Hunter Street Apartments offer a comfortable and convenient living experience for McKendree University students. Designed in an apartment style, each unit provides a sense of community and independence, making it a popular on-campus housing choice. Located just one block west of the main campus on Hunter Street, residents enjoy easy access to classes and university amenities.
These co-ed apartments are thoughtfully laid out, each featuring two bedrooms, a shared bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious living room area. This setup is ideal for fostering a sense of community while providing personal space for residents. For added convenience, laundry facilities are available in the basement of every building within the Hunter Street complex.
Apartment Features and Layout
Hunter Street is designed as apartment-style housing, with each apartment accommodating up to three students across two bedrooms. The community has a total capacity of 24 residents and spans two floors per building, creating a close-knit and manageable living environment.
Room Dimensions and Furniture
While slight variations may exist, the general room measurements provide a good overview of the space you can expect in Hunter Street Apartments.
General Measurements:
- Living Room: [# ft. wide by # ft. long – Note: Original document missing specific numbers] – Offers a communal space for relaxation and socializing.
- Single-Occupancy Bedroom: [# ft. wide by # ft. long – Note: Original document missing specific numbers] – Provides private space for individual residents.
- Double-Occupancy Bedroom: [# ft. wide by # ft. long – Note: Original document missing specific numbers] – Designed for shared living, fostering camaraderie among roommates.
Bedroom Furnishings:
Each bedroom is equipped with essential furniture for student living:
- Closet: [# in. high, # in. wide, # in. deep – Note: Original document missing specific numbers] – Offers storage for clothing and personal items.
- Desk: 30 inches high, 48 inches wide, and 42 inches deep – Provides a dedicated study space.
- Dresser: 30 inches tall, 30 inches wide, and 20 inches deep – Offers drawer space for clothes and belongings.
- Bed: 38 inches wide by 83 inches long – Extra Long Twin size, adaptable in height from 6 inches to 42 inches and bunkable for space optimization.
- Mattress: Extra Long Twin – Ensuring comfortable rest.
Image alt text: Apartment layout diagram for Hunter Street residences showcasing living room, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom dimensions, highlighting student housing floor plan at McKendree University.
Key Amenities and Living Experience
Hunter Street Apartments are designed to enhance student life with several notable features:
- Provided Furniture: McKendree University furnishes each student with a bed, dresser, desk, desk chair, and closet space. This simplifies moving in and ensures every resident has the essential furniture.
- Resident-Provided Furniture: Residents are responsible for providing other furniture like a kitchen table and couches. Coordinating with roommates prior to move-in, using the roommate information available on the Res Life Portal via MyMcK, is recommended to avoid duplicates and plan shared living spaces effectively.
- Living Room Lighting: It’s important to note that living rooms do not have built-in lighting. However, wall outlets connected to a light switch are available, making stand lamps a necessity and a great way to personalize the common area.
- Laundry Facilities: Located in the basement of each building, laundry facilities provide convenient on-site access for residents.
Hunter Street Staff
The dedicated staff at Hunter Street are committed to supporting residents and fostering a positive living environment.
Professional Staff:
- Quenton Gilmore, Area Coordinator: Oversees Res Halls East/West, The Suites, and Hunter St. Apartments. He can be reached at Residence Hall East 311 or by phone at (618) 537-3688 or email at [email protected].
Image alt text: Portrait photograph of Roxanne McWhorter, Senior Resident Assistant for Hunter Street Apartments, smiling warmly in front of a McKendree University Residence Hall.
- Roxanne McWhorter, Senior Resident Assistant: Also supporting Res Halls East/West, The Suites, and Hunter St. Apartments and located in Residence Hall East 311.
- Marvin Phipps, Resident Assistant: Provides direct support and community building within Hunter Street.
Location Advantage
The prime location of Hunter Street, just one block west of campus, is a significant advantage. This proximity allows for quick and easy walks to classes, the library, student services, and campus events. Living on Hunter Street blends the convenience of on-campus living with a slightly more independent apartment setting, offering the best of both worlds for McKendree University students.
Security Features
Ensuring resident safety is a priority at Hunter Street Apartments:
- Building Access: Students use their university keys to enter the building, enhancing security.
- Apartment and Mailbox Keys: Residents receive keys for their assigned apartment and mailbox, located in the vestibule of Residence Hall West.
- Bedroom Privacy: Bedroom doors feature push-button locks for privacy when occupied, though they are not key-lockable for entry/exit when students are away.
Hunter Street Apartments at McKendree University offer a well-rounded living experience, combining comfortable apartment-style living, convenient amenities, and a supportive community environment, all in an ideal location close to campus.
