Moving In Together: Are 1 Bedroom Apartments Right For You?

Are you and your boyfriend, girlfriend, or partner thinking of moving in together? Have you decided to take that leap of faith and move off campus? If you answered yes to these questions, then it is time that you started thinking about the pros and cons of moving into 1 bedroom apartments.

Why Couples Choose 1 Bedroom Apartments

There are many reasons why a couple might choose 1 bedroom apartments when they first decide to move-in together.

1. They want to reduce rent and save money.
2. They think that a 1 bedroom apartment will provide them with ample space.
3. They have just come out of living in a single dormitory room; so, a 1 bedroom apartment seems like a mansion.
4. They like the layout.
5. They love the amenities of the apartment building.

With these benefits in mind, you will want to remember that 1 bedroom apartments aren’t for every couple. When you only have 1 bedroom you are forced to share your space like never before. Maybe you like to throw your clothes hodge-podge across the room, but perhaps your partner likes to neatly fold clothes so that the room doesn’t become cluttered. These two styles will need to be resolved, if you are going to comfortably share a 1 bedroom apartment.

Another factor to consider is that 1 bedroom apartments often come with only 1 bathroom. Take a good, long look at the bathroom habits of you and your partner. Do you both take long showers? Do you both need extra time to get ready? What about products … do you have so many products that you both will need extra storage space? These types of questions will help you to better determine if a 1 bedroom apartment is right for you and your partner.

Tips for Couples Looking at 1 Bedroom Apartments

All of this being said, the only true way to determine if 1 bedroom apartments are going to be right for you and your partner is to go out and see the various options. Keep the following apartment renting tips in mind:

1. Feel out the space. Can you imagine two people living in the apartment or is it built for one?
2. Look at the closets.
3. See if the bathroom and kitchen will meet your needs.
4. Ask your partner to stand in the living room, while you close the bedroom door. If need be, does it feel like you can still have privacy while your partner is in the other room?
5. Compare the floor plans. Make sure that your chosen floor plan has an ample amount of usable space.

Remember choosing whether you and your partner want to live in a 1 bedroom apartment should be a team effort. Work together, and communicate openly about your apartment likes and dislikes. When you are ready to visit beautiful and spacious 1 bedroom apartments, contact a member of The Standard at Knoxville’s leasing team. The Standard at Knoxville features stunning community amenities, furnished 1 bedroom apartments, and multiple bedroom options that will help you decide what floor plan is right for you and your partner.