College Station Student Apartment Review: Rise at Northgate - The Jay College Station

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Living off campus at Texas A&M University increases your housing options significantly and narrowing them down can become overwhelming. Across College Station and Bryan there are a diverse mix of amenities, pricing and floorplans to fulfill the needs of different students. Finding the right fit for your lifestyle is important to your college experience. 

At The Jay, we take pride in helping students find their place in Aggieland. Even with The Jay’s variety of spacious floorplans, full suite of amenities and location in Northgate, there is significance in exploring the other housing options available to you. In your search for housing if you come across The Jay, you’ve probably also come across Rise at Northgate.

We have put together this review of Rise at Northgate to help you better understand what options are available to you near Texas A&M’s campus.

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The Basics 

Address: 717 University Dr, College Station, TX 77840

Neighborhood: Northgate District

Year Built: 2013

Number of Units: 173

Number of Beds: 471

Number of Stories: 19

Distance from Campus: 3-minute walk to Texas A&M

Rise at Northgate Location 

Located at 717 University Drive, Rise at Northgate is just down the road from College Station’s hub for late night hangouts, Northgate, and across the street from Texas A&M’s engineering buildings. Residents can enjoy a quick walk to fast food staples like Taco Bell, McDonald’s and Chipotle, as well as the Century Square for shopping.

Rise at Northgate Amenities 

Pool at Rise at Northgate in College Station.
Photo courtesy of ForRent.com

The Stack offers its residents a variety of amenities focused on student needs, including:

  • Resort-style pool
  • Rooftop sundeck
  • Sauna
  • Fitness center and yoga Studio
  • BBQ grills
  • Study lounges and group meeting rooms
  • Resident Lounge & Coffee bar
  • On-site parking

Apartments come fully furnished and include upgraded finishes such as:

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Quartz countertops
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Hardwood-style flooring
  • Private Bathrooms
  • Modern Fixtures

Amenities at Rise at Northgate are designed specifically for the lifestyle and academic needs of Texas A&M students.

Rise at Northgate Parking

As of April 2026, Rise at Northgate offers onsite garage parking for $100 a month or parking at the Northgate garage for a discounted monthly rate of $60. Regardless of your pick, it is recommended to plan ahead because spaces are usually limited and reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.

Rise at Northgate Floorplans & Pricing 

Inside look at the bedrooms at Rise at Northgate off-campus student apartments.
Photo courtesy of Texas A&M University.

Rise at Northgate offers studio through six-bedroom floorplan options with an option for a three-bedroom, four-bathroom unit. As of April 2026, prices range from around $1,000 to $2,100 depending on the floorplan and unit upgrades. Check Rise at Northgate’s floor plans page for current rates and availability, as pricing is subject to change. 

Read Next: How to Find the Perfect Apartment at Texas A&M?

At The Jay, we recognize there are housing options with great potential for providing you with the best experience at Texas A&M and it can be difficult to come to a final decision. With this honest review of Rise at Northgate, we hope to have helped you narrow down your favorites as you navigate the off-campus housing near Texas A&M.

For more help answering your questions on living in College Station or breaking down your student housing search, reach out to our team at The Jay. We are happy to help you find your fit in Aggieland!

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Audrey

Audrey is a Property Marketing Intern for The Jay. She's a senior at Texas A&M University, majoring in Communications. Her favorite drink to order is an iced matcha latte with lavender syrup!

Published On: June 3, 2026

Last Updated On: May 6, 2026

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