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In the olden days, the town of Mercedes, Texas, was home to the Toluca Ranch (still standing), which was a huge target for the legendary bandidos during the time of Pancho Villa. To keep its people and belongings safe, the ranch was built with some of the coolest and most complicated secret passageways, hidden rooms, and special heavy wooden shutters to keep people from climbing in the windows.
Mercedes' storied past extends far beyond its days of bandidos. It was also the location of the headquarters of General Zachary Taylor, which had convenient access via stagecoach and riverboat to Mercedes' Rabb Ranch. There's lots still going on in Mercedes, and the town is just as vibrant as it was back then (but also much calmer and safer). Incorporated in 1909, today about 15,570 people call Mercedes home. Geographically, Mercedes is nearly as far south as you can go in the giant state, meaning it's also a suburb or commuter town for the nearby big city, McAllen. Want to live somewhere that affords easy access to Mexico, rivers for water sports or travel, and also large interstates to get around the rest of Texas? Mercedes may be just your place. Grab your tank tops (the weather is hot) and pack your bag, because there are plenty of rental homes for you to choose from! See more
Parking can be at a premium in some cities where spaces are challenging to find. Some Mercedes apartments offer parking options, either outside in a common area or within a private garage.
Ask about the stipulations around the parking. Those may include how many guests are allowed and where tenants park.
Some apartments may only allow parking in front of your own unit. Guest parking may be in a common area for up to one person.
If parking is scarce, look around the area before you sign a lease. Ample street parking in a neighborhood championed for its safety is probably fine. However, it’s probably not worth signing a lease if it means battling for daily parking for you and your guests.
Research whether you need a city permit to park in the neighborhood. Look into the associated costs and what to do about visitors who need parking.
Some tenants prefer garage parking near their units. However, an open-air lot may prove cheaper.
Keep in mind that the cost of wear and tear from parking outside can add up. It may be less expensive, in the long run, to look for an apartment with garage parking.