Fishing for auto and rental insurance, apts and moving (Cincinnati: apartment complexes, renter)

[learn24]

Hello all,

I am about to accept a job offer at Cincinnati. I will be moving from MKE. I have been a renter for a long time and will continue to be a renter for few more years. I am single, but my parents plan to visit me often -so looking for a 2 BR apt to rent around Sharonville or Blue Ash area.

I would like to know what's the
- Best auto insurance.
- Best rental insurance.
- Best car service shops (have Honda accord).

Below are responses to questionnaire.

Thank you.

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Have you searched this forum for answers to your questions before posting a new inquiry?
YES

. What specific topic have you not found answers to?
AUTO and RENTAL insurance

. Where is you current location and environment?
Suburbs of Milwaukee, far from downtown - very close to work.

. Are you looking for similar in Cincinnati or a change?
Similar. Prefer to stay close to work.

. Where will your work location be?
Blue Ash

. Maximum commute time desired?
15-20 mins max.

. What is you budget for housing?
$1150 max for 2 BR, 2 BA ~1100 Sqft

. Rent or buy?
Rent

. Type (Apt., Condo, Single Family)
Apt

. Size (Approx. Sq. Ft., # Bedrooms & Baths)
2 BR, 2 BA ~1100 Sqft

. Other specifics?
Pay rent with credit card with no fee.

. Neighborhood environment?
Away from nightlife. Quiet. Should be good for walking, trails etc.

. Urban, young professional, nightlife
Not really. But away from students

. Mid-urban, close in neighborhood or suburb, stable investment
Stable and safe neighborhood. Close to work.

. Suburban, low maintenance, quiet streets, soccer mom atmosphere
No soccer. Low maintenance, safe and quiet neighborhood.

. Family oriented
Yes

. Lots of same age kids, activities
No kids. So N/A

. Great schools
No kids, so N/A

. Older, distinctive architecture, individual character
Optional

. Modern, 15 yrs old or less, move-in ready
No preference

. Diversity of income, race, housing?
Decent. No preference.

. Yard - none, small, large (1/2 acre or more)
None

. Very safe, low crime area?
Yes

. Can tolerate some degree of crime potential? How Much?
No.

. Private neighborhood association, swimming & fitness facilities
No preference

. Schools?
Not applicable

. High Ranked Public schools
Not applicable

Small or large district?
. Diverse student body?
. Strong athletics?
. Consider Private schools?
. Special considerations?
Not applicable

. Community amenities?
Good parking spots

. Daily needs within walking distance, shopping, restaurants, parks, etc.
Just to get groceries done. Not interested in restaurants, parks etc.

. Town/city community center for adults & kids
M parents will visit me. Not much for kids.

. Swimming, fitness center, running track, adult activities
Yes

. Nearby fitness centers & clubs
Yes, but optional

. Close promity to public transportation?
Yes, but optional

. Lots of parks & youth athletic leagues
Optional

. Jogging & biking trails
Preferable

. Other?

. Specific wants/desires?

I would like to know what's the
- Best auto insurance.
- Best rental insurance.
- Best car service shops (have Honda accord).

. Please identify any specific wants/desires not mentioned above.

[learn24]

Anyone??

[Wilson513]

Relax. You post has been up for 5 hours.

Your post is confusing. Are you looking for apartment complexes in Sharonville or recommendations about insurance companies and car service?

First, the insurance question is silly. Insurance is regulated in Ohio. All of the companies are the same. Its all about rates. Call State Farm, call All Snake, call AAA.

Car repair in Sharonville is Ecua Motors. 533-1626

Find your apartment on CL.

[learn24]

OK. Thank you. Sorry if it came across as pushy.

I was primarily looking for apts. I will check on CL. I am looking around Sharonville or Blue ash areas...

[Wilson513]

Originally Posted by learn24

OK. Thank you. Sorry if it came across as pushy.

I was primarily looking for apts. I will check on CL. I am looking around Sharonville or Blue ash areas...

I think Blue Ash is nicer than Sharonville.

[Misfit Toy]

With Sharonville, your mileage may vary. You're better off finding a place in Blue Ash. Not sure if there's a rental to be had for the price you listed, since Blue Ash is a nice area, but it's worth a try. Good luck.

[SWOH]

Welcome back!

Given your criteria of wanting something that is very suburban, I'd go for Landen.
Maybe give Milford a look too (downtown Milford has great apts right on the Little Miami trail) or other places in Mason, but if you want an apartment in a suburban area with decent walking/biking trails and a short, straightforward commute to Blue Ash, Landen makes the most sense IMO.
But if you do want to be really close to work and are willing to go with a 1br, Hills Properties is building a nice new apt complex in downtown Blue Ash that might be worth looking into.

If you are wanting to save some money and are willing to add about 5 extra minutes to your commute, Greenhills is really cool, surrounded by Winton Woods, and would be a good pick too. You can't beat the trails there.

Good luck!

[NorwegianCat]

Mason/Deerfield Twp/Montgomery/Blue Ash. These are all great areas near your work local. I consider Sharonville a little more "Blue Collar" than these other communities, but its not a terrible place to live.

[learn24]

Thanks all for the responses.

Yes, I am hunting for 2 BR 2 BA townhomes or apt rental units. One thing I noticed is that not many apts have W/D included within the unit. They certainly have the hookups but requires renting. I haven't heard of this before. Also, the credit checks are a hardpull in most properties. I thought it is going to be a soft pull though...

I am also observing that older apts are reasonable (~$1100) while the newer ones are on high end. I primarily would like to check out apts close to Blue ash. So far, I looked at
- Altitude blue ash (looks good, but pricey and bad reviews).
- Mccauly crossway (looks good)
- Few apts in Montgomery, Mason and Loveland.

I will keep looking. If there's anything that comes to mind, please let me know.

Thank you.