Hobby Hall
Hobby Hall is a modular-style residence hall located on the Northside of campus and offers double-occupancy rooms with private bathrooms, assigned as single gender by room. Conveniently situated near the Northside Garage, Hullabaloo Starbucks, and Sbisa Dining Hall, Hobby Hall features 114 rooms across four floors. Residents benefit from amenities such as water bottle refilling stations and a living-learning program. Recent renovations include a new HVAC system, upgraded LED lighting throughout the building, and improvements to ADA-accessible showers, enhancing both comfort and accessibility.
General Information
- Rates
View the comprehensive rate details for our Residence halls and Apartments below. Rent pricing for each session are per person based on single or double occupancy. Natural gas service, cable, electricity, internet, washing machine and recycling, included. *Please be aware that rates are subject to change.
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Hall Namesake
Hobby Hall is named after Oveta Culp Hobby and was constructed in 1980. Ms. Hobby had the distinction of serving as our nation’s first Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare under President Eisenhower. As a member of President Eisenhower’s cabinet, Ms. Hobby made great strides in social programs. Ms. Hobby is well known for her commitments to improving rehab programs for people with disabilities and for requiring employers to pay federal taxes on domestic workers. Ms. Hobby was from Houston, Texas.
Hall Information
Room Flooring: Vinyl Wood plank
Hallway Flooring: Carpet
Furniture Style: Mobile
Bed Style: Loftable
Mattress Size: 36″ x 77″
Bed Size: 36″ W x 80″ L
Desk and Pedestal Size (2) chairs included
Desk: 32″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H
Pedestal: 18″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H
Clearance under Desk: 28.5″ H
Dresser Size (2): 30″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H – 3 drawers
Bookshelves (4): (2) 24″ W x 10″ D x 30″ H – (2) 24″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H
Closet Size (4): (2) 24″ x 59″ x 84″ – (2) 24″ x 45.5″ x 100″
Number of Windows & Size with blinds: 1 – 46.5″ x 99.5″
Room Dimensions: 12′ x 19′ living area – 3.5′ x 11′ entry area
Even numbered rooms: 12′ x 16′
Ceiling Height: 8′-3″
Bathroom Dimensions
Toilet area: 3.5′ x 4.5′
Vanity area: 4′ x 6.5′
Counter Space: 24″ x 46.75″
Clearance under vanity: 23″
Shower Type: Shower Enclosure w/ Shower Door
Hall Features
AC individually controlled, ice & vending machines, TV lounge, 5 washers/5 dryers (all on 1st floor), 3 study rooms (232, 332, 432)
Residents may not paint or use contact paper, wallpaper or adhesive tile to alter or make modifications to the residence hall room or apartment.
Physical Address:
160 Asbury Street, College Station, TX 77840
Hall Style: Modular
Location: Southside
Room Type: Double
Bathroom Style: Private
Gender: Single gender by suite
Building Abbreviation: HOBB
Hall Gender: Single Gender by Room
Building Number: 653
Floor: 4
Number of Hall Staff: 8 RAs, 1 CD
Year Constructed: 1980
Total Number of Rooms: 119
Building Capacity: 240
Number of ADA Modified Rooms*: 2, 107,125
Remote Control Doors: Exterior & Modified Rooms
*ADA Modified rooms have roll-in shower with curtain and a strobe fire alarm device.
