Traditions 50, Tuscaloosa
Offers
About the Property
Traditions on the 50 is at 801 Frank Thomas Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, United States. The property has 2B, 4B, and 5B apartments, giving students a choice of different shared living options. It is also well-placed for students attending the University of Alabama, which is a 15-minute walk away.
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a university city in western Alabama along the Black Warrior River. The city is home to the University of Alabama, which enrolled 42,360 students in Fall 2025 (University of Alabama). Tuscaloosa has an average walk score of 33/100 (Walk Score). Forest Lake and the University area are popular areas for students looking for housing. The cost of living in Tuscaloosa is estimated at around $1,893 per month, including rent (Livingcost, June 2026). NeighborhoodScout lists Community Park, Englewood, Stokes, Rice Mine Rd NE/Crown Pointe Blvd, Munny Sokol Park, and the University area as some of Tuscaloosa's safer neighborhoods. Tuscaloosa is associated with the University of Alabama and Alabama Crimson Tide football, and Bryant-Denny Stadium is a major part of the city's sporting culture.
Features
Traditions on the 50 offers 2B, 4B, and 5B apartments, giving students their own private space while sharing the kitchen. The 2-bed, 2-bath apartments include a private bedroom, private bathroom, and shared kitchen. The 4B and 5B apartments also have private bedrooms and bathrooms and a shared kitchen. Each bedroom comes furnished with a bed, closet, desk, and chair. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, and the living room includes a flat-screen HD TV.
Students at Traditions on the 50 also have access to several shared amenities. The Traditions on the 50 Tuscaloosa include secured bike storage, a clubroom, and resident events. An on-site management and maintenance team is available to assist residents with their needs. Shared areas also feature a free tanning booth and a flat-screen HD TV for residents to enjoy. For outdoor time, the property has a resort-style pool, outdoor living area, and outdoor grilling station. Limited covered, reserved parking is also available, and pets are allowed.
Location and What's Hot?
Students living at Traditions on the 50 have plenty of everyday essentials close by. The University of Alabama is nearby, and Gorgas Library is around 0.6 miles away for students looking for a place to study. McLure Library is another nearby option for studying, research, and coursework. For health essentials, students can visit CVS Pharmacy on University Boulevard or Walgreens. Publix Super Market at University Town Center offers groceries and household items. The Strip Retail District, around 0.2 miles away, also has a mix of cafés, restaurants, convenience stores, and other local businesses. For healthcare, DCH Regional Medical Center, located at 809 University Blvd E, is one of the major hospitals nearby. With libraries, shops, restaurants, pharmacies, and healthcare services nearby, students can meet most day-to-day needs without traveling far. Students staying in these apartments in Tuscaloosa near University of Alabama can spend time around the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk, Black Warrior River, and Lake Tuscaloosa, while Denny Chimes is another well-known local landmark.
Tuscaloosa has plenty of places where students can eat, shop, and spend their free time. For coffee, popular options include Monarch Espresso Bar, Turbo Coffee, and Heritage House Coffee & Tea. At the same time, Avenue Pub, Mugshots Grill & Bar, and Depalma’s Italian Cafe are good spots for a meal with friends. Students living in Traditions 50 Tuscaloosa apartments can shop at University Mall or visit Midtown Village for a range of stores for everyday essentials. For time outdoors, Tuscaloosa Riverwalk, Lake Tuscaloosa, Snow Hinton Park, and Hurricane Creek Park offer space for walking, cycling, picnics, and other activities. Students living in student housing in Tuscaloosa can also explore the downtown area, which has several bars and live music spots. Temerson Square is a main nightlife area, with pubs, bars, and late-night venues. With dining, shopping, and entertainment across the city, student apartments in Tuscaloosa are well-placed for enjoying life outside the university campus.
Commute
Students at Traditions on the 50 have several ways to travel around Tuscaloosa. The University of Alabama Crimson Ride operates campus bus routes, with the main Transportation Hub at 315 Hackberry Lane. Students can also use the Tuscaloosa Trolley, which connects the university area with downtown Tuscaloosa. University of Alabama students can ride the university shuttle route operated by Tuscaloosa Transit free of charge, while other regular trolley routes cost $1 per trip (City of Tuscaloosa – Transportation Analysis Report). The nearest rail connection is Tuscaloosa Amtrak Station, around 1.5–1.9 miles from the Traditions 50 student housing and approximately a 4-minute drive away. Tuscaloosa does not have a tram or light-rail network. Cycling is another practical option around the Traditions on the 50, with the area receiving a bike score of 80/100 (Walk Score). The Traditions 50 apartments also provide secure bike storage, and students can use bikes and electric scooters for shorter trips around campus. For flights, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is the nearest major commercial airport, roughly an hour’s drive from Tuscaloosa.
Amenities
Shared Community And Utilities
Security
Property Services
Parking
Outdoor Features
Room Types (7)
5B
5 Bed 5 Bath | E1
5 Bed 5 Bath | E2
5 Bed 5 Bath | E4
4B
4 Bed 4 Bath | D1
4 Bed 4 Bath | D2
4 Bed 4 Bath | D3
2B
2 Bed 2 Bath | B2-HC
House Rules
Payment and Fees
Mode Of Payment
bank transfer, credit card, Paper checks or money orders.
Security Deposit
$100.00 (with guarantor) Due prior to Move In
Additional Fees
Application Fee: $60.00, Due at time of Application Utility Billing Service One-time Account Setup Fee: $4.50 Due on first monthly utility statement Monthly Utility Billing Service Administrative Fee: $5.50 Parking Fee:$100.00 per month, per space for Elevated Lift Space if contracted, $80.00 per month, per space for Tandem Space if contracted, $130.00 per month, per space for Private Space if contracted Animal Charge: $400.00 per pet due upon approval; $35.00, per month/per pet (Max Pet Limits apply per unit) Damage Waiver Program Fee: $13.50 per month, if applicable in accordance with the terms as outlined in Housing Contract After Hours Lock Out Fee: $100.00 per occurrence Animal Violation Fee: $150.00, first violation; $250.00, each additional violation Contract Assignment Fee: $500.00 per occurrence Garbage Removal Fee: $50.00 per item/bag, per day Holdover Resident Fee: $150.00 per day Lock Change Fee: $75.00 per occurrence No Cause Termination Fee, if applicable in accordance with the terms herein: The lesser of (a) the total Monthly Installments for the remainder Contract Term, or (b) the total Monthly Installments for a period of six (6) months Relocation Fee: $500.00 per occurrence Replacement Access Device Fee: $75.00 per occurrence Replacement Parking Permit Fee: $75.00 per occurrence Returned Payment Fee: $30.00 per occurrence Smoke Detector Violation Charge: $250.00 per occurrence Sprinkler Violation Charge: $250.00 per occurrence Unauthorized Person Charge: $150.00 per day, per occurrence
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Traditions 50, Tuscaloosa
