Our Apartment

We've been living in our apartment for about 2 1/2 months, and so far, it has been a pretty smooth adjustment. Our four person family fits quite nicely into our two bedroom apartment, and so do our belongings. (Especially thanks to the free storage Andy's parents are giving us in their basement for all our belongings that don't fit;)

Overall, in comparison to the living space of our house, the living space in our apartment doesn't feel that much smaller; it is definitely smaller, but the space can be utilized pretty effectively. 

We like the open layout of the apartment, and I like the security of living on the third floor of the building.  The coin operated laundry room is literally right outside our door, and we are within walking distance to a few parks (there doesn't seem to be a lack of parks in Winona, that's for sure!)

Probably the hardest part for me, post home ownership, is not being able to paint any of the white walls;)

Kitchen

 

 

 

 

Dining Area/ Living Room

Living Room

"Office" Area

Bathroom

Our Room

The Girls' Room

The Deck Area

There is a coziness about the place I like (or maybe it's the less space= less clutter= less cleaning/ maintenance aspect I like better;).  Come a year from now, we may be eagerly anticipating home ownership again, as the "coziness" may become a little less attractive, but for now, it is good to be here.