Some people choose to live in an apartment because it makes financial sense for them. Apartment residency, however, is a far cry from being suitable for just short-term stays, young professionals, and couples who view a few years in an apartment as a necessary step on the road to home ownership. A sizeable portion of the population, hailing from all over the demographic map, chooses to live in a luxury apartment community because of the ease and convenience associated with apartment life and luxury apartment amenities.
Washer and Dryer
Most people cannot truly appreciate living with a washer and dryer until they have lived without one. If you have had the experience of visiting a scummy, overpriced laundromat on a cold, rainy day because you ran out of underwear and have no choice but to wash, you understand what makes having a washer and dryer in your home so convenient. If you have never lived without one, it is not something you want to experience. Even a communal laundry room beats frequent visits to a laundromat. But if you are looking for a luxury apartment, chances are high that the one you choose will come equipped with its own clothes washing equipment.
Fitness Center
For many people, getting to the gym is a workout in itself. When you have a well-appointed fitness center just down the hall from your apartment door, you can tailor your workout so that every minute is spent focusing on a muscle group or health benefit of your choice. You can save hours of home-to-gym commute time every month, and you will not be able to use bad weather as an excuse not to go work out. Most luxury apartment communities have well-maintained exercise areas, featuring state-of-the-art equipment from the leading brands. Some upscale apartment fitness centers are even open 24/7.
Pool Area
If a routine morning swim is your ideal workout, look for an apartment with a pool that is open year-round. Another reason why pools are one of the most in-demand luxury apartment amenities is that pools are great for entertaining and bonding. If the beach is too far away or you are just looking for a nice way to spend a few lovely summer hours with a neighbor or friend, your apartment pool can provide you with a place to sunbathe in luxury and comfort just steps from your home.
Clubhouse
With top-of-the-line flatscreen TVs, kitchenettes, and comfortable sofas, a clubhouse is a great place to watch the game with your neighbors or arrange to have a viewing of your favorite TV show. Some community clubhouses even have pool, foosball, and ping pong tables. If you are hoping to move into a tight-knit apartment community, you should make sure that the apartments you consider offer some type of lounge or recreational space for social gatherings.
Business Center
Increasingly common in upscale apartment communities, a business center may range from a room with a few desks and electronic gadgets that residents can use for business purposes to a more formal-looking office with a conference room. Conference rooms can typically be reserved for business and organizational meetings.
Parking
If you have a car or plan on investing in one, this amenity type concerns you. Inquire about direct access and detached garages, as well as covered parking, at every apartment community you consider. Find out if there is an additional cost for parking, and figure that cost into your monthly living expenses before making a decision.
With dozens of luxury apartment communities across the country, AMLI Residential has made a name for itself as a pre-eminent provider of upscale living space. To browse through the communities we manage in the area you are moving to and scope out the amenities with which they are equipped, visit AMLI.com.
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