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.

Psst... Check out this video for a peek at Hawthorne living.

No. 1 in Customer Satisfaction

Does building a culture actually make a difference? Just ask Hawthorne’s sky-high resident satisfaction ratings, which speak for themselves.

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.

Explore Hawthorne communities

Hawthorne currently manages 130+ communities across North Carolina, including 23+ pet-friendly spots right here in the Raleigh area.

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.

So, where do you see yourself living?

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