When you rent an apartment, you have many choices. One of the most fundamental is where you would like to live within the apartment building, complex, or community. There is no right or wrong choice with this question. Each renter has an ideal spot depending on their goals, interests, and budget.
To help you find your ideal location, discover a few good matches for any unit location.
Top Floor
The top floor offers a great living experience for several unique reasons. First, it is generally the quietest location because few people will have a reason to travel to the upper floors. Road noise and parking area sounds are also less likely to filter up that far. You also get the best views from upper floors.
The ideal candidate for top-floor living is a renter in good physical shape who doesn't mind if they must go up and down additional stairs or use the elevator on a regular basis. This tenant is happy to sacrifice a little convenience in exchange for a private atmosphere and good views.
Bottom Floor
The bottom floor is perfect for busy families on the go. These apartments are conveniently located for parking and walking into and out of your home often. They also may feature more amenities such as laundry rooms or gyms. And if you have kids, a ground-floor apartment often comes with easy access to green space or common areas like playgrounds.
Budget-minded renters may also find a ground floor unit ideal because they tend to be less expensive and more available than upper units.
Corner Unit
What difference does the location of an apartment within its floor make? You generally have two choices: middle or corner unit. Corner units have fewer neighbors, so they provide two bonuses. First, you may find them quieter since you share fewer walls with other renters. And second, you
may also find the views better as you have more opportunities for windows and balconies.
The primary downsides of a corner unit are that they are usually farther away from the stairs or amenities. They may also cost a bit more or be less available. The best person for them, then, is someone who has a little more in their monthly budget and prefers a more luxurious living experience over a convenient location or a tight deadline.
Isolated Location
Look at the map of your potential apartment community or complex. Which rental homes are farthest from the street, from parking areas, and from amenities? These more isolated spaces can provide a quieter and more private living environment because foot and car traffic is lower. Although this is less convenient, a renter who values peaceful enjoyment of their home may find that the isolation adds to the experience.
Central Location
In contrast to an isolated rental unit, a centrally located one provides the best in convenient living. By placing your home near the amenities you like to use most often - such as feeding your daily gym habit or swimming - you can take advantage of all that the apartment complex has to offer. And renters who work long and hard value the ability to be close to parking or transportation links.
Which area of an apartment community is right for you? Clearly, the answer depends on your priorities. Whether you want the best and most luxurious experience, are on a tighter budget, or value convenient access to what you need most, a great spot is available for you. Learn more about apartment layout and amenities by visiting the rental living professionals at
Montgomery Realtors today. We look forward to seeing you!
