Choosing where to live while attending the University of Central Florida is not a small decision. Every little detail, from location to floor plans, amenities, and policies, matters when it comes to finding the UCF off-campus housing that best fits your lifestyle.
This FAQ page brings these details together in one easy-to-understand guide, so that students, parents, and guarantors can get clear answers before signing a year-long lease. From commute times and on-site study spaces to furniture packages, parking, and resident support, no detail about our apartments near UCF has been left out. Still have questions? Reach out to our leasing office for more information today!
1. Location & Proximity to Campus
The Station Alafaya is located at:
300 Dalhausser Lane
Oviedo, FL 32765
This location keeps campus, Orlando, and nearby attractions all within easy reach of our UCF off-campus apartments.
The Station Alafaya is 3.3 miles from UCF. Key campus destinations are also nearby, including UCF Memory Mall at 2.7 miles, Millican Hall at 2.7 miles, John C. Hitt Library at 2.8 miles, the Business Administration Building at 2.8 miles, Engineering I at 2.9 miles, and the College of Sciences Building at 3.0 miles.
Yes. The Station Alafaya is a strong fit for students who want apartments near UCF with a short commute and a little more separation from the busiest parts of campus. The location works well for class days, library trips, game days, and the usual weekly routine of groceries, coffee runs, and quick stops around Oviedo.
The Station Alafaya is close to several UCF destinations that students visit regularly. UCF Memory Mall is 2.7 miles away, John C. Hitt Library is 2.8 miles away, and FBC Mortgage Stadium is about a 6-minute drive from the property. That puts academic buildings, study spaces, and major campus events within a convenient trip from home.
The Station Alafaya is near a mix of casual dining and quick grab-and-go options. Nearby spots include Dunkin’, Keke’s Breakfast Cafe, 3Natives, Chewy Boba Company, and Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, which gives students a range of choices for coffee, breakfast, takeout, and casual meals close to home.
Students at The Station Alafaya are close to everyday shopping for groceries and essentials. Nearby options include Publix Supermarket at University Palms Shopping Center, Walmart Neighborhood Market, CVS, and Pet Supplies Plus Oviedo. Waterford Lakes Town Center is also 5.0 miles away for a wider mix of shopping, dining, and retail.
The Station Alafaya places students near both local and bigger Orlando-area destinations. Oviedo on the Park is 1.5 miles away, UCF Research Park is 3.5 miles away, and Waterford Lakes Town Center is 5.0 miles away. For weekends away from campus, students are also within reach of places like PopStroke, Walt Disney World Resort, Aquatica Orlando, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, SeaWorld Orlando, and Universal’s Volcano Bay.
2. Floor Plans, Furnishings, & Furniture Packages
The Station Alafaya offers three-, four-, five-, and six-bedroom layouts. Current floor plan options include a mix of cottage-style and townhome-style homes, with several layouts available in both furnished and unfurnished versions, depending on the floor plan selected.
The Station Alafaya offers layouts ranging from 1,350 square feet to 2,304 square feet.
Yes. The Station Alafaya offers furnished floor plans in multiple layout types, including three-, four-, five-, and six-bedroom options. Furnishing availability varies by floor plan, so students can choose the setup that best fits their preferences and availability.
Furnished apartments at The Station Alafaya include common area furniture and bedroom furniture. In the common area, furniture includes a 55-inch smart TV, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, an entertainment table, a sofa and a chair, and bar stools. Bedrooms include a queen-size bed, a desk with a chair, two stackable two-drawer dressers, and a nightstand.
Yes. The Station Alafaya offers private bedroom and bathroom options, and the apartments are designed with individually keyed bedrooms. Many floor plans also include en suite bathroom setups tied to each bedroom, depending on the layout selected.
Yes. Some four-bedroom and six-bedroom layouts include an extra half bath in addition to the private full bathrooms. Examples include 4×4.5 layouts such as Cloverhurst, Lumpkin B, Milledge 4, and Stafford, along with the 6×6.5 Belmont layout.
