What Qualifies As an Efficiency Apartment?
Apartments come in all shapes and sizes, such as traditional one- and two-bedroom apartments, studio apartments and efficiency apartments. Efficiency apartments are the smallest variety. Their cozy size works well for single professionals and college students. These kinds of apartments are often cheaper to rent then traditional apartments and many come furnished.
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Definition of an Efficiency Apartment
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An efficiency apartment is a small apartment, much smaller then a traditional one-bedroom. An efficiency can come furnished or unfurnished. The style of the apartment varies, and may include exposed brick, hardwood floors or modern appliances. Efficiencies can also be basic with minimal details.
Size
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Efficiency apartments have a small square footage, typically ranging from 200 to 700 square feet. Thus, these apartments are a better fit for single individuals, college students, or busy professionals who do not have many belongings. Furnished efficiencies typically include a full-size bed, small sofa or love seat and small TV stand.
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Layout
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The layout for an efficiency apartment varies by building. However, most efficiencies are one room that doubles as a sleeping and a living space and a separate small bathroom. Some efficiency apartments may also have a separate kitchen nook, but the majority of these apartments place kitchen cabinets and appliances along one wall in the main room.
Amenities
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Amenities in an efficiency apartment may include kitchen appliances such as a dishwasher or refrigerator. Furnished efficiency apartments will come with basic furnishings, but do often include dishes, linens or electronics. Efficiencies in an apartment complex may have other amenities such as an on-site laundry room, gym, covered parking or pool.
Warnings
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Because it is small, an efficiency apartment may not be a good choice for a couple or an individual with a large pet. In addition, tenants who live in an efficiency must do their laundry off site as these apartments cannot hold a standard washer and dryer.
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