If you have never lived in an apartment, the decision to find the perfect community can seem like a daunting task. Thankfully, there are ways to research your next community beyond browsing the Internet.

Here are the first steps to take to get you apartment shopping on the right path:

• Step 1 – Listen to your family and friends carefully. Trust their hands-on advice and listen to the experiences they’ve had living in specific communities.
• Step 2 – Explore as many Alachua, Florida, apartments as you can and take note of their layouts and leasing options.
• Step 3 – Consider where you will be traveling to-and-from your new apartment, such as to-and-from work and shopping. Let that play a significant role in your decision. Think about distance and common traffic conditions.
• Step 4 – Do the math before your search. See what your budget allows and only look within those limits.
• Step 5 – Finally, observe your new community before signing on the dotted line. Get a true grasp by visiting the community during different hours in the day, both during the week and on weekends.

If you are looking to settle down in the Alachua area, we invite you to visit our community, One 51 Place. In addition to beautiful and spacious apartments, our community also features a clubhouse, community pool, indoor basketball court, and theater room.