The Station Alafaya includes stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, an undermount sink with a gooseneck faucet, a two-tone cabinet design, a built-in wine rack, a large island with bar seating for three, recessed lighting, crown molding, open-concept layouts, and wood-style plank flooring. Smart TVs in the living room are also included, and select homes offer private balconies, walk-in closets, and poolside locations.
Kitchens at The Station Alafaya include a stainless steel refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. The kitchen design also includes quartz countertops, an undermount sink, and a large island with bar seating for three.
Yes. Each apartment includes a full-sized washer and dryer in the unit, which is useful for handling laundry at home instead of relying on shared laundry facilities.
Yes. Select apartments at The Station Alafaya include private balconies and walk-in closets. Because these features vary by floor plan and unit location, the leasing office can help confirm which homes include these add-ons.
Yes. The Station Alafaya offers furnished and unfurnished versions of several floor plans. Availability changes by layout, so students who want a specific setup should check current openings for the exact floor plan they want.
3. Amenities
Yes. High-speed WiFi is available throughout The Station Alafaya, which helps support studying, streaming, and day-to-day connectivity across the property.
The Station Alafaya offers a range of amenities that support both daily routines and weekend downtime. Residents can use a resort-style pool, a 9,000-square-foot clubhouse, private and group study rooms, a computer lab, an internet café, a resident lounge, a golf simulator, a sauna, a pool table, and outdoor gathering areas across the property.
Yes. The Station Alafaya includes private study rooms, group study rooms, and a computer lab. These spaces give students different options for solo work, group projects, and days when it helps to work somewhere outside the apartment.
Yes. The Station Alafaya has a two-story fitness center with both cardio and strength equipment. Cardio equipment includes treadmills and ellipticals, while the strength setup includes strength training machines, cable machines, a power rack, free weights and barbells, and benches.
Yes. The Station Alafaya has a resort-style pool that gives residents a central place to relax, cool off, and spend time with friends outside of class.
The Station Alafaya includes several outdoor amenities for relaxing and socializing. Outdoor features include an outdoor terrace, sand volleyball court, grilling area, cornhole area, outdoor lounge, hammocks, and cabanas. The poolside setup adds another outdoor space for students who want somewhere to unwind close to home.
Yes. The Station Alafaya includes several spaces designed for hanging out and entertainment, including the resident lounge, golf simulator, pool table, internet café, and clubhouse. These amenities give students places to spend time with friends without leaving the property.
Yes. Select apartments at The Station Alafaya are available in poolside locations. Students interested in that placement should check with the leasing office for current availability.
Yes. The Station Alafaya includes a 9,000-square-foot clubhouse. The clubhouse anchors many of the property’s indoor amenities and gives residents another place to study, meet up, or take a break between classes and plans around Orlando.
4. Shared Spaces & Community Programming
Yes. The Station Alafaya includes several shared spaces where residents can hang out, recharge, or meet up with friends outside their apartment. The clubhouse, resident lounge, internet café, pool table area, golf simulator, resort-style pool, outdoor terrace, hammocks, cabanas, grilling area, cornhole area, and sand volleyball court all add different ways to spend time on-site.
The Station Alafaya is designed to feel active, social, and student-centered. The mix of indoor lounges, outdoor gathering areas, and larger amenity spaces gives residents room to connect naturally, whether that means meeting neighbors by the pool, studying with friends, or spending time in the clubhouse between classes.
Yes. The Station Alafaya’s residence life programming follows the P.A.W.S. model, with events centered on philanthropic, academic, wellness, and social growth. The programming is built to help residents feel connected and supported while creating a more well-rounded living experience.
5. Safety, Security, & Transportation
The Station Alafaya includes a gated entry, FOB-controlled access to amenity spaces, and individually locking bedroom doors within each apartment. Roving security patrols are also in place after hours, which adds another layer of support around the property.
