What to Look for in an Apartment: A Guide for Luxury Renters

20% of Americans live in an apartment or a condo. And if you're reading this article, you're about to join their ranks.

Whether you're looking to put down roots in a luxury condo or you're searching for a temporary crash pad, we've got a guide for what to look for in an apartment.

Don't settle for less when it comes to a luxury property. If you're paying more to rent it, it should come with the amenities to match.

Read on for more information on what to look for when renting a luxe apartment or buying a killer condo.

Amenities

Depending on where you live in the United States, you'll likely get a different range of amenities in your price range. But, if you're looking to rent or purchase in a building that bills itself as luxury, you should have at least some luxe amenities to go with it.

This should include a doorman or a reception office and a mailroom for packages at the very least. Depending on your budget and location, other amenities to look for include a pool and a gym.

If you're just looking for an out of town crash pad, neither of these may be high on your list. But if you're looking to live somewhere for a long time, these can be fantastic amenities.

A gym and a pool will ensure that you don't have any more excuses when it comes to putting off doing exercise.

A Renovated Property

Even if you aspire to live in an older apartment building that's well established, you'll still want to live in a building that's well appointed.

If you've ever lived in an older non-renovated building, you may feel like you can clean and clean and your apartment never feels like you've made a single ounce of progress.

Your luxury property should be well renovated to include modern conveniences and allow you to keep it clean easily. You can always still rent an older property that has been strategically updated to give it an old world flair with modern convenience.

Location, Location, Location

Having a luxury apartment in a good location is one of the most important parts of this type of accommodation. Unless you're keen to live far away from most everyone else just to be able to have the luxury experience, your new digs should be centrally located.

If you have kids, it is important that you're also in a good school district so that your kids will receive the best education possible. Learn more about one of the best locations in Houston for luxury living.

If your apartment isn't centrally located, that's fine, but you'll want to have several amenities nearby. Many luxury apartments have stores within walking distance, sometimes even on the same property. Living near a grocery store, school, gym and other amenities you use daily can be a lifesaver.

Don't pay more for a luxe property just to be inconvenienced.

Big Closets

One thing most luxury apartments give their residents is a huge walk-in closet. For many people, this is high on their priority list, and something to look for if that's what you desire.

If you've got a huge closet, you can store your clothes for all seasons without having to rent a storage unit. You can also see things clearly so that it isn't a struggle picking out clothing in the morning.

But, if you've opted to go with a unit that has other pros and you'd rather have a smaller closet, consider constructing an open wardrobe. Click here to read about how to design a beautiful wardrobe that won't ruin your apartment if you're just renting.

An Open Kitchen

A luxury apartment should have one thing: a huge kitchen. And if you love to cook, this should be one of your top priorities.

While we've already covered that you should have a newly renovated apartment, it is very important that the kitchen is one of the places that has recently gotten a renovation. A modern and open kitchen is a great way to make your home feel more inviting, and allow you to feel more inclined to entertaining friends and family.

You'll also find you spend more time cooking healthier meals if you have a lot of space, and you can wash your dishes quickly and easily with a built-in dishwasher.

A Luxe Bathroom

You don't want a tiny bathroom with just a toilet, a shower and a sink. Instead, get an apartment that has a spacious bathroom to allow you all the room you need to get dressed and get clean.

If you're going to get an apartment with a master suite, having a big bathroom (with a tub!) attached to it is preferable. This makes for more privacy and added convenience for you and your family.

Deciding What to Look for in an Apartment

What to look for in an apartment can be a little bit personal, so you'll want to decide ahead of time what it is you're looking for in your apartment. While a list such as this one can help you decide what you want, you ultimately know what you want to prioritize.

Before you begin looking, why not create a list of things you're looking for? This way you can literally see if the apartments you're visiting are ticking the boxes.

For more information on creating your dream apartment decor, click here.