Finding an apartment to rent can be challenging, but creating a checklist, understanding what questions to ask, and searching the correct online resources, can make finding an apartment, easy.
Billy just signed a lease with a private owner...and then the following year, the private owner decided to stop renting to him. It’s not unusual for such an owner to move back into their property, have another family member move into the property, or sell their house...
Renter 'A' may wonder…. “How many apartments should I reach out to? How do I begin my search?” With our 50 plus years of experience in the residential apartment business (with headquarters located in the heart of Northeast Philadelphia), we wanted to share suggestions...
Just how important are apartment amenities? Which apartment amenities are the most popular? In this post, we answer that and more. What are some Example Amenities? Common examples of apartment community amenities include outdoor spaces, swimming pools, fitness...
Two-bedroom apartments are a popular choice for those seeking more space. But, did you know that the layout of the 2 bedroom apartment is important. Just what are the best floor plans for a two-bedroom? In this article, we cover the very best two-bedroom floor plans...
Thinking of renting and don't know whether to go with a condo or an apartment? What's the difference between them anyway? In this article, we are not talking about whether you should rent or buy, but merely which one to rent in. Generally speaking, a condo is owned by...
Are you wondering the best time to rent an apartment? A frequent question we hear is 'What is the best month to rent an apartment'? Are there deals to be had? The short answer is that the best apartments rarely have deals. Having said that, with good timing, it's...
A utility-included apartment essentially means you (the resident) pay one single bill to the landlord for rent and utilities. Does 'apartments with utilities' included mean it is cheaper because it is -- "included". No, not neccesarily. Someone always has to pay for...
Apartment buildings have existed for hundreds of years, but most of the apartments you see in the U.S. today were likely built between 1950 and today. Historically-renovated buildings are an exception to this general finding. Those could be much older. The likely age...
Before moving into your new rental apartment, you are probably wondering whether your apartments comes with window blinds (sometimes referred to as window shades , window treatments, or apartment balcony shades). Let's find out! Are Window Blinds Standard Apartment...
With the advent of technology, self-guided tours have risen in popularity among apartments nationwide. What is a self-guided apartment tour? A 'self-guided' apartment tour or 'self-tour property' is exactly what it sounds like: a way to tour without the presence of a...
If you're looking to rent an apartment, you probably have heard of at least two different types of tours (virtual and in-person). However, there are actually several other innovative ways to tour apartments these days, including 3D tours, live video tours,...
When you're looking for a new apartment complex, how do you know what clear signs of problems to look out for? What exactly makes a bad apartment complex? Take a look at these red flags to know if the apartment complex you are looking at is likely a bad choice. 1....
