subject: Tips For College Graduates For Finding Apartments For Rent [print this page] For the brand new college graduate, finding apartments for rent in your target job area can be a struggle, especially if youre unfamiliar with the area. Youve just graduated with your degree in computer science and you want a job in Petaluma, Ca. so you need to find Petaluma apartments for rent that arent going to strain your budget before you find that dream job. Apartments for rent are advertised all over the place; classified ads, rental magazines, Craigslist, and even on the announcement walls at your alma mater, but youll want to do some searching before settling on just any apartment.
So what should you look for in Petaluma apartments for rent?
First of all, youll want to find apartments for rent that are within your budget. Many Petaluma apartments for rent start at $700 a month and can get as high as $1500 per month based on the location, amenities, and size and layout of the rental unit. Also, the price will depend on whether youre renting through a rental company in an apartment complex or if youre renting an apartment that was once a floor of a single family dwelling thats been remodeled.
Second, youll want to find an apartment for rent that meets your living needs. If youre physically handicapped, youll want to find an apartment that is wheelchair or walker accessible, or has an elevator to your floor. Also, you should rent an apartment with some form of security, whether its bars, an alarm system, a 24 hour security guard or a security gate through which only tenants may enter. Make sure that the appliances in the apartment are brand new, or relatively new. Never settle for an apartment for rent that has appliances older than 3 years, and you can check the manufacture date on the back of the appliance.
There are some apartments that offer washer and dryer units in the apartment, these are very convenient but they cost a bit more than apartments without them. Also, some apartments come with access to many amenities if youre renting in an apartment complex. There are some Santa Rosa and Petaluma apartments for rent that offer 24 hour fitness centers, access to community rooms, and even Laundromats (if your apartment doesnt come with a washer/dryer unit). These amenities are great, but like the washer and dryer they will cost you more than the apartment being rented out by the private home owner.
Santa Rosa and Petaluma apartments for rent may be exactly what you need to make that step into independence once you have your diploma in hand.
