The Station State College, State College

The Station State College is a cottage-style student housing community in State College, located at 801 Toftrees Ave, about a 5-minute drive from Penn State University. The property offers fully furnished one- to five-bedroom apartments and townhomes to suit different needs and budgets. Residents benefit from individual housing contracts, high-speed internet and cable included. The Station State College apartments feature a wide range of community amenities, such as an on-site fitness center, a sparkling, resort-style pool, a yoga studio, and computer labs equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, making it a convenient option for students seeking off-campus housing near Penn State.

Features of The Station State College

Room Types

The Station State College offers a wide variety of floor plan options, including one-, two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Most apartments feature private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, spacious closets, and open living areas with high ceilings. Kitchens include granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, while units also feature an in-unit washer and dryer. Selected apartments have private patios or decks, and all apartments come fully furnished for convenient move-in. 

Common Amenities

The Station State College apartments provide a wide range of spaces for fitness, study, and relaxation. Residents have access to a 24-hour fitness center, sauna, and yoga studio, along with private and group study rooms and a computer lab with high-speed Wi-Fi. Social spaces include a clubroom, coffee bar, pool tables, game tables, and a golf simulator.

Outdoor amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, sand volleyball court, greenspace, hammocks, fire pit, and bag toss area. The Station also provides on-site management and maintenance, resident events, and roommate matching services.

Location and What's Hot

The Station State College sits at 801 Toftrees Ave in the Toftrees neighborhood. Penn State University is about 5 minutes by car or 19 minutes by bike, while Beaver Stadium is around 4 minutes by car or 13 minutes by bike. Students can also easily reach nearby supermarkets, restaurants, shopping, and outdoor spaces. 

• Supermarkets: Weis Markets (about a 5–8 minute drive) and Target at the Colonnade (about a 5–10 minute drive or around 12 minutes by CATA H bus).


• Restaurants: The Field Burger & Tap (about a 15-minute walk) and American Ale House (about a 20-minute walk).


• Shopping & Recreation: The Colonnade at State College (about a 5–10 minute drive or around 12 minutes by CATA H bus) and The Arboretum at Penn State (about a 10-minute drive).

Transport Near The Station State College

Living at The Station State College student apartments makes it convenient to get to Penn State by bus, bike, or car. The CATA H route stops directly at Toftrees Avenue at The Station and connects the property with Penn State campus, downtown State College, and the Colonnade. The HU express route also provides additional weekday service between the Toftrees area and campus during CATA Full Service periods. Parking is available on-site, and University Park Airport is a short drive for travel days.