, laundry supplies, cookware, cleaning items, school supplies, and personal purchases should be planned for separately.
- Upgraded units: Hub+ VIP and Hub+ Mansion upgrades include additional apartment features in select units. Families should review the exact apartment and upgrade package before signing.
Parents often want to know whether off-campus housing gives students enough structure for school, connection, and everyday balance. Hub Knoxville includes study areas, fitness spaces, wellness amenities, social spaces, food and drink options, and resident events that work to fulfill this need.
Places to Study Close to Home
Hub Knoxville gives students multiple places to focus outside their bedrooms. That matters during finals, group projects, online classes, and long study days when the library is crowded.
Academic-friendly amenities include:
- Executive business area with printers
- Group study rooms
- Private study rooms
- Clubroom seating
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the community
- New Here Coffee in the lobby for coffee, pastries, and casual study time
For students looking at apartments near UTK, having study spaces at home is a practical advantage. It gives them another option when they need a quieter spot, a place for group work, or a quick study session between classes.
Fitness, Wellness & Taking Breaks
Hub Knoxville includes two 24/7 fitness centers, giving residents convenient access to workouts before class, after studying, or between campus commitments.
Fitness and wellness amenities include:
- Two fitness centers
- Hot yoga room
- Yoga room
- Dry sauna
- Steam room
- Cold plunge
- Hot tub
- Rooftop pool and sundeck
These spaces give students ways to move, rest, and reset without adding another errand to the day.
Shared Spaces, Food & Local Connection
Hub Knoxville is not just a place to sleep between classes. The community includes areas where students can meet neighbors, watch a game, grab coffee, study together, or relax after a long day.
Shared and social spaces include:
- Rooftop sundeck and pool
- Large hot tub
- Outdoor lounge with built-in seating
- BBQ area
- Clubroom
- Lounge areas
- New Here Coffee in the lobby
- Cumberland Food Hall by Vol Dining
- Dog run and dog wash station
Resident programming also includes local brand collaborations, professional development events, DIY workshops, charity and volunteering opportunities, game nights, grab-and-go food pop-ups, and seasonal events.
Moving your student into their new off-campus apartment shouldn’t be hard! That’s why Hub Knoxville comes equipped with everything you need to simplify this process.
Before Move-In
Because Hub Knoxville offers furnished apartments near UT, families can focus on personal essentials instead of planning a full furniture move.
Students should plan to bring:
- Bedding
- Towels and toiletries
- Laundry supplies
- Cookware, dishes, cups, and utensils
- Cleaning supplies
- School supplies
- Clothing and hangers
- Chargers and electronics
- Personal décor
- Important documents
- Any approved pet items, if applicable
Roommates should coordinate shared items before arrival. This helps avoid duplicates of common kitchen supplies, cleaning items, small appliances, and shared décor.
On Move-In Day
Once students arrive, they should walk through the apartment and make sure major items are in place. This includes furniture, appliances, keys, laundry, bedroom items, and common-area features.
A practical first-day schedule may include the following:
- Confirm the apartment condition.
- Report anything that needs attention.
- Unpack bedding, toiletries, chargers, and school essentials first.
- Set up the bedroom before organizing the full apartment.
- Locate the mail or package area, study spaces, fitness areas, and leasing office.
Settling Into Life at Hub Knoxville
The first few weeks are about more than unpacking. Students are figuring out their new space, getting used to their class schedule, learning how to live with roommates, and finding a routine that works for them.
Helpful early steps include:
- Walking the route to campus before the first day of class
- Learning the quickest path to class, the library, and other on-campus locations
- Finding the fitness centers, study rooms, coffee shop, and rooftop areas
- Talking with roommates about cleaning, guests, shared supplies, and quiet hours
- Keeping track of payment dates and lease responsibilities
Small personal touches also help. Photos, a favorite blanket, desk items, and familiar décor can make a furnished apartment feel more personal without overpacking.
Hub Knoxville places students on Cumberland Avenue, one of the most familiar corridors for Vols. From here, students are close to the University of Tennessee, the Strip, Neyland Stadium, John C. Hodges Library, the Student Union, downtown Knoxville, and the daily routes that make college life easier to manage.
Getting Around Knoxville
Students at Hub Knoxville can use a combination of walking, biking, scooters, rideshare, personal vehicles, and local transportation depending on where they are going.
Families should talk through:
- How the student will get to class
- How they will handle late-night transportation
- Whether they need a car on campus
- Game day travel plans
- Grocery trips and errands
- Transportation to internships, jobs, appointments, or volunteer commitments
Knoxville is a college city with a strong campus identity, but students still benefit from having a plan for daily travel beyond their closest class buildings.
Learn MoreWalking to Campus
Hub Knoxville is positioned for students who want to walk to class and campus resources.
Students are close to:
- John C. Hodges Library
- University of Tennessee Student Union
- Neyland Stadium
- The Strip
- Downtown Knoxville
That proximity is valuable during the school year. Students can walk to class, return home between commitments, meet friends for food, head to the library, or get back after a game without making every trip dependent on a car.
Parking, Bikes & Scooters
Reserved parking is available in the multi-level parking garage for an added monthly cost. Families should confirm parking availability, current pricing, and eligibility before signing.
For students who prefer bikes or scooters, Hub Knoxville also provides on-site bike storage. This gives residents another way to get around campus, the Strip, and nearby Knoxville destinations.
Off-campus housing gives students more responsibility. At Hub Knoxville, students should generally be the primary point of contact for routine housing matters.
Account-Specific Questions
For privacy reasons, the Hub Knoxville team cannot always discuss resident-specific account, lease, payment, or apartment details with a parent or guardian unless the student has given permission. Parents can still ask general questions about leasing, amenities, parking, floor plans, move-in preparation, and community details.
What Students Should Handle
Students are expected to manage the day-to-day details of apartment living.
Common responsibilities include:
- Submitting maintenance requests
- Reading resident emails and portal messages
- Tracking payment reminders
- Asking lease-related questions
- Communicating with roommates
- Following community policies
- Preparing for move-in and move-out steps
This helps students build practical independence while parents remain available for guidance.
How Parents Can Stay Involved
Parents can stay involved without taking over every conversation. The most helpful approach is to talk through expectations early, then encourage students to communicate directly when questions come up.
Parents can help by:
- Reviewing the lease before signing
- Creating a shared budget plan
- Tracking key dates together
- Discussing renter’s insurance and parking
- Talking through roommate expectations
- Encouraging students to ask questions early
- Checking in during the first few weeks after move-in
Does Hub Knoxville have on-site dining or coffee options?
Yes. Hub Knoxville includes New Here Coffee in the lobby and Cumberland Food Hall by Vol Dining, giving students convenient food and coffee options close to their apartment.
What floor plans does Hub Knoxville offer?
Hub Knoxville offers a wide range of furnished floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, four-bedroom, and larger layouts.
Does Hub Knoxville offer upgraded apartment options?
Yes. Select apartments include Hub+ VIP and Hub+ Mansion upgrade options. These packages include additional features in select units, so families should review the exact apartment, upgrade package, and current installment before signing.
Are pets allowed at Hub Knoxville?
Yes. Hub Knoxville is pet-friendly and includes pet amenities such as a dog run and dog wash station. Families should review the current pet policy before signing, including pet fees, monthly pet rent, restrictions, roommate considerations, and documentation requirements.
What resident events does Hub Knoxville offer?
Hub Knoxville hosts resident programming throughout the year, including local brand collaborations, professional development events, DIY workshops, volunteering opportunities, game nights, grab-and-go food pop-ups, and seasonal events.