Can a very social apartment make a quieter Houston neighborhood work for an Aggie grad?

Quick answer

Yes. Grant distinguishes neighborhood social life from property-enabled social life. A quieter area such as Upper Kirby or a more polished pocket can become much more attractive if the apartment itself has strong resident events, active common areas, coworking and a resident culture that creates repeated interaction. The property can partially offset a quieter neighborhood, although it cannot change the commute or everything outside the building.

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