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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.

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Can An Apartment Have Four Bedrooms?

Can An Apartment Have Four Bedrooms?

Virtually all apartments come in studio, one, two or three-bedroom configurations. It is rare to find a four-bedroom apartment in any market, and you are likely better off searching for a house or townhouse rental. Having said that, you may be able to find a...

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Is a One-Bedroom Apartment Right for a Couple?

Is a One-Bedroom Apartment Right for a Couple?

Deciding to rent an apartment with your partner? What are your lifestyle expectations? Forgetting to consider these factors from the start could be a recipe for madness, which is why you need to think about what works for you two. If you're wondering whether a...

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How to Find Apartments Without Mice?

How to Find Apartments Without Mice?

While mice in apartments are possible and often a common irritant in many parts of the nation, long-lasting issues (problems lasting over several months) with mice are often a result of a combination of tenant cleanliness and poor management. The best apartment...

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How Much Space Do I Need For My Apartment?

How Much Space Do I Need For My Apartment?

Are you trying to figure out how much apartment space is going to be enough? Well, generally speaking...If you are planning to rent a one-bedroom, you will probably want an apartment with at least 550 square feet. If you want a 2-bedroom, aim for a minimum of 750...

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7 Best Philadelphia Apartment Hunting Tips

7 Best Philadelphia Apartment Hunting Tips

Every city has its nuances when looking for an apartment. For example, in New York City, StreetEasy.com is a major listing platform but not in Philadelphia. In New York city, co-ops are common for rent, but not in Philadelphia. If you are looking for an apartment in...

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How Should I Prepare For Apartment Viewing?

How Should I Prepare For Apartment Viewing?

To prepare for an apartment viewing, plan ahead by: making a checklist that contains all your 'must-have' features, jotting down a list of questions, confirming the availability of parking, confirming where you will meet the leasing agent, and budgeting in some time...

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What is the Meaning of Amenities?

What is the Meaning of Amenities?

What are apartment amenities? Apartment amenities are additional and often desirable products, features or services that an apartment complex makes available to its residents. These can be community / shared amenities such as a swimming pool or gym, or these can be...

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Are All Apartment Buildings the Same?

Are All Apartment Buildings the Same?

Are all apartment buildings the same? No, not all apartment buildings are the same. Even if at first glance you think apartment buildings "look the same", they vary greatly based in the quality of construction, in-unit apartment features, maintenance, service, and...

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