Should a recent graduate working Downtown Houston live just for the commute?

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Grant’s answer is no. A first apartment should support both work and life outside work. A recent graduate may be rebuilding friendships, routines, and community from scratch, so HomeBase wants the renter in a neighborhood they enjoy and around other people with compatible lifestyles while still keeping the commute reasonable. Downtown can be perfect for someone who values urban living and the shortest commute, but Lower Heights may offer a better overall combination of social life and work access. The right choice balances job convenience with the environment where the renter will spend evenings and weekends.

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