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Any comments on the following apartment complexes? I haven't visited any of them yet, but based on an internet search they looked interesting. Any first or secondhand experience is appreciated! Sabine Street Lofts Post Midtown Square 1200 Post Oak Lofts at the Ballpark Calais at Cortland Square Gables Augustane Verandah at Meyerland Memorial Towers Post Rice Humble Tower The River Oaks Gables Upper Kirby

Thanks for all your great replies! I really appreciate it. I am still snooping around on the internet but I am sure that I will have a ton of questions after a bit. Thanks again!

Hi, It looks like there is a good chance I will be moving to Houston soon from the NYC area. I am planning on renting an apartment for at least 6 months before I buy anything and had a couple of questions... I will be working downtown, so I am planning on living inside the loop. How firm/soft is the apartment market these days? I had heard that Katrina victims had absorbed a good portion of the available apartments. Is this true? I will be looking at "higher end" apartments if that matters (compared to NYC Houston prices are amazing!). If I see an apartment on the internet or in an apartment guide listed for 1500, how likely is it that they will be willing to take less, say 1350? How easy is it to get a 6 month lease? Are there any areas or complexes that I should stay away from? Anything in general I should know about Houston housing? I am really looking forward to moving to Houston, and I appreciate any advice anyone is willing to give! Thanks, BD