Rooms for Rent in Arlington, TX
Looking for an apartment or a room to rent near The University of Texas at Arlington? 101 Center pairs individual leases and furnished apartments with a downtown location that keeps campus and everyday hangouts close. It’s in downtown Arlington, about half a mile from campus, and the setup is different from renting a room in a house or splitting a standard apartment lease with friends.
At 101 Center, you lease a private bedroom in a furnished shared apartment. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, while the kitchen and living room are shared. With rent-by-the-room leasing and a connected downtown Arlington location, it offers a flexible shared-living experience.
Individual Leases at 101 Center
At 101 Center, each bedroom is offered on its own individual lease. That means you are only responsible for your leased bedroom and shared access to the common space, rather than the full apartment rent. For many renters, that makes budgeting easier and creates more clarity when living with roommates. Since our apartments are already furnished, you’ll have everything you need and an easy move-in process.
This setup is especially appealing for people looking for:
- More predictable monthly costs and more manageable lease options
- A furnished apartment near UTA and downtown Arlington
- A student-oriented living experience
Residents enjoy fully furnished apartments with high-speed internet. Plus, our wraparound leasing offers a longer continuous rental term that aligns with academic schedules, making it ideal for residents who want to stay through summer, avoid frequent moves, and maintain housing continuity across semesters.
Rent-by-the-Room vs. a Traditional Shared Lease
If you are comparing rooms for rent around UTA, here is a quick look at how rent-by-the-room living differs from a standard shared lease.
| Rent-by-the-Room at 101 Center | Traditional Shared Lease | |
| How it works | You lease your own bedroom and share the common areas. | The apartment is usually leased as one full unit. |
| What you’re responsible for | Your lease is tied to your bedroom and shared common space. | Responsibility is generally shared across the apartment. |
| Move-in | Apartments come furnished. | Many apartments are unfurnished. |
| Living with roommates | The setup is built for shared living from the start. | The household usually has to piece the setup together on its own. |
| Best fit for | Renters who want a room near UTA with a more defined lease structure. | Renters who want a more typical apartment arrangement. |
For many people, rent-by-the-room living offers a more convenient and manageable way to share an apartment.
Why Renters Choose 101 Center
When renters look for rooms for rent near UT Arlington, they are usually focused on a few essentials: affordability, location, safety, internet, and practicality. 101 Center checks those boxes.
- Reliable, high-speed Internet makes it easier to study, work, and stream.
- Fully Furnished Apartments make moving in more convenient.
- In-Home Laundry with a full-size washer and dryer in each apartment.
- Electronically Controlled Access and walk-up entry add everyday peace of mind.
- Financial Aid and Scholarship Award Letters are accepted as part of the application process
Location: Near UTA, but Also in Downtown Arlington
One of the biggest advantages of living at 101 Center is the Downtown Arlington location. 101 Center is about a couple of blocks from UTA, so it works for renters who want to stay close to campus without feeling cut off from the rest of Arlington.
Our apartments in the center of downtown Arlington place you near restaurants, coffee shops, events, and everyday stops that make the area feel connected to more than class schedules and parking lots.
Additional location benefits include:
- Walking-distance access to Urban Union, a vibrant mixed-use destination with popular restaurants, retail, and community gathering spaces
- Immediate proximity to the newly revitalized Abram Street corridor, enhancing connectivity and access within downtown Arlington
- The Arlington Public Library is located directly across the street and has recently been updated. This branch provides resources and services for business owners, readers, students, creatives, and more. Enjoy the makers space on the second floor and the outdoor patio on the third floor.
- Convenient commuting access: 1-3O W to downtown Fort Worth, I-30 E to downtown Dallas, SH 360 N to DFW Airport/Las Colinas, and local street walking and biking to UTA/central Arlington employers.
For renters who want walkability, convenience, and a downtown setting near UTA, 101 Center stands out.
Find a Room Near UTA
If you’re searching for rooms for rent in Arlington, Texas, 101 Center offers a version of that search that is a little more put together: individual leases, furnished apartments, shared common areas, and a downtown location near UTA.
For those who want a room near campus without building the whole roommate setup themselves, that can be a better place to start. Check availability and contact us to learn more!
FAQs about Our
Rooms for Rent at 101 Center
Does 101 Center offer individual leases?
Yes. Each bedroom is offered on its own individual lease, so residents are responsible for their leased bedroom and shared common space rather than the entire apartment.
Is this more like renting a room or renting an apartment?
It sits somewhere in between. You lease a bedroom, but the setting is a larger apartment community with shared common areas and more structure than a typical room rental.
What is a Wraparound Lease?
101 Center offers a wraparound lease, which is designed for renters who want to stay in one place through multiple academic terms and school breaks. Instead of moving out at the end of a short lease cycle, a wraparound lease can span a longer continuous period, such as moving in early in the spring semester and staying through July of the following year.
For students and other renters near UTA, this can be helpful if you:
- plan to stay through the summer
- want fewer move-ins and move-outs
- prefer more continuity from semester to semester
It is a practical option for people who want housing that fits real academic schedules instead of working around them.
Are the apartments furnished?
Yes. 101 Center offers fully furnished apartments with stylish furnishings.
Do the bedrooms have private bathrooms?
Yes. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.
Is 101 Center close to UT Arlington?
Yes. 101 Center is located in downtown Arlington, just a few minutes’ walk from UTA, with convenient access to restaurants and local attractions on Abram Street, as well as commuting routes such as I-30 and SH 360.
Does the community include internet and laundry?
Yes. Residents have access to high-speed internet, and each apartment includes a full-size washer and dryer. View a comprehensive list of our modern amenities to learn more!
Does 101 Center accept financial aid and scholarship award letters?
Yes. Financial aid and scholarship award letters are accepted as part of the application process at 101 Center.
