The Hudson at College Station, college-station-tx

At the beginning of the year, maintenance came multiple times (about four) to fix the dishwasher. Each time, they said it was fixed, but it still didn’t work properly—the pod wouldn’t dissolve or it wouldn’t run correctly. I ended up handwashing my dishes all year because I couldn’t rely on it. Around March/April, my laundry room and bedroom started leaking. Maintenance fixed it quickly and did a good job, but they left paint chips and ceiling debris all over my floor. Since I wasn’t home when they came, the debris got stuck in my carpet and bathroom floor. I cleaned as much as I could, but some of it remained. Because of construction on Northgate, noise was a constant issue. Even at 3 a.m., I could hear sirens and intercom announcements clearly due to the thin walls. Security was a major concern. There was never a time when all four gates worked—usually one or two were broken. The gates could also open without the required sticker, seemingly just by motion. The parking garage is extremely tight, barely fitting two cars at once. There are two entrance doors, and the one on the visitor side was unlocked for most of the year. Even after being "fixed," it was still easy to get in. Late at night, I would come back and see non-residents entering the building, including a homeless man who would come inside and use the restroom. While I personally wasn't afraid, it's unsafe that anyone can walk into the building. The elevators were also an issue. There are only two, and most of the year only one worked. Wait times were often around five minutes, so I usually took the stairs. The amenities are very limited and not well maintained. The gym is small and overcrowded, with minimal equipment. The pool is tiny and often dirty, along with the surrounding furniture. The grills never worked, none of the fire pits worked, and there's even a mini golf area with no clubs provided. The biggest issue was move-out. I went to move out on July 11th (my only available day due to work and travel), but the office never opened—even by 1 p.m.—and people were waiting outside. It had also been closed the day before with no notice: no email, no sign, nothing. I tried calling, including their sister properties, but no one answered. I couldn't leave my key with my roommate because I wouldn't have been able to lock my apartment, and there's a $100 fee if your key isn't returned by July 20th. I later found out they were closed every weekend in July, which was never communicated. Since they don't even have a drop box for keys, I had to overnight my key, which cost me 25$, just to make sure it arrived on time and I wouldn't be charged the $100 fee. Even then, delivery was delayed because the office was closed. The whole process was unnecessarily stressful and showed a complete lack of communication and consideration for residents. There were also dozens of packages left sitting outside the office unattended, making them incredibly easy to steal. To top it off, I was charged $10 for a damaged ceiling fan, even though I never physically touched it during the entire school year, let alone caused any damage. Since I didn't think to take photos before moving in, I have no way to dispute the charge, which is incredibly frustrating. I was also charged $20 because my bathtub supposedly wasn't clean enough, even though I had thoroughly cleaned it before leaving. These charges felt completely unreasonable and like an easy way to add extra fees after move-out. Overall, the lack of communication, unreliable maintenance, poor security, underwhelming amenities, and unreasonable move-out process make this place nowhere near worth the price. There are much better apartments on Northgate for the same or a better price with better management, better amenities, and staff who actually communicate with their residents.

I lived at the Hudson this past 25-26 year. My roommate and neighbor both experienced towing, when they paid parking at the Hudson and provided their license plate number. My roommate was towed because his tag fell and my neighbor's car was towed because her handicap sign also fell. They both had to pay that 300 dollar fine by the towing company and not to mention the stress of that day. I am writting this one star because the experience for those I care about was not treated rightfully. Yes the tag and the handicap sign fell, BUT the car was already in the system. I bet if this happened to my roommate and neighbor it probably happened to others too. The Hudson, you have to have another system, because they did pay the "parking fee" to park at the Hudson and still got towed. The Hudson still had the "license plate" but did ever think about that as a better means of verifiying parked cars as well.

Love the Hudson such a great place and always has a cleanly vibe to it. With lower prices for apartments in northgate, the Hudson is definitely a bang for your buck! High quality for a low price!

I signed a contract last year for my son to move into the apartment and he happen to go to different college and we were told if someone would take over the lease 30 days or more we don’t have to pay the penalty. Sure enough to find student that will take over the lease 45 days prior to moving in. And then they hit me with $1145 Bill. A call to discuss charges and I was told because she broke the leaves. I have to pay one month rent plus Moore fees. I’m a call back to see if I can get a signed contract and refuse.

Just moved in here last year and I absolutely love it! Clean hallways, maintenance is very reliable, and the staff is very kind and attentive. 100% recommend if you are trying to live off campus as we are still very close to the university!