There are many things to consider if you are thinking about buying or renting an apartment. Much of what is important depends on the priorities of the individual person or family.
One of the most important things to take into consideration is the area an apartment is in. There are a number of reasons why you may have to live within a certain area. You will need to be within travelling distance of your job. Some are willing to commute to live in the area they like, whereas others want to be within a few minutes of work. Distance to family and friends may or may not be a priority.
Distance to amenities might also be a factor. This could depends on whether or not have a car and if not, on transport links. It might be important for you to be near the town centre or food shop. The elderly may consider being near the doctor important, while those with young children are more likely to prioritise with being near a school.
The type of area is also important. If possible you are likely to prefer an attractive area. Some prefer quiet areas while other prefer somewhere with lots happening.
As well as the factors regarding the area you will live in, the actual apartment itself is crucial. Size can be a major issue. A single person can get by with a relatively small one bedroom apartment. A family of four, however, will require somewhere larger, with maybe at least three bedrooms. Spare bedrooms with also be a consideration if you regularly have visitors. This is likely if you are moving a long distance from your family.
Outside space is something that is important to some but a non-factor to others. Some will prioritise with places with a garden, while others will be happy with a balcony. This may come down to a variety of factor. You may have children or a pet that will benefit from a garden. Many like to have a south facing garden so they get the sun in the evenings.
If renting the decoration of an apartment could be key as you may not have permission to redecorate to your own tastes. If you are buying an apartment that is in need of major repair then you will need to decide if you have the time and budget for this.
Some apartments, especially rented apartments, come furnished. For some this is a positive while for others it is a negative. If you have your own furniture you will want somewhere unfurnished, whereas if you do not then finding a furnished apartment will save you money.
Price is obviously an important consideration. Everyone has a budget. You need to look around for what you can find within this budget, and what is the best value for money.
The above are likely to be the main factors when choosing an apartment. There are other things you may want to consider though. You may require off-road parking or a garage. For some stairs may be an issue, while disabled people might have certain special requirements.
It is likely that you will need to compromise on certain issues depending on your budget. There is lots to consider and you need to decide what is most important to you.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Masahati is a real estate portal focused on Kuwait Apartments.
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