We live in Europe where apartment living is common.
At the moment we are in a house - it’s ok but a bit old fashioned and bits of it are starting to annoy us. The layout doesn’t really work and the things that were charming are now just frustrating... It’s detached with no overlooking neighbors, driveway, double garage and garden (which requires a lot of upkeep).
We have the chance to move to brand new apartment (still being built) on a complex of 11 new buildings. It’s the only flat on the top floor (so the penthouse I guess!) and we’d gave similar floor space as now. No garden, but a huge terrace, better overall layout. And a bit cheaper than we pay now.
Aside from being a bit nervy about it being a brand new build, we are a bit concerned about the transition from being in a relatively secluded house to being in a complex of 150 other flats.
We have struggled to meet people a bit here so it could be a bit more sociable. We have lived in flats before in the UK but not for many years. Will we miss opening the front door and walking outside? Will getting tyevluftbup and down get old quickly? Will we miss our garden despite it being hard work? Will we hate bumping into neighbors all the time? Will it be nice or irritating to be part of a community within the complex?
Not sure what I’m asking for really, but has anyone else gone from a house to an apartment? Would love to hear your experience if so!