As a prospective renter you have many issues to consider when choosing a rental home or apartment. The age of the rental, proximity to shopping and monthly rent payment all play a part in your decision.
Here's another issue to consider: the quality of your landlord. This web site is devoted to helping you find a quality rental property owned by a quality landlord. Within these web pages you can "get to know" your landlord BEFORE you rent. You will also find tools to help you get the rental you put your best foot forward when applying for a rental property.