Life in the city can take it's toll on a weary renter. However, survival out in the boonies can be pretty rough, too. So, how about a city with a small-town lifestyle and all the culture and convenience of a metropolitan area? If this sounds like your cup of tea, then Tifton life is the way to go.
Tiftonians get treated to a laid-back Georgia lifestyle of sweet-southern accents, friendly attitudes, low living costs, and beautiful countryside surroundings
Life in the city can take it's toll on a weary renter. However, survival out in the boonies can be pretty rough, too. So, how about a city with a small-town lifestyle and all the culture and convenience of a metropolitan area? If this sounds like your cup of tea, then Tifton life is the way to go.
Tiftonians get treated to a laid-back Georgia lifestyle of sweet-southern accents, friendly attitudes, low living costs, and beautiful countryside surroundings. Although there are four college campuses here, the town is pretty tame and your new neighbors will be much more interested in family, football, and farm life than the standard blackout-drunk-frat-boy culture. And, you can easily find a grocery store, shopping mall, downtown eatery, or sports bar for all your metropolitan-convenience needs. The price tag isn't too bad either. With rentals ranging from about $300 to $800, finding cheap apartments, affordable rental homes, or a nice little mobile home park is plenty easy.
Around here, older flats, duplexes, fourplexes, and apartments in small buildings make for a rental market with a limited amount of amenities. There are no luxury apartment listings with fitness centers and spas. However, you can find a handful of places with convenience-oriented amenities such as parking, maintenance, and outdoor areas with tables, BBQ pits, and playgrounds. A couple of places come with a small swimming pool, and occasionally you will run across a rental with its own washer and dryer.
Life in the south isn't complete without your furry family members. Those bringing along the dog or cat will be happy to know that pet friendly apartments and other rental properties are easy to come by. However, fees and restrictions vary widely, so be sure to give your potential property a call for the exact pet policy.
Hunting for a new home online will provide renters with just a spoonful of options. However, if you're looking for a wider variety, then have a look at the local classifieds. Renters can also take a drive around town keeping an eye out for FOR RENT signs, especially after school lets out and the great college-kid-migration takes place.
Now you're ready to rent like a local Tiftonian. Best of luck on the home hunt!
-By Katy Comal