Everyone has different expectations of their living space. Some simply want a place to call home and rest up when needed, barely spending time in their living space. Others want something more - a place that offers much more than the minimum of a living space, with a more luxurious feel. If you find yourself in the latter category, you may find yourself wondering just what amenities are necessary for a rental property to qualify as a luxury apartment. 

When a rental property has certain on-site amenities, residents will get the luxury of having to enjoy such amenities without leaving the comfort of being so close to home. These amenities range depending on your budget and location, so having a list of what you are looking for can help you narrow down your search for the perfect apartment for you. 

Keep reading for must-have amenities to keep in mind when hunting for a luxury apartment. 

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A well-equipped fitness center

If you are on your fitness journey, much of your routine can be centered around when you can make it into the gym. This impacts your schedule, depending on your proximity to your gym location, and your budget depending on your workout of choice as gym memberships can get quite expensive. 

A fitness center, especially a well-equipped one, is an essential amenity for a luxury apartment. It will grant you the benefit of working out close to home, working better for your schedule and your budget. 

If a fitness center is at the top of your priorities for luxury apartments, be sure to look into what kind of equipment is available to you. There’s no use in an on-site fitness center if it doesn’t have the equipment you need for your desired fitness routine. 

Communal lounges 

Sure, you obviously will want to rest and hang out in the comfort of your own home, however, a top luxury apartment will include amenities that will have you wanting to enjoy the entire rental property. This can include lounges in the building where residents can hang out, where management hosts social events for residents or has ample seating and TV so that residents can kick back and relax. 

Game rooms can also be a great amenity for a luxury apartment - these rooms can include classic arcade games, pool tables and air hockey tables, and gaming consoles for all residents to come together and enjoy. 

Another communal space you will want to look for is some form of an outdoor entertaining area, this can be a plaza within the property, or a rooftop lounge depending on what kind of space you are looking at. These spaces should include amenities like grilling stations, seating and eating areas, and fire pits to encourage residents to make full use of the space. 

Pools and spas 

A pool is a must-have for most luxury apartment renters. Depending on the size of the rental property, renters may be looking for multiple pools and/or spas throughout the property so that they don’t have to experience constant overcrowding. 

Luxury apartments with separate spas or jacuzzis are also a plus as residents can sit back and relax separately from the usual hustle and bustle that may come from the typical pool area. 

Pet amenities

If you have a pet, you may also be considering how your rental property can cater to your dog’s needs. With more and more renters having at least one pet, many luxury apartment buildings have amenities geared toward pets. This can include gated outdoor areas where dogs can run and play freely without worry of getting loose on the property or getting too rowdy indoors. 

Pet amenities can also include pet washing stations and services for grooming and boarding/daycare for dogs. 

24-hour front-desk concierge

For many renters, having the benefit of a 24-hour concierge service on-site can help ease any worries they may have. Having a reliable source of contact can help tenants feel reassured to make sure their needs are met within a reasonable time frame. Online portals can help and be convenient when it comes to making online payments or submitting maintenance requests, but having an actual person on the line for any assistance is far more appreciated by many renters. 

These services can help streamline package acceptance, maintenance requests, and security needs for residents. If you are a dedicated online shopper, package theft may be a concern for your many package deliveries. Having an apartment with package acceptance via concierge services can help ease your worries when it comes to your package deliveries. 

Not all amenities are going to be dealbreakers for renters, but you should definitely have an idea of what amenities are worth your budget and list of needs when looking at luxury apartments.