New buildings, exclusive amenities, resort-style pools —
today’s apartment hunting can be exciting and overwhelming. The location of
your new apartment should be as important to you as the home itself. Many of us
are renting apartments in more urbanized neighborhoods and those that are in a
growth phase. Getting to know the neighborhood, as well as the apartment
community should be part of your checklist.
Take a walk around
the neighborhood at night. Are the streets well-lit for you? Is the
neighborhood as quiet or active as you want it to be?
Where are your
closest services? Try to navigate to the closest pharmacy, grocery store
and gas station to be sure they are within the right distance for your
lifestyle.
Visit the local
restaurants and entertainment venues. These amenities, within walking or
biking distance, can make a new apartment home or rental especially attractive.
Check out the local
parks, especially if you have kids or animals. Having quick access to
trails, parks or community centers can make all the difference for parents or
those with pets. Development along light rail and in urbanizing areas of the
Valley offers exciting new lifestyle options. Before you sign a lease, it’s worth
taking the neighborhood for a spin for a couple of evenings and maybe a
morning.