Compares apartments in austin to duplexes in Austin.

Apartments in Austin vs Duplexes

They're are advantages and disadvantages to both styles of living. Some people will simply not live in an apartment. Other people can not or will not pay all the deposits. Everyone's needs are unique. There are many things offered by apartments that you cant find in a duplex in Austin and vice versa.

Austin Apartment Positives:

Mostly maintenance free

Much lower move in and good incentives (specials)

Less expensive rent (that is starting to change)

Often newer and nicer, more contemporary

Many more amenities pools, Jacuzzis, resident parties, etc

Lower utility bills

Pet friendly

Have 1 bedrooms

Flexible lease terms

Austin Apartment Negatives:

No yard

No garage (many have garages... they are extra)

Neighbors on top of you, the crazy ones... not the nice ones

Harder to qualify

Not exactly a home

Duplexes in Austin Positives:

Yard (that's huge)

Garage (that's huge)

Storage

Privacy

"Can" be easier to qualify in

Homey

Duplexes in Austin Negatives:

Expensive to move in...high deposits, usually no specials

Higher utility bills, older HVAC

Higher pet deposits

If not professionally managed...be afraid ...very afraid!

12 month leases usually required

0 amenities

So now you know...think about it and call me at 512-914-9221.

All duplexes, town homes and houses are located north. Metric, Parmer, Wells Branch, Far west, Duval and the Arboretum areas only. There is a $35 application fee (non-refundable) and the deposits will vary. They require okay credit, good rental and especially income. They may work with issues that are older. Get your free credit report, then see more information on these areas, and more information on what landlords look for.