University Highlands

read moreUniversity Highlands is designed and managed to meet the specific needs of today's Appalachian University student. Our resident's academic success and preparation for life after college is our primary focus. We are conveniently located just two miles from campus and the AppalCart makes the commute a "no hassle" experience. Our fully furnished 2 and 4 bedroom suites, with individual leases and all inclusive rental rates, make living off campus convenient and affordable. Kitchens come complete with electric range, frost-free refrigerator with icemaker, dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave and full size washer and dryer.

read moreYour one monthly rent payment covers electricity, water, cable TV, Ethernet and Wi-Fi Internet connection, and monitored security system. Plus, you don't pay any separate deposits for any of these utilities.

read moreBecause we are students' 1st choice in off-campus living, we fill up fast! To better serve you, we take new leases by appointment only. We will begin taking phone calls for leasing appointments for the 2021/2022 lease period on February 1st, 2021. Please give us a call at 828-263-0100 for up to date availability information. You may download the Spring 2021 lease packet below if you are going to sublease for the 2nd semester. For residents who have found a sublessor, you can download the Request to Sublease form below. Parents only need to download the Guaranty of Lease.