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Apartment Hunting: 4 Top Amenities for Families with a Baby

Monday, September 20th, 2010

Apartment hunting can be a chore if you’re not sure what you need or want in an apartment. Different people have different requirements. If you’re a family with a baby, then you have different preferences than, say, a single person or empty nesters. Therefore, you need to select those communities that can provide you with the amenities that will offer comfort as well as convenience for you and your family.

#1 - Safety and Security

Of course, topmost and foremost, you must make sure…

How to Assess Apartment Security: Stay-Safe Tips for Renters

Wednesday, September 12th, 2012

As we enter prime moving season, many novice and veteran apartment hunters may be more focused on finding an affordable apartment than a safe apartment. There’s no need to worry, you can find both by checking for these safety features in any prospective rental.

Check out the neighborhood

My mom used to say, “You are the company that you keep.” The same applies to your neighborhood – you’re as safe as your apartment’s surroundings. So, what’s the best way to assess the…

Best Houston Apartments - Great Uptown Area

Monday, January 16th, 2012

The Great Uptown neighborhood of Houston, Texas is one of the most highly sought after locations on ApartmentRatings.com and now we’ve made finding your dream apartment even easier. Check out the top five apartment complexes in the area, each of which has glowing recommendations by over 75% of ApartmentRatings.com users. Listed in descending order, each complex has been reviewed by at least 10 ApartmentRatings.com users; key amenities and resident comments are highlighted.

1. Three Fountains III
Recommended by 94% of users; 4.5 overall rating

This…

A Guide to Living in Austin, Texas

Monday, January 9th, 2012

Living in Austin, a city where having character counts and being “weird” is welcomed, is an experience enjoyed by 1.2 million Texas residents. Austin’s culture and lifestyle vacillates between New Urban and classic ways. A place where laid back, old fashioned neighborhoods collide with bustling modern areas, Austin, the capital and fourth largest city in the state of Texas, is a blend of pedestrian-friendly communities where residents have easy access to cafes, shops, clubs, galleries and more.

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How Important is On Site Management?

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011

On-site management refers to an apartment complex which is managed by employees working or living on the property. Larger communities offer residents on-site management as an amenity aimed at keeping them safe and resolving maintenance issues faster. On-site management, however, does not guarantee you a perfect living situation.

Benefits and Drawbacks of On-Site Management

On-site management offers you a nearby, physical office to visit if you have questions, problems with your neighbors or maintenance issues. This means that you can access residential…