Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is ALUM?

A: ALUM is a luxury condo-hotel and private members club set to break ground in downtown Tuscaloosa at the end of 2026. ALUM offers world-class accommodations and amenities to elevate the alumni experience. ALUM Tuscaloosa will feature 90 residences that are pre-selling now. Additional ALUM projects are underway in Eugene, OR, and College Station, TX, with more planned in Winston-Salem, Oxford, Auburn, Ann Arbor, and Columbus.

Q: What amenities are available on-site?

A: The site features a restaurant serving a classic American menu with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with a coffee shop/cafe for lighter fare. Owners can also enjoy access to a fully equipped fitness room and a pool, clubhouse, whiskey lounge, cigar lounge (dedicated smoking room), & additional areas, and programming (e.g., meet-and-greets with coaches and players, university speaker series, sports business, etc.).

Q: What will be going on on gamedays?

A: Portions of the property will be catered on gamedays. The programming for home gameday weekends (Thursday to Sunday) is still being finalized to ensure the best experience for all owners.

Q: What are the features and interiors of the units?

A: Curated furniture packages to be available for Buyers to purchase for their unit to be in the rental pool. Each unit includes high-quality Smeg appliances known for their stylish design and functionality. The units boast 10-foot ceilings, and floor plans include 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options.

Q: How does parking work for residents and guests?

A: Each residence is allocated one parking space per bedroom. There will be valet service available, though self-parking is also allowed. Guests can park in the garage, with the option to choose between self-parking or valet services.

Q: Is short term renting allowed at ALUM?

A: ALUM Tuscaloosa holds a hotel license, allowing nightly rentals 365 days a year. Owners in the rental pool will profit share the revenue the community makes for each night an owner keeps their unit available for guest stays. The better the property does the better each owner in the rental pool does!