Did you know? Hawthorne was started by three friends in 2009. | Photos provided by Hawthorne Residential Partners
When it comes to apartment living in The Triangle, the old formula just doesn’t cut it anymore.
Renters want more than a roof over their heads — they want what we all want: Meaningful connections, a strong sense of community, and a space that feels like home.
That’s where Hawthorne Residential Partners comes in. They’re helping redefine apartment living across NC and beyond by creating intentional spaces built for belonging.
Let’s take a look at their flourishing LIVE IT culture.
Community-first, experience-driven living
At communities like Hawthorne at Traditions, a brand new community in Wake Forest, standout features such as a podcast room, wine lounge, and golf simulators aren’t just about luxury — they’re about fostering creativity, interaction, and a sense of belonging with your neighbors.
Hawthorne also offers an exclusive program that brings connection right to residents’ front doors.
Through the Hawthorne Experience Program, events like yoga classes, painting workshops, and baking lessons led by local experts inspire interaction and shared experiences. It’s a fresh take on apartment living, blending upscale amenities with meaningful experiences to create connected communities where residents feel truly at home.
Hawthorne has ranked #1 in resident satisfaction in the nation among NMHC Top 50 Managers for three consecutive years.
Hawthorne also has a Nationwide Online Reputation score of 86.61 out of 100, which represents an aggregate property rating across online review sites. (Psst: The industry average is 61.77.)
Visit any Ral-based Hawthorne community on Google, and you’ll find countless reviews from the past year. A few of the highlights:
“If you’re looking for a good community, don’t hesitate to move in here.” wrote Joel L. “Friendly neighbors & lots of fun times.”
“I love living at Hawthorne at Holly Springs,” said Ruth B. “I love the monthly events for the tenants.”
Turns out,residents love living in apartments that build real relationships.
Most recently, Hawthorne opened a brand-new community in Wake Forest, Hawthorne at Traditions, which blends curated spaces + thoughtful amenities with the Hawthorne culture of “LIVE IT” connectivity.
Paint Poured Holiday Ornaments | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co. | $59 | In this class, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind ornament with acrylic paint pouring techniques.
Tuesday, Dec. 17
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings | 8:45-10 p.m. | The Rialto Theatre | $35 | This multi-sensory experience will light up the historic theater with classic Christmas carols.
Jim Brickman Comfort & Joy | 7:30 p.m. | A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater | $35+ | Join this pianist for a night of joy + warmth in Raleigh.
Wednesday, Dec. 18
Artful Story Time with a Snow Person | 10:30-11 a.m. | NC Museum of Art | Free | Kids are welcome to join this special snowy visitor for stories among the art.
Reminder: Schedule your dental visit before the year ends
Presented by CarolinasDentist
Hurry — your dental benefits are about to expire. | Photo provided by CarolinasDentist
If you have an FSA, those funds won’t carry over into 2025, so it’s best to use them now. (And even if your benefits roll over with an HSA, scheduling an end-of-year visit is still a great choice.)
Smoky Hollow bar Neighborhood will become Moon Room on New Year’s Eve. From the folks behind Madre, the new name will usher in a new jazzy vibe with live performances and vinyl nights. Plus, attend the Tuesday, Dec. 31 party to ring in the new year + concept. (Raleigh Magazine)
Closing
City Market Artists Collective is set to close on Tuesday, Dec. 24, but owner + local sculptor Paris Alexander says it’s going out on a high note. The collective, which is home to 10 artists, saw 500 guests on December’s First Friday event. (Triangle Business Journal)
Plan Ahead
Purchase tickets for the 2025 NC Governor’s Inaugural Ball at Marbles Kids Museum on Saturday, Jan. 11 to celebrate new state officials, including governor-elect Josh Stein. Ball entry starts at $250 and other inaugural events start at $100.
Cause
An Apex six-year-old is in need of a bone marrow donor, and you just might be a match. Louise Da Silva was diagnosed with Severe Aplastic Anemia and needs a bone marrow transplant. Register with NMDP to see if you’re a match for Louise or another person in need of a transplant. (CBS 17)
Read
It’s the prime season for the Victorian-clad Oakwood Waits, a caroling group with 40 years of history in Raleigh. Read up on the group’s origins, its trips to the White House, and annual benefit concert. (WALTER Magazine)
Sports
Bill Belichick’s deal with UNC is bigger than we thought. The Super Bowl champ will receive $50 million over the course of five years, instead of $30 million over three — double Mack Brown’s pay. With that $10 million salary, he will be the highest paid NC state employee in history. (NC Newsline)
Weather
Did you know? 2024 was the hottest year on record so far — and the first year to have an average global temperature of more than 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit above preindustrial levels. See what the rest of the year has in store.
Open
Did you know there’s a new, private pre-performance lounge space downtown at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts? Showergoers can stop by before performances (and again at intermission, of course) for a complimentary drink + small bites. See inside.*
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Transit
🚏 Greyhound’s RUS Bus absence
Union West is slated for full completion in 2026. | Courtesy of Hoffman & Associates
Raleigh Union Station Bus Facility, known as RUS Bus, plans to open mid-2025 with six bays for local + regional bus transport. One bus service that won’t be included at RUS Bus when it opens, however, is regional Greyhound service, according to INDY Week.
Greyhound previously had a downtown outpost on West Jones Street until it moved to Capital Boulevard in 2014 near what is now Gateway Plaza, three miles from Raleigh’s city center. At the time, the Capital Boulevard location was reported to be temporary and would relocate to Raleigh’s upcoming transit hub, now RUS Bus, upon completion. However, that plan has since changed.
GoTriangle officials told INDY Week that they haven’t had any formal conversations with Greyhound about joining the transit hub, and Greyhound told INDY Week it has no updates about the Capital Boulevard location.
A pair of high waisted joggers. They’re constructed with ultra-soft modal fabric, making them perfect for casual hangouts with friends + family over the holidays.
I’ll miss Neighborhood in Smoky Hollow, but I can’t say no to a jazzy vibe, like Moon Room will have. The bar’s Noche de Luna party will have live music and special food + drinks with no cover charge.
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