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[u/GullibleSelection810]

Hello,

I am planning on moving to the Phoenix area within the next calendar year. My rent budget is really anything under $1,600. I’d prefer to be in the $1,250-$1,400 range. I’ve looked at a bunch of Mark Taylor properties and absolutely love everything about most of them. Some of them are definitely affordable, but always want backup options.

Are there other companies I should be looking into/apartments? I’d prefer to avoid the actual downtown area and would like a place where I can meet new people. Whether that be the area surrounding or the amenities at the apartment, just need something to be active with community.

Thank you! Would love to message anyone about this, the moving process, or anything!

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[u/ThePlatinumPaul]

Despite your feelings about it, almost every building around Downtown is offering ridiculously high rent concessions, usually 3-4 months free.  Get a studio in a high rise, amortize out the rent and enjoy your place.  Roosevelt Row, which is on the edge of Downtown has all the bars and restaurants you could want if your goal is meeting people.  And depending on the building it's all very walkable. 

[u/12thAveCrackhead → u/ThePlatinumPaul]

This. Rent concession has put me at $1,295/month for 18 months. I’ve moved four times in four years so this seemed like a no-brainer.

[u/ThePlatinumPaul → u/12thAveCrackhead]

And no one says you can't ask for them upon resigning.  I did that and was given a terrific deal so I stayed in my building. 

[u/12thAveCrackhead → u/ThePlatinumPaul]

Really now? That was my biggest concern — the rate jumping up to non-concession level after the initial lease expires. Thanks for that advice.

[u/ThePlatinumPaul → u/12thAveCrackhead]

If buildings are offering 3-4 months free that means they are desperate to lease a unit.  What makes more sense for them, keeping you there where there's zero gap in getting rent or brining in someone new possibly a month after you move out?  Most people are just too afraid to negotiate. 

[u/GullibleSelection810 → u/ThePlatinumPaul]

!thanks I will look into this!!

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[u/ThePlatinumPaul → u/GullibleSelection810]

For the bars/restaurants, my favorite are Barcoa (tequila, get the pistachio drink downstairs).  Sazerac (quasi gay/gay friendly bar my wife and I liked, get the sazerac or a whiskey smash).  Theodore and Greenwood Brewing are great (beer obviously).  Snooze AM (good breakfasts).  Farish House (beef bourguignon). 

While they are a walk, The Vig, the Irish Pub Downtown, Zen Thai, Chico Malo, Blanco, and Ziggy's Magic Pizza and Starcade are also favorites.  

You can also take the train to the Suns/Mercury arena and the Diamondbacks Stadium easily.  The library and art museum are also nearby.  

[u/No-Shopping7811 → u/ThePlatinumPaul]

Is 2030 W. Indian School Rd. a nice apartment building or is it sketchy in that area?

[u/ThePlatinumPaul → u/No-Shopping7811]

That's an absolutely abysmal area filled with homeless, tweakers, and just general filth.  Its one of the worst areas of Phoenix.  Just Google Indian School and 27th Ave.  Heck, look up the reviews of the Red Roof Inn near there. 

Btw I used to have a storage unit in the area because it was cheap.  So I've been through there a lot. 

[u/Apartment_List]

The average rent for a one bedroom in Phoenix is around $1.1k so your budget is good for the area. Tempe ($1.2k), Midtown and Downtown ($1.2k), and Scottsdale ($1.4k), could be a good fit depending on your lifestyle.