Are you thinking of welcoming your new neighbor to your apartment community with a gift but having trouble thinking of the perfect one? Housewarming gift ideas can be challenging, even if you’ve known the person who’s moving in for a long time. With a new neighbor that you hope to get to know, you’re probably even more unsure of the ideal present.

One way to find some inspiration is to think back to when you moved into your new apartment at One 51 Place in Alachua, Florida. No matter how excited you were, if you’re like most people, you probably felt a bit overwhelmed after the movers left and you sat in your new digs surrounded by boxes. You may also have been relocating to a new town, and you could have used some tips for places to go and things to do.

Gifts for Immediately After the Move

There may be some people—but not many—who are organized enough to pack their essential items all together so that they’re not scrambling for a bottle opener, can opener, dish towels, shampoo, soap, and toothpaste the first night they move in. Why not deliver a gift basket packed with small items like these to your neighbor? This thoughtful gift can help them avoid a mad rush to the closest convenience store to buy an essential item that’s lost in a sea of boxes.

Gifts That Help Them Fit In

Another great gift for newcomers is a basket of goodies from your favorite local deli or bakery. This may help your new neighbor who’s exhausted from moving in postpone a shopping trip to buy food, as well as introduce them to a source for good eatin’ down the road.

It’s also an excellent idea to help your new neighbor explore the abundance of community amenities at One 51 Place. Perhaps invite your neighbor to join you at the swimming pool or the fitness center, or to shoot some hoops in the air-conditioned, indoor basketball court.
If you’re on the hunt for a new apartment to call home, the friendly staff at One 51 Place will be happy to help you explore our apartment homes and amenities. Contact us today.