second thoughts about where to live
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| Mon, 10-11-2004 - 1:08pm |
Ok so I made decision on apartment complex last week -- that is located 5 minutes from my work. It has tons of ammenities that come with it. BUT there is a couple downfalls with the actual apartment it self - its small and I can tell the heat will be an issue because when I went to look at it I was sweating BIGTIME-- plus there isnt a washer /dryer in the unit and I have problems with my right leg (numbness and nerve damage due to a severed nerve) and going up and down stairs with laundry is dangerous for me (its down 2 floors) Plus there isnt a garage and Im in Minnesota and its sucky to have to clean off your car in the winter! I chose this place because of the closeness to my work and the clubhouse ammenities but the actual apartment is sucky....also as I have said its 45-60 minute drive from freinds /family and my boyfreind.
This is such a stressful thing my good ness and you would think at age 32 I have done this but I havent-- this is my first time ever having to decide where to live. I moved from my parents home directly into the house I am in now and that was really decided for me.
There is just so many options to consider and I want it to feel right in every way-- is that possible? Anyone have advice for me?

MB, the only thing I can think to tell you is make a list of "absolutes" and a list of "would LIKE to have's" and start searching apartments/homes based on that. And don't settle for anything till you find what you've been looking for. You'll just end up angry and frustrated half way through your lease if you jump too quickly.
DH and I moved this spring. It took us FOREVER to settle on something, and that was how we did it. We couldn't find anythign that made us both happy, so we finally sat down and made those two lists above.
The ones on the MUST have list from me were more numerous than his must have's. LOL
After that we wanted two bathrooms (that was almost on the must have's list) and we wanted a garage (didn't get that) and we wanted a different area, but we didn't get that. And we wanted a great deck/patio. We HAVE a
I had a slightly easier time of house shopping.
Kim
Hi MB, it sounds like a big complex.
I would choose indoor laundry and garage.
Also, have you looked at private houses or condos for rent? Those usually come with washer/dryer, garage, and more stable neighbors.
Does the complex have a 1st floor apartment or an elevator available for your use?
Well yesterday I only worked 1/2 day because I was feeling anxious about the whole thing and actually it worked out pretty well.
I found a place that has the positives I want-- its closer to friends and family- great neighborhood -
Hey, Congrats on the new car! How exciting!!!!
I hope this new place works out for you. I hate being strapped. But if it's what you really need/want then maybe it'll be worth the cost to you.
Ok more new news--