Near Harwood Lane, Charlotte, NC 8 Apartments for Rent

You need to bear in mind that Charlotte is cold in the winter and hot in the summer, which means your electric bill might give you some sticker shock during those times of year. If you find an all utilities paid apartment, jump on it. If you have complete control over the temperature in your apartment, all the better.

If you have your heart set on finding an apartment to rent in Harwood Lane, keep in mind that only about 15 percent of the properties are rentals. What does this mean? It will probably take you longer to find one, unless you're lucky or have connections with a local landlord.

Get out there and look as soon as you have an idea of your proposed move-in date. Since rental apartments in Harwood are few and far-between, you need all the time you can get. Give yourself at least six weeks, but preferably more.

If you are self-employed, you might have trouble trying to use your bank statement as proof of income to a landlord. In a case like this, grab last year's income tax statement so you aren't laughed out the door. Other than that, you just need all the basics like rental history and credit report.

Since Harwood Lane is a neighborhood of Chicago, there isn't much to look for in terms of distinct areas. The Harwood Lane neighborhood of Charlotte is filled with mostly single-unit homes, dotted with some home rentals, here and there. Because it is outside of the city, your rent might be a little lower and you will probably feel safer here than you would near city center. On the other hand, you will probably spend more money on gas and more time in your car, commuting to and from work. You need to decide what's most important to you, a shorter commute with higher rent or a longer commute in a safer neighborhood. Weigh the pros and cons before you make any final decisions.

###Life in Harwood Lane

The percentage of drivers in the Harwood Lane neighborhood is higher than the rest of Charlotte. About 95 percent of Harwood Lane dwellers commute by car, while 89 percent of Charlotteans in other parts of the city drive to work. This is due to the fact that Harwood is on the northwestern edge of Charlotte. The average commute time is also higher in Harwood Lane, as it takes residents here about 35 minutes to commute, which is 10 minutes longer than it takes in other parts of Charlotte. There are a few different bus lines around Charlotte, but since Harwood is on the outskirts of the city, don't rely on the bus unless you check your schedule first.

There is always something to do in Charlotte! Charlotte is known for its fantastic festivals throughout the year, including the St. Patrick's Day Festival, City Fest Live in May, Oktoberfest Beer Festival and many others all year-round. With the NASCAR races right here at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, Charlotte Bobcats, Charlotte Checkers and don't forget the Carolina Panthers, no matter what type of sporting event you fancy, you will find it right here.

Blazing hot in the summer, frigid in the winter and temperate the rest of the year, Charlotte is the place for anyone who wants to live in a city that is within driving distance to Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Atlanta and other popular cities.