Abberly Village Apartment Homes

There are many reasons to consider renting an apartment in West Columbia, SC. If your are relocating for a job or relocating for retirement, South Carolina is a dream location, it is the perfect place to call home.
 
West Columbia is a city convenient to mountains and beaches, with perfect weather all year round and gardens are always in bloom. A historic city in the South, you can have an active lifestyle with an affordable cost of living and fun-loving southern atmosphere.

Nearby West Columbia is Fort Jackson, the largest and most active Initial Entry Training Center in the United States Army. Colleges and universities, such as the University of South Carolina, are in our neighborhood as well as fantastic restaurants and an exciting night life. Living in West Columbia you can relax all day and play all night.

For more information on our one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom floor plans, contact Abberly Village.

Rent is usually the biggest item in everyone’s budget. The average American renter spends about 35% of their gross income on rent and rent-related expenses. Fortunately, you don’t have to break the bank to keep a roof over your head in an apartment in West Columbia, SC. Here are some simple ways to save money when renting.

Have Roommates
A great way to save money on rent is to have a roommate. Find a couple roommates. Living with roommates is much cheaper than renting your own one bedroom apartment.

Inexpensive Decorating
Make your apartment feel like a home by decorating frugally. If you enjoy photography, take some pictures and use them as decorations around your apartment.

When you start the process of furnishing your apartment, reach out to family and friends who may be trying to get rid of their unwanted furniture. There is no reason to buy new furniture for your place when you can save money by taking advantage of other people’s unwanted treasures.

Share the Grocery Bill with Your Roommate
Invest in a membership to Sam’s Club or Costco, set up shopping days with your roommates, and buy in bulk and split the bill. Also, switch off cooking dinner every night. Cooking for two is less expensive than making one meal at a time.

Watch Your Utilities
Utilities can add up quickly and be a total budget drainer. When leaving a room, turn off the lights. Don’t leave the water running when you are brushing your teeth. Invest in energy efficient lighting. By making small changes to your utility usage, you can save big time.

Take Advantage of Apartment Facilities
Abberly Village has a beautiful gym onsite so use it and cancel your monthly gym membership! There is no need to spend money on outside facilities when you can use onsite apartment ammenities included in your rent.

Original article – US News Money