UHill Walls is one of the largest collections of public art in the southeast. More than 40 murals by local, national, and international artists are inspired in part by Durham’s history and well-known faces like the “Queen of Funk,” Betty Davis, painted by Scott Nurkin, and fashion icon André Leon Talley painted by Tiffany Baker.
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Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: Closed
I’ve been living at UHill for 4 years, and it’s been a great experience. The community is welcoming and vibrant, with a strong student presence that makes it feel lively and connected. Mary, the leasing manager, is fantastic—always friendly, helpful, and dedicated. She also organizes plenty of community events (free lunches & dinners are the ones I attended) which really add to the sense of community here.
Dina Rousset
Aug 26, 2025
5
Moved in a few weeks ago and loving it so far. Mary was a pleasure to work with on signing lease, completing paperwork and move-in. The location is fantastic - gated and well lit parking, great amenities in the building and restaurants, a coffeeshop, a brewery and stores all a quick walk away. The private pet yards are a big plus.
Ali Merola
Aug 21, 2025
5
My son lived here for 2 years while attending grad school at Duke. I would highly recommend this property as it provides gated parking, close proximity to everything and a very clean environment. The management is top notch and were always quick to respond to any questions or problems. Mary is outstanding at what she does! It will be difficult to top this community!
Jack Masonis
Jul 24, 2025
5
I’ve been living at University Hill since it was completed in 2021 after moving from Manhattan, and overall, I’ve really enjoyed it. The apartments themselves are super modern and comfortable—high ceilings, big windows, nice finishes, and in-unit laundry make a big difference compared to the NYC shoebox I previously lived in.
Hawthorne Residential is a very professional management company that knows how to treat their residents and take care of the building, much better than anything I lived in up north.
The retail around the apartments is a huge plus...Dino's just opened and has some of the best pizzas around. Definitely recommend.
If I wasn't moving to Colorado this year, I'd see myself here for another 5 years.
Sophie Vincoff
May 28, 2025
5
I lived here for two years and loved it. UHill truly felt like home. The apartments are beautiful, spacious, and full of natural light. They are not the most sound-proof, but I've found this to be typical in modern luxury apartments. The amenities are lovely as well. The location is amazing; everything you could need, from grocery stores to restaurants to doctors, is in very close proximity. The parking lots are gated for protection and very convenient. I had few maintenance issues, but maintenance staff were always very responsive and came to fix the problem ASAP. Everyone who works here was very kind, responsive, and helpful. I've really raved about this place to everyone who has asked and highly recommend living here! For Duke students, it's also a nice change of pace from the area immediately around Duke, but still a very short drive away (down the beautiful, tree-lined Academy Road). Mary, Nancy, and everyone at UHill - thank you for a great experience!
Sainah Theodore
Apr 11, 2025
5
This property feels like home! The leasing office and service team are outstanding – always available, responsive, and genuinely care about residents (and their pets!). The property is beautifully maintained, and the frequent community events are a fantastic bonus. Highly recommend for a welcoming and well-cared-for living experience.
Joshua Stablein
Feb 24, 2025
5
I've been living at UHill Apartments for about 1.5 years now and I've loved every bit of it! The office staff are always welcoming, kind, and very eager to solve any issues you may be experiencing (Nancy and Mary are especially awesome)! The complex is constantly hosting a plethora of fun community events like holiday decorating, yoga classes, free meals, and other fun events. The amenities are very well kept, including the pool, gym, lobby, and outdoor areas. I've truly never had an unpleasant experience at this complex. The apartments themselves are beautiful with modern/updated appliances and technology, and I've had very minimal maintenance issues. The few experiences I've had with the maintenance team have also been very pleasant, as they're a great team and very quick to resolve whatever issue you may be experiencing. I also feel very safe in this complex since you need fob to get in the front lobby and into the apartment hallways. Not to mention, the location is fantastic for food, drinks, shopping, and close to the hospital where I work. I highly recommend this complex if you're looking for a place to live in Durham!
Jeremiah Hasley
Feb 4, 2025
5
My experience at University Hill Apartments in Durham has been amazing. The units are modern and spacious, and the location is super convenient—close to shopping, restaurants, and schools. The staff is responsive with any issues, and amenities like gated parking and a secure package room are a nice touch. Also, the green egg has been a great use for my apartment. The pool looks awesome and can't wait to use it in the summer time.
Nick Morgan
Nov 27, 2024
5
Love my UHILL Apartment! It is really cozy the way they have the courtyard string lights on at night! I also like to decorate with my photography to give the place my own look and feel.
Great team here as well! ... maintenance, office, etc. Shout out to Nancy for always being so helpful to all of us University Hill residents!
What else... parking is super easy and safe! Overall a great spot to be at over here in Durham!
