Flowood, MS 160 Apartments for Rent

Unlike many Mississippi towns and cities with histories predating the Civil War, Flowood's past starts in the retro year of 1953 when it incorporated as a town. Despite occasional incursions by flood waters, the area continued to grow and prosper so that by 1990, it became a full-fledged city. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, 7,823 people live here.

For all of its small-city size, Flowood boasts large metropolitan perks when it comes to health care. It serves the entire region with no less than five major medical resources and many other smaller practices. For example, River Oaks Hospital is often ranked among the top 10 percent in the country in surgical care for joint replacement. This commitment to health along with ample recreational facilities and lots of shopping adds to the cachet of living here.

Moving to Flowood

It's easy enough to find out about the rental apartments in Flowood by doing a Google search and visiting the websites of the complexes. You can increase your chances of finding a great place by checking out the rental policies of your future abode. If they aren't available online, a message to the site's email address will put such information in your inbox.

You will need the typical renter's kit, which includes proof of employment, rental history and most likely a deposit worth a month's rent, along with first and last month's rent down. Any extras such as a furry friend will be on a case by case basis, and almost always requires an additional pet deposit. And as with most things nowadays, landlords require solid references and good credit to make it to the final rounds. Be prepared and have all of your documents with you and be ready to write a check on the spot--after all, there's nothing worse than stumbling upon your dream rental property and having it snatched out from under you because you weren't prepared!

The differences among policies can vary. All potential landlords just want the best tenants, so they follow time-tested policies for separating the wheat from the chaff. They typically start with your income: you need to make at least three times the amount of rent per month. Then they check your credit history. The better it is, then the more likely it is you'd be welcomed as a resident.

Neighborhoods in Flowood

Single-family residences predominate in both of Flowood's neighborhoods but you can also usually find such rentals as apartments, town houses and mobile homes.

City Center: Although this neighborhood is much bigger than the other one, Luckney, it contains fewer people because large portions of it consist of conservation land. Many of the businesses line Routes 25 and 18. The western side traces the Pearl River and the northern border lines the Ross R. Barnett Reservoir. It shouldn't be a shock to know that city hall and other government offices are in this hood. Over two-third of the properties here were built from 1970 to 1999.

Lakeland East Apartments: If you're into medicine, then these apartments for rent are close to The Women's and River Oaks Hospitals as well as other healthcare facilities. Floor plans start with one bedroom and one bath at 711 square feet and go up to 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in 1,158 square feet. Units include washers and dryers or connections for the same, patios or balconies, and first-class kitchens with a full range of appliances. You can relax in the sundeck off the community pool, play a set on the tennis courts, or catch up on work through the business center at the clubhouse.

Luckney: No rivers, bays or creeks touch this neighborhood. But you can still enjoy water with the ponds scattered throughout the area. Most homes here are from the 21st century, although you'll find fewer apartment complexes here. You might have more luck looking for a single-family home as your rental property. If you prefer living in something new, most of the properties here are from the 21st century.

Cambridge Apartment Homes: If you take care of a pet, then the rental homes in this apartment community welcomes you with open arms. However, you need to pay a one-time fee and a deposit. Other amenities include a pool, a clubhouse and 24-hour emergency on-call service. Units have ceiling fans to encourage summer breezes, patios or balconies to enjoy the Southern sun. Models range from 2 bedrooms and 2 baths to 3 bedrooms and 2 baths.

Living in Flowood

Shopping is number one in the city because you can choose from over a dozen opportunities. The Dogwood Festival Market has over 60 stores including Best Buy and Stein Mart. And Magnolia Market, anchored by Pet Smart and Ross Dress for Less, is right across the street from Harmony Oaks, a residential redevelopment site.

For indoor diversion, try the Remote Control Indoor Park, which can rent you a remote-controlled car (or bring your own) so you can test your skills on a track measuring 125 feet wide and 100 feet deep. Relax your mind with a bit of reading at the Flowood Library, which features 25,000 square feet of books and meeting rooms.

Take a break from spending by visiting one of a half-dozen or so recreational facilities. Flowood Liberty Park encourages baseball and soccer on its fields, Crystal Lake can bring out the boater and angler in you, and the Nature Park contains 40 acres of lake, mature hardwood forest, and paved walking trail.