Why I Hate My New DALLAS Apartment! From a Recent Texas Aggie Grad – Howdy y’all,
I just graduated from Texas A&M and made the big move to Dallas. Like a lot of us fresh grads, I was excited to find my own place, start a new job, and live in the city. But let me tell you… the apartment hunt didn’t go as planned. And now, a few months in, I can officially say: I hate my new Dallas apartment.
Here’s why:
1. The Price Doesn’t Match the Quality
When I toured, the leasing agent made everything sound like I was getting luxury living at a “great deal.” But the reality? Peeling paint, cheap appliances, and walls so thin I can hear my neighbor sneeze. For the rent I’m paying, I expected way more. Dallas rent isn’t cheap, especially for grads just starting out, so it stings when the value isn’t there.
2. The “Surprise” Fees
I budgeted for rent, but didn’t expect so many extra charges—trash valet, parking, pest control, “amenity fees” (that I don’t even use). They add up FAST. My rent ends up being way higher than I thought when I signed my lease.
3. Safety Concerns
I didn’t realize how sketchy the area was until I moved in. The complex looked nice on the tour, but once I started living here, I saw break-ins, broken gates, and poor lighting in the parking lot. As a new grad trying to settle in, it makes me uneasy every night coming home.
4. The Commute Nightmare
On paper, my apartment seemed “close” to work. But Dallas traffic is no joke, and it turns out I’m stuck on clogged highways way longer than expected. Aggies—we need to factor in REAL drive times, not what Google Maps shows at 11 p.m.
5. The Leasing Office Game
When I have issues—like maintenance requests or questions about fees—the leasing office acts friendly but never follows through. I’ve waited weeks for simple repairs, and half the time they just stop responding.
What I Learned (and What I’d Tell Other Aggies)
Do more than one tour—visit the complex at night and on weekends to see the “real vibe.”
Read reviews online, especially recent ones. They’re usually more honest than the leasing pitch.
Ask about every fee upfront so you don’t get blindsided.
Think safety first. Don’t just focus on how the apartment looks.
Moving to Dallas as a new Aggie grad is exciting, but don’t let that excitement blind you to red flags like I did. I wish I had slowed down, asked tougher questions, and been more realistic about what I was getting for my money.
So now I’m counting down the days until my lease ends. Lesson learned the hard way—but maybe my story can help a fellow Aggie avoid the same mistake.
👍 If you’re an Aggie grad moving to Dallas, share your apartment hunting wins (or horror stories) below—I wish someone had warned me!
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