The American dream used to come standard with the vision of owning a home, sometimes with the stereotypical white picket fence. But when home ownership isn’t practical or possible, is it better to rent a house or an apartment? If you are in the position to consider either leasing a house or renting an apartment, this article is for you. Below, we compare leasing a house vs. renting an apartment and explore the benefits of home leasing at Harvest by Hillwood, our thoughtfully designed, amenity-rich community in Argyle, Texas. Here’s a closer look at the differences between renting apartments and leasing build-to-rent (BTR) homes to help you decide which option best suits your needs.
Buying a house is all about your family and how you want to live. If you’re puzzled about whether you should focus on selecting the right neighborhood or on finding a particular home that you love, understand that finding the perfect house starts with understanding your needs. And who says you have to choose between the home of your dreams and a fantastic neighborhood, anyway? At Harvest, you don’t have to!
While market conditions may have made it challenging for some homebuyers to purchase property, that hasn’t stopped many of them from starting families and settling down. According to Statista, “In 2021, there were approximately 44 million housing units occupied by renters in the United States. This number has been gradually increasing since 2010 and is part of a long-term upward swing since 1975.”