What to Look for When Apartment Hunting

Are you here because you’re searching for an apartment and need a little guidance? Welcome! Searching for a new home can be one of the most rewarding pursuits, but it can also be a stressful one if you don’t have a plan. We’re here to help! 


When you’re searching for an apartment, it helps to make a checklist of your wants and needs. Additionally, the simple act of writing things down may inspire ideas, help you organize your thoughts, and prioritize what’s most important to you. 


Keep in mind that the apartment you choose might not check every single box, so you’ll want to determine which items are deal-breakers and which items on which you’re willing to compromise. If you’re looking at The Pointe - Hilliard Apartments, we have leasing agents on site to provide a tour, answer any questions you have, and make your move as hassle-free a process as possible.


#1 Are you working from home, or do you commute? 

This will help you determine whether it makes sense to live near your job, or whether you can live anywhere you like without having to worry about a daily drive. 


#2 Do you like an active, lively community, or a quiet, secluded neighborhood? 

Whether you’re a social butterfly or a homebody, you’ll want to make sure your apartment community can accommodate you. If you live at The Pointe Hilliard, you can enjoy planned events and community spots ideal for socializing such as the clubhouse, TV tavern, fire pit, and coffee bar. If you’re seeking seclusion, you’ll also enjoy green space throughout the community and easy access to paths and parks nearby. 


#3 What’s the management and maintenance situation like? 

Does the apartment you're searching for have on-site management and maintenance, and what do you have to do to make a maintenance request? At The Pointe, we provide an online portal for maintenance requests and friendly staff on the premises to answer questions. Come see us!


#4 What’s the neighborhood like? 

Is it important to you to have plenty of shopping and grocery destinations nearby? Would you prefer to be close to dining and entertainment? It’s just two miles to the Mall at Tuttle Crossing, and Hilliard is also an ideal location for food and nightlife. 


#5 What are the outdoor areas around the community like? 

Are there walking paths, courtyards, and other outdoor spaces? Is there access to parks and trails? If you have a dog, is there a fenced-in dog park? (If you live at The Pointe - Hilliard, yes, yes, and yes!) 


#6 What is the parking situation?

The Pointe offers surface lot and garage parking, so you have options that suit your needs. Ask us when you’re touring the community.


#7 What is the laundry situation? 

A luxury that residents love at The Pointe Hilliard, Ohio is the washer and dryer included in every unit. No more lugging a basket to a laundry room across the premises! 


#8 What are your monthly expenses going to be? 

You can ask for a breakdown of what other residents pay for utilities to get an idea of your expenses. Get quotes from a couple of local moving companies and check for reviews and references. 


#9 What about my pets? 

Residents at The Pointe - Hilliard appreciate the generous pet policy allowing them to bring two pets per apartment and enjoy time with them outdoors in the fenced dog park. When you’re apartment hunting, make sure you include any pet deposit or additional rent payment into your budget. 


#10 Will my furniture fit?
The last thing you want to do is pay a deposit, schedule a move, terminate an old lease, and then realize your oversized sectional won’t fit in the living room. Luckily, The Pointe Hilliard offers spacious, open-concept units that accommodate most kinds of furniture. We even have two-story townhome units and apartments with an upstairs loft! 


Explore The Pointe - Hillard

At The Pointe Apartments - Hilliard, Ohio, you’ll find updated, modern units in a terrific location. This community offers apartment homes just minutes from I-270 for an easy commute to Columbus and luxury amenities to enjoy when your work week is over. Call our leasing office and schedule a tour today: 614-344-1817.


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Mar 13