Thinking about Tradition on the 50 and want the details in one place? This FAQ guide is here to make things easy for students, parents, and young professionals, with quick answers about everything from floor plans and furnished apartments to parking, pets, and everyday resident life. Whether you’re narrowing down your next home or just getting a feel for the community, this is a great place to start.
1. Location and Proximity to Campus
Tradition on the 50 is just 0.2 miles from the University of Alabama, which is about a 4-minute walk for most residents. That ultra-close location makes it a standout choice for University of Alabama off-campus housing.
Yes, residents are about 0.2 miles from Buffalo Phil’s Pub & Café and Rounders on the Strip, so grabbing food with friends is quick and easy.
For everyday errands, residents are about 0.2 miles from The Strip Retail District.
There are several great options nearby. Residents are close to the Student Recreation Center, Bryant-Denny Stadium, and the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk, so it is easy to fit movement into your routine.
Tradition on the 50 is close to some of the most recognizable campus-area spots. It is about 0.4 miles from Bryant-Denny Stadium, 0.6 miles from Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library, and 0.9 miles from the UA Student Center.
There is plenty to do within walking distance. Residents are about 0.2 miles from The Strip, 0.3 miles from the University of Alabama Quad, 0.9 miles from Paul W. Bryant Museum, and 1.4 miles from the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
The Tradition on the 50 has a Walkability Score of 84, which fits well with its close-to-campus setting and easy access to dining, shopping, and student hotspots.
2. Units, Floor Plans, and Furnishings
Tradition on the 50 offers 1-, 4-, and 5-bedroom apartments. That variety gives residents flexibility whether they want a more private setup or a shared apartment experience with friends.
Yes, the apartments come fully furnished, which makes move-in much easier for students and young professionals.
Standard furniture includes:
Common Area
- 50-inch Smart TV
- Coffee table
- 4 barstools
- Sofa and 2 chairs
- Entertainment stand under the TV
Bedroom
- Full XL bed in single occupancy units
- Desk with chair
- Dresser
- Nightstand
The kitchens are designed with a polished, modern look and practical storage. Features include two-tone flat-panel cabinetry, quartz countertops, a waterfall-style kitchen island, stainless steel appliances, a single-basin undermount sink, pendant lighting, and wood-style plank flooring throughout the kitchen.
Yes, every apartment includes an in-unit washer and dryer. That means residents can skip the laundromat and handle laundry from the comfort of home.
Yes, private bedroom and bathroom options are available. This is a huge plus for residents who want extra privacy in a shared apartment setting.
Residents can enjoy thoughtful features, including luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, hardwood-style flooring in common spaces, open-concept layouts, smart TVs in the living room, and walk-in closets. There are also top floor units, views of campus, and individually keyed bedrooms available for extra convenience and privacy.
3. Amenities and Shared Spaces
Tradition on the 50 includes a strong mix of social, study, and lounge spaces. Residents have access to a clubroom lounge, group meeting rooms, a coffee station, an outdoor living area, and a grilling station.
Yes, there is a resort-style pool on site. It also includes a pergola lounge, which gives residents a fun place to relax, hang out, and enjoy the Tuscaloosa sunshine.
Residents have several built-in social spaces to enjoy. Popular hangout features include the club room lounge, pool table, shuffleboard, the pool area, and the outdoor grilling station.
4. Study Areas and Academic Support Spaces
Tradition on the 50 includes study facilities and group meeting rooms, which make it easy to work on assignments, prep for exams, or collaborate on projects. The on-site coffee station is a nice bonus for long study sessions.
Yes, internet is included and high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property.
5. Fitness, Recreation, and Outdoor Features
The fitness center includes a strong mix of cardio and strength equipment. Cardio options include treadmills, an elliptical, a stair climber, and spin bikes, while strength equipment includes a cable machine, free weights and barbells, a bench, and an Everlast heavy punching bag.
Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool, pergola lounge, outdoor living area, and grilling station. These spaces make it easy to relax, host friends, or enjoy time outside between classes and weekend plans.
6. Parking and Transportation
Yes, Tradition on the 50 offers gated garage parking for residents. Parking access is FOB-controlled, which adds another layer of convenience and controlled entry.
A single private parking space is $130 per month. Tandem parking is $80 monthly per vehicle.
There is no guest parking available at Tradition on the 50.
7. Pet Policies
Yes, Tradition on the 50 is pet friendly. Residents may have up to two animals per unit, as long as all pets are disclosed and approved before move-in.
Yes, some dog breeds are not permitted. Restricted breeds include aggressive breeds and mixes such as Chow Chow, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Mastiff breeds, Staffordshire Terrier breeds, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Cane Corso, Akita, Siberian Husky, Dogo Argentino, Alaskan Malamute, and Wolf-hybrid.
No, exotic animals are not permitted. This includes animals such as parrots, toucans, snakes, ferrets, fish tanks, and insects.
All pets and animals must be disclosed and approved prior to move-in. Applicants also need to complete a pet profile through PetScreening as part of the approval process.
There is a one-time nonrefundable pet fee of $400 per pet. Residents also pay $35 per month in pet fees.
8. Safety and Security Features
Access is designed with multiple controlled entry points. The building, parking garage, and amenity spaces are all FOB-controlled, which helps manage who can enter those areas.
Residents benefit from individually locking bedrooms within units, which adds privacy inside shared apartments. There is also an on-site security guard Thursday through Sunday from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.
9. On-Site Management and Maintenance
Yes, Tradition on the 50 has a helpful and friendly on-site management team. The team focuses on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where residents feel supported and at home.
At Tradition on the 50, maintenance is meant to be simple and student-friendly, so getting help does not have to derail your day. There is an on-site maintenance team, and residents can submit work order requests through the online resident portal, by calling the front desk, or by stopping by the office in person. This makes it easy to report an issue in whatever way works best for you, whether you are heading to class or hanging with friends.
10. Community Events and Resident Programming
Yes, Tradition on the 50 offers resident events through its residence life programming. These events are built to help residents connect, get involved, and enjoy a more well-rounded living experience.
Resident programming at Tradition on the 50 is all about making student life feel more connected, more balanced, and way more fun. Through the P.A.W.S. model, events and experiences are designed to help residents build friendships, stay engaged academically, focus on wellness, and feel at home in the community, whether that means hanging out in the club room lounge, meeting up in the study rooms, grabbing coffee before class, or relaxing by the resort-style pool and outdoor grilling area.
11. General Property Information
Tradition on the 50 was built in 2018.
The community includes 42 units and 161 beds. That size helps create a more connected residential experience while still offering a full set of amenities.
Tradition on the 50 is located at 801 Frank Thomas Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. The address places residents right near campus and close to some of the city’s most popular student destinations.
12. Leasing, Contracts, and Resident Life
No, you do not have to be a student to live here. Tradition on the 50 is a fit for students, young professionals, families, and urbanites alike, which makes the community appealing to a wide range of residents.
Roommate matching is handled through the RoomSync app, which gives residents more control over who they live with. The app uses lifestyle preferences like cleanliness, study habits, and sleep cycles, and it also includes gender-inclusive tools to support a diverse matching experience.
Tradition on the 50 offers individual housing contracts, also called per-bed contracts. That means each resident signs for their own bedroom and shared spaces, so they are not financially responsible for whether a roommate pays.
Monthly installments can be paid online manually or through automatically recurring payments. The leasing office also accepts checks, which gives residents a few different payment options.
Yes, utilities are included. Residents receive an electricity allowance, cable, internet, water, trash, and pest control as part of the living experience.