Locally Owned Company Offers Wide Variety of Rentals in Athens
Searching for off-campus Ohio University housing doesn’t have be a stressful process. Make it easy on yourself by looking at Krause Rental Properties’ Athens, Ohio rentals, as well as some rentals near OSU in Columbus. Search the properties on our website and then make an appointment to see your favorites in person. We have apartments, houses and condos of all sizes located near Ohio University and throughout the Athens area and beyond. At locally owned and operated Krause Rental Properties, we aim to make your living experience as carefree and hassle free as possible. We make it easy by offering online rent payment and maintenance requests. During the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, we offer as many of our services as possible online, so you can avoid unnecessary personal contact.
Plenty of Rental Options Just a Click Away
Finding your ideal rental housing in Athens can be a daunting challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. We’ve got an extensive listing of rental opportunities in Athens and the surrounding area, all just a click away. Browse on your couch and find the perfect fit. Then give us a call and schedule a visit to see it in person. We feature a user-friendly website where everything you need can be found online. Find an ideal house or apartment to rent in Athens Ohio, then pay the rent or schedule a repair, all from the same site, right from your computer. We’re competitively priced, local, and we have an excellent reputation. Let us find you the perfect quality rental in just a few clicks. It’s as simple as that. From the same website, if you’re looking to rent an apartment close to the Ohio State campus in Columbus, Krause has a number of quality choices.
We Have Athens, Ohio Rental Properties Available in Desirable Locations
Our rentals cover the spectrum from house to apartment to condo. With everything from one to five bedrooms, you’re sure to find something in the right size, location and style to suit your needs. We offer rentals in Athens, Ohio near the Ohio University campus and the excitement of uptown, as well as rentals tucked away in quiet neighborhoods and condos offering pools and bus service to and from campus. We aim to please everyone from OU students to professionals and local residents alike. Check out our properties and see what we’re talking about. Our quality rentals in Athens or Columbus are reasonably priced and well maintained.
Renting in Athens Ohio? Pros and Cons, Apartments or Houses
When considering Athens Ohio off campus housing, you may be wavering between renting an apartment or a house. Both alternatives offer pluses and minuses. And you might be willing to consider either option if other overriding factors come into play such as location or price. Try making a list with two columns so you can study the positives and negatives of a house or apartment dwelling, then sleep on it before you decide.
Apartments
When you rent an apartment, you should have quick access to a landlord or property manager, particularly if he or she lives onsite. In the Athens area, apartments often are located in smaller buildings so you’re not likely to have to deal with a lot of other tenants coming and going. This is a good thing during these days of COVID and social distancing.
On the other hand, in most apartment buildings, you’ll have to share space with other tenants in common areas such as the laundry room and mail area. If you opt for a building with many units, there’s a greater chance you’ll encounter noise issues. When you look at a prospective apartment, make sure hallways, entryways and trash areas are not neglected. You may also want to find a building with a secure entryway.
Houses
Living in a house generally will afford you and your roommates more space than a typical apartment. The more of you there are, the cheaper you can live. If you or your friends are pet owners, you’ll probably have a better chance of finding a house that allows furry friends than an apartment. Additionally, with a shared house, you’ll likely enjoy private amenities, such as your own washer/dryer on premises.
The downside of renting a house is that they can require more maintenance than an apartment, such as keeping up the yard. They can also be less secure than an apartment. In the Athens area, many of the rental houses are several decades old and show it. And while renting a house can be a cheaper option than an apartment if you have several roommates, the nicer the house, the more rent will cost. Plus, the more people you have renting, the more you’ll have to share the bathrooms, fridge space and other areas. With several housemates, there’s also less control over the others’ behavior, which can cost you down the road when it’s time to get your deposit back.
The good news is that Krause Rental Properties has a wide variety of Athens Ohio apartments and houses from which to choose. Please check out our many options on our easy-to-use full-service website. And don’t forget, Krause also has an attractive selection of apartments in Columbus within a short walk of the Ohio State campus.