Hello World! Welcome Friends! Apartment searching is daunting but necessary if you want to find a comfortable place to live. From monthly rental rates to the number of bedrooms, there are so many things you need to identify in one place. While it can take time, patience, and a great deal of effort, you can make your apartment search easier by creating a checklist. Having a list of things you want and need in a list ensures that you don’t forget anything important.
One thing that’s often left off the list is amenities. You get so wrapped up in the logistics; you forget to investigate the additional services and conveniences that can make a big difference in your overall decision and living experience. Here are a few amenities to look for.
Washer, Dryer, and Dishwasher
If there’s anything you’ll be doing a lot of, it’s washing clothes and dishes. While you could head to a nearby laundromat or wash your dishes manually, having a washer, dryer, and dishwasher in your apartment makes life easier.
Air Conditioners & Programmable Thermostats
There’s nothing worse than being too hot or cold in your apartment and having to wait for the landlord or property manager to turn on the HVAC. Therefore, you should opt for an apartment with an air conditioning and heating system that you can adjust yourself.
Parcel Lockers
Whether you love online shopping, receive a lot of mail, or are constantly on the go, having a safe way to secure and retrieve deliveries is essential. Check the premises to see if they have apartment package lockers for tenants. Advanced models send you instant notifications to your smartphone, increasing security and convenience.
Security
Speaking of security, you want to live in a safe apartment complex. As you browse your options, check to see what types of security features they have onsite. Some establishments have gates with keypads for minimal entry from outsiders. Others have a security guard on the premises or advanced security systems with cameras, keypads, and motion lights.
Recreational Areas
Wouldn’t it be nice to know that you can walk out your door and have access to entertainment? Although you may have to pay a bit more for rent, some apartment buildings have lounge areas, playgrounds, swimming pools, sports courts, fitness centers, and community gardens for tenants to enjoy.
Pet-Friendly Environment
While some landlords and property owners opt to exclude pets on the premises, others advertise as being pet-friendly. If you have a dog or cat, you’ll want to ensure that they, too, have someplace safe and comfortable to live. So, ask about the pet amenities. They may have a dog park, grooming services, and more.
Parking and Transportation
Parking on the street it’s always safe (or legal), depending on where you’re apartment searching. As you survey apartments in the area, analyze their parking and transportation options. Do they have a secure parking lot? If so, is it well-lit and located nearby, or do you have to walk a distance? If you take public transportation, find out if the property has a bus stop or bench nearby, so you don’t have to travel too far to wait.
Digital Maintenance Request and Rental Payment Options
Whether you’re paying your rent or trying to have something serviced in your apartment unit, you don’t want to jump through hoops searching for the landlord or property manager. You also don’t want to have to wait hours or even days for a response. Many building managers have implemented online rent payment options and maintenance requests for tenants to streamline processes and provide convenience for residents.
While the number of rooms and monthly rental rates is often at the top of the list when searching for an apartment, they’re not the only things you should concern yourself with. Depending on the type of lease you plan on signing, you’ll be living in the unit for a year or more. You want to ensure that it’s a place you can call home. By opting for an apartment with amenities like those listed above, chances are you’ll renew your lease year after year.
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