Relocating in about two years (Greenville, Spartanburg: apartment complex, renters, lofts)

[LynchburgLover]

We are looking to relocate to the Spartanburg area -- possibly Converse Heights -- and want to rent for about a year prior. Which apartment complexes would you suggest -- close to downtown, secure builting/parking, probably 2 bed or one with den for under $2000 month? Thanks so much!

[Carolina Knight]

I am glad you are interested in Spartanburg.

I wonder if Church Street Lofts (275 South Church Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306-3417) would be suitable. The Schuyler Building underwent significant improvements to create 88 studio and one bedroom apartments. ("Schuyler Building, Spartanburg, South Carolina.")

[LynchburgLover]

Thanks, Carolina Knight! I'll look into those. Our biggest concern is safety. We'll put most of our things in storage so a small place is fine.

From my research, we like Spartanburg. We're not looking for explosive growth but a lively downtown would be great.

[drfranklin]

What about downtown Greenville?

I really like Spartanburg (used to work near downtown Spartanburg) - but, DT Greenville offers much better shopping/restaurants (IMO, and if that's important to you) - with your budget, you could most likely obtain something walkable.

[Carolina Knight]

Originally Posted by LynchburgLover

Thanks, Carolina Knight! I'll look into those. Our biggest concern is safety. We'll put most of our things in storage so a small place is fine.

From my research, we like Spartanburg. We're not looking for explosive growth but a lively downtown would be great.

There have been rough areas off South Church Street south of Church Street Lofts. Church Street Lofts is in a good location to be in a safe area.

Drayton Mills Lofts is another apartment complex being converted from Drayton Mill in the Drayton community. ("Drayton Mill Lofts, Spartanburg, South Carolina.")

[LynchburgLover]

Originally Posted by drfranklin

What about downtown Greenville?

I really like Spartanburg (used to work near downtown Spartanburg) - but, DT Greenville offers much better shopping/restaurants (IMO, and if that's important to you) - with your budget, you could most likely obtain something walkable.

We are still looking at Greenville but after some years in Northern Virginia, we are hesitant to get back into a booming community. Traffic, construction, rising taxes etc. Spartanburg seems a bit slower pace. Our son is in between the two cities and we investigate with every visit.

[LynchburgLover]

Originally Posted by Carolina Knight

There have been rough areas off South Church Street south of Church Street Lofts. Church Street Lofts is in a good location to be in a safe area.

Drayton Mills Lofts is another apartment complex being converted from Drayton Mill in the Drayton community. ("Drayton Mill Lofts, Spartanburg, South Carolina.")

I also looked at the others -- one mentions "w/d hookups". Is is common for renters to bring their own appliances? We're retired so w/d in the unit is very important. Thanks for your suggestions. Next time we're down for a visit, we'll be sure to put these on the list of places to check.

[Carolina Knight]

Originally Posted by LynchburgLover

I also looked at the others -- one mentions "w/d hookups". Is is common for renters to bring their own appliances? We're retired so w/d in the unit is very important. Thanks for your suggestions. Next time we're down for a visit, we'll be sure to put these on the list of places to check.

I would assume hookups mean they do not come with appliances. That should be less cost to maintain less appliances.

[beckycat]

I can't give any insight about Spartanburg but welcome to the area and good luck

[LynchburgLover]

Originally Posted by Carolina Knight

I would assume hookups mean they do not come with appliances. That should be less cost to maintain less appliances.

Interesting . . . don't think I've ever heard of a rental bringing appliances. But your supposition makes sense.

Thanks!