There are lots of perks to apartment living - it's relatively low-maintenance, convenient and secure - so it's not surprising that this compact habitat is becoming a popular choice for more and more Australians. But with less space comes new challenges - like how to fit everything in or where to park your car if you're apartment doesn't come with a car space. And, space isn't the only thing you have to sacrifice. Chances of owning a pet in an apartment are low and you'll also have to live without a backyard (for some, this can be a blessing!).
But less space doesn't have to mean compromising on quality of living. Thanks to clever small space living solutions and the rise of the sharing economy, you really can have the best of everything. Here are some easy ways to get more out of apartment living.
1. RENT EXTRA STORAGE SPACE
Just because your place has limited storage, doesn't mean you have to throw away the things that don't fit in your cupboards. Jump onto Spacer.com.au and find someone with a spare attic, garage or cupboard and store it there instead. If that's not practical for you, check out these creative storage solutions for small spaces….
2. NO CAR SPACE? NO WORRIES!
If you've managed to score a pad in a sweet location, chances are you won't actually need a car too often. For those times you do need wheels however, they're only a tap away. For cheaper ride sharing, try Taxify; to share your neighbours' car, try Car Next Door; and to deliver something, get onto Zoom2u. If you have a car space you don't need to can make some extra cash by renting it out with Parkhound.
3. RENT A PET
Who said pets are for life? If you're not allowed pets in your apartment, but you crave animal affection, check out Mad Paws, Australia's largest online pet sitting community. Become a registered sitter and get paid to take a neighbour's dog for a walk, or stay at someone's home while they are travelling and satisfy your craving for puppy/cat/bunny love.
4. FIND YOUR OWN BACKYARD
Who needs a quarter acre patch of grass when the whole of Australia can be your backyard? For the times you're craving wide open spaces, hop onto Camplify, rent one of the many caravans or RVs on offer and hit the road with your accommodation already sorted. It's likely the people you rent it from will have a bunch of tips for your trip too!
If it's gardening you're into, track down your local community garden via Facebook or a quick Google search. Community gardens utilise either individual or shared plots on private or public land to provide a communal patch where members of the community can come to grow produce and share gardening knowledge.
5. INVEST IN UP-TO-DATE TECH
Not only is the latest tech sleeker and more compact than its yester-year counterparts, it can help enhance your quality of living too. If you shop smart, it doesn't need to break the bank with sites such as Catch.com.au offering discounts on apartment living must-haves, such as Google Home and Dyson's V6 Slim Handstick Vacuum, year round.
6. MINIMISE YOUR WARDROBE
Gone are the days of dozens of dresses you only wore once cluttering your wardrobe. Now you can rent an outfit for that special occasion, saving you money and saving on storage as well! For a trusted rental source, check out The Volte, WA's top Sharing Economy Business of The Year, as awarded by The Sharing Hub.
7. GET ORGANISED!
Whether it's finding smart storage solutions, chucking out unneeded stuff, or forcing yourself to get better at being tidy, having a clean and organised home is so important when space is limited. If you're someone who just can't seem to keep on top of their belongings, grab a Bluetooth tracker, like Tile, so you can find them quickly and easily.
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