Yes. Bedrooms at The Station Alafaya are individually keyed, which gives each resident their own secured bedroom space within the apartment.
Yes. The Station Alafaya has gated access as part of its security setup.
Yes. On-site parking is available at The Station Alafaya, though prices vary by year and semester. Contact the leasing office for current availability, permit details, and any parking policy updates.
The Station Alafaya is 6 minutes from the University of Central Florida by car. That commute also puts students 6 minutes from FBC Mortgage Stadium and 3 minutes from Publix Supermarket for day-to-day errands.
Yes. The Station Alafaya is 4 minutes from UCF by bike. FBC Mortgage Stadium is also only 9 minutes away by bike, and Publix is 3 minutes away by bike.
6. Pet Policies
Yes. The Station Alafaya is pet-friendly.
The Station Alafaya charges a $300 pet fee at move-in. There is also a $35 monthly pet fee per pet.
The Station Alafaya allows up to two pets per apartment.
Yes. The Station Alafaya has breed restrictions as part of its pet policy. Contact the leasing office for the current list of restricted breeds and any additional pet approval requirements.
No. Fish, insects, birds, and certain other types of animals are not allowed. Students who have questions about a specific pet should contact the leasing office before signing a lease.
Prior to move-in day, all residents are required to have their pet(s) approved through the PetScreening application. All residents, even those without pets, are required to fill out a PetScreening application.
7. Management, Maintenance, & Leasing
Yes. The Station Alafaya offers individual housing contracts, so each resident signs for their own space rather than sharing responsibility for the full apartment. This setup is helpful for students who want a more independent leasing structure.
Yes. The Station Alafaya’s housing contracts align with the University of Central Florida academic calendar, which helps students move in ahead of the fall semester.
Yes. The Station Alafaya offers roommate matching through RoomSync. Students can use the platform to look at compatibility factors such as study habits, sleep schedules, cleanliness preferences, and other lifestyle details when selecting roommates.
Monthly installment payments are due on the 1st of each month and become late on the 4th day at 9 a.m. Payments can be made online through the resident portal by card or e-check, and check payments can also be brought to the clubhouse.
The monthly installment includes high-speed internet, basic cable, pest control, trash, lawn maintenance, and access to The Station Alafaya’s amenity spaces.
The on-site team helps residents with maintenance requests, package delivery, lease questions, and day-to-day support during office hours. Students who need help with a repair or service issue can reach out to the office for assistance or submit a maintenance request online through the resident portal.
Yes. The Station Alafaya has an on-site management team that supports residents with maintenance coordination, package-related questions, leasing help, and general resident needs.
Yes. The Station Alafaya allows contract assignments with approval. Students who need to assign their contract should contact the leasing office for the current process and requirements.
Yes. Single-semester assignments are available on a limited-time basis. Contact the leasing office for current eligibility and next steps.
Not always. Students who meet the self-qualification requirements may be able to lease without a guarantor, while many residents choose to have a guarantor as part of the approval process. Contact the leasing office for current qualification standards and guarantor options.
Yes. Residents are required to carry liability insurance as part of the housing contract. Students can either provide proof of coverage from a licensed insurance provider or be automatically enrolled in the damage waiver program for a monthly fee.
8. General Property Information
The Station Alafaya is a student housing property near UCF with cottage-style homes and larger multi-bedroom layouts designed for off-campus living. Floor plans range from three to six bedrooms, which gives students several options depending on household size and preferred setup.
Yes. The Station Alafaya is now leasing. Students interested in UCF student housing can contact the leasing team to check current availability and floor plan options.
Short-term lease options may be available at The Station Alafaya. Contact the leasing office for current terms, availability, and pricing.
Students can schedule a tour of The Station Alafaya through the online tour form or by contacting the leasing office directly. This is a good way to see the layout options, amenity spaces, and overall property setup in person.