When looking for a new place to live, one of the main factors for most people is price. By definition, luxury apartments offer certain features and amenities that may cost a bit more money than a standard apartment. But the benefits they add to your life through style, community enjoyment, social events, and convenience can…
From concerts to carnivals to – of course – fireworks, the Columbus area has all your Fourth of July celebration bases covered. Central Ohio gets its money’s worth on Independence Day festivities, with events beginning as early as June 30. Here is a look at the biggest and best ways to celebrate the adoption of…
The arrival of summer means windows-down road trips and vacations to sun-drenched beaches. But before you hit the road or board the plane, don’t forget to get your apartment ready for its vacation from tenants. Inform Apartment Manager And Neighbors Tell your manager how long you’ll be out of town and the best way of…
If you’re looking for a small town with big-city amenities, you’ve found it in Hilliard. A suburb on the northwest side of Columbus, Hilliard is less than 20 minutes from downtown, the airport and some of the area’s biggest attractions. This city of 30,000 people offers plenty of shopping, restaurants and recreational areas on its…
Moving to a new apartment complex can be intimidating, especially if you’re moving to a new city and don’t know anyone. Our staff has put together a list of ways you can meet new people at any Preferred Living community so you can feel more at home. Attend one of our socials Preferred Living communities…
Columbus is home to a number of great attractions, including some of the best parks in central Ohio. The staff at Preferred Living has put together a list of its five favorite parks that you can checkout and enjoy: Scioto Mile This park features more than 145 acres of parkland and stretches from the Arena District…
Like to eat out but feeling the pinch of those little splurges? Grilling is a great way to spend less on dinner or entertaining, and you've got the facilities right here at your Preferred Living community. Here are a few tips to make grilling a budget-friendly habit. Get creative with familiar foods Refresh your…
Sometimes, a great opportunity can be hidden in plain sight. For residents of Taylor House and Madison Park, that hidden gem could be Griggs Reservoir Park, a nature preserve with boating, disc golf, hiking, and picnicking opportunities. Located just ten minutes from these Preferred Living communities, Griggs Reservoir Park has several parking areas along Riverside…
If you can't wait for the summer barbecue season, relief could be just a few steps away. Hoggy's Restaurant, at 830 Bethel Rd., features premium applewood slow-smoked barbecue, plus a wide variety of your favorites. Claiming "With a name like Hoggy's nobody leaves hungry!" the menu features barbecue ribs, pulled pork, chicken and pork…
Looking for something different in a restaurant? Head to the Tea Zone. This interesting bakery/cafe/restaurant/tea shop is just a short walk away from Taylor House near Gallo's Tap Room and Micro Center. The owners are a Korean couple who settled in the Columbus area and opened the Tea Zone in 2007. The varied menu…
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