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Big on Space with Room for Style: 3 Bedroom Apartments in Metairie

Three bedroom apartments in New Orleans at First Lake Properties

While 1st Lake Properties features an abundance of beautiful living spaces, today we’re spotlighting our 3 bedroom apartments in Metairie. Beyond conveniences like dedicated parking and outside storage, these apartments truly feel like home thanks to their spacious setup and added amenities like private master balconies, driveways, and serene, landscaped green space. With additional square footage comes additional opportunities to put your personal touch on a three bedroom apartment. Check out a few tips below to integrate style with space below!

  1. Opt for decor with sentimental value. Nothing makes a space feel more like home than decorating with meaningful pieces. A vase from a friend; a painting your child made; a framed photo of an unforgettable vacation – make sentimental items the focal point of your apartment, and a happy, homey feel follows naturally.
  2. Remember your furry friends. All of our three bedroom apartments are pet friendly. You’ll enjoy extra square footage and private outdoor space, so why not make a special retreat for your pet? Incorporate a bright food dish into your decor or create a dedicated sleeping spot for your pet, perhaps under a dreamy skylight. Our pets have a knack for making us feel at home no matter where we are, so it only makes sense to return the favor.
  3. Think beyond visual cues. We tend to decorate with our eyes, and while pops of color are a great addition to the cozy, neutral palettes at 1st Lake Properties, there are other ways to enhance your space. Candles or diffusers can impart a luscious scent that invites guests to linger, and a soft blanket is the perfect companion for a night of Netflix. Experiences make a space feel extra alluring, so remember to incorporate decor that engages all of the senses.
  4. Consider the greater community. An apartment isn’t just an apartment – it’s your home base for doing amazing things like dressing up for Mardi Gras or hosting a Saints tailgate. The greater New Orleans area is ripe for joyful experiences: once your apartment becomes the place where you did, saw, or heard something unforgettable? That’s when it becomes home.

Looking for a 3-bedroom apartment? 1st Lake Properties has just what you need! Find your personal style at Camelot Court, Rosedale, Parktowne, or Willowood apartments.


September 2014 Apartment Specials at 1st Lake Properties

Apartment Specials at First Lake Properties for September 2014

As we roll into September, with the weather cooling and New Orleans coming alive with festivals and music, 1st Lake Properties is offering can’t miss apartment specials on beautiful properties with all the amenities you need. Check out these discounts on rent, move-in costs and more at apartment communities all around the greater New Orleans area and beyond.

Greater New Orleans Apartment Specials

Camelot Court Apartments – Conveniently located in Metairie, Camelot Court Apartments features 3 bedroom apartments that are like a private home. Inside a gated community, each apartment features a full size washer and dryer, large backyard and access to the community pool. Call us today to take advantage of our 2 weeks free rent special.

Rosedale – The townhomes in Rosedale are surrounded by majestic oak trees, with a private backyard and all the amenities of home. Take advantage of the September special featuring 2 weeks free rent and move into a beautiful townhome with pool access and nearly 2,000 square feet of living space.

Parktowne – Parktowne Apartments, an award winning property, offers all the space and luxury you need. With a 4 acre park, 3 swimming pools, a playground and recreational space, our 3 bedroom apartments are one of a kind in the greater New Orleans metro area. Call today to find out about our special discounts for September.

Lakes of Chateau Estates – This month, Lakes of Chateau Estates is offering 1 bedrooms starting at $965. Located in the heart of Kenner, the Estates has 2 lush swimming pools, lighted tennis court, fitness center and a two-and-half acre lake surrounded by miles of walking paths. Call us today about our 1 and 2 bedroom specials for September.

Boardwalk Apartments – Boardwalk Apartments in Metairie is offering ½ off deposit and waiving all moving fees for September. Join our small, gated community, which features washers and dryers, a refreshing pool, large walk-in closets, plus additional sunroom/office space in select apartments. Call to find out how you can save up to $350 on spacious two-bedroom apartments or unique studios.

Sawmill Creek – This month, you can spend as little as $99 on move in costs at Sawmill Creek in River Ridge. There are also reduced rates on some apartment floor plans that include washer and dryers, nice sized patios/balconies, enormous closets, wood-burning fireplaces and more.

Willowood Apartments – The lush apartments in this gated community, set among trees and greenery, feature fully equipped kitchens with plenty of counter and cabinet space, frost-free refrigerators, large closets, skylights, and vaulted ceilings, as well as private patios/balconies. Move-in during September to a fully furnished studio with all utilities paid.

Bella Ridge Apartments – September is the perfect time to pre-lease apartments in this River Ridge apartment community, which is set to open this winter. These luxury apartments offer amenities like stainless steel or black kitchen appliances including frost-free refrigerators and multi-cycle dishwashers. With features like double stainless steel sinks, granite counter-tops, recessed lighting, paneled doors, plantation-style wood blinds, nine-foot ceilings with crown moldings and decorative woodwork, apartments at Bella Ridge will go quick. Be one of the first to pre-lease in September. Limited units available.

Arbor Gate Apartments – Take advantage of the $99 move-in special at this Picayune, MS apartment community. This gated community features an extra-large swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center and abundant greenery. Check out the reduced rates for September.

Call today to find your next home for a price you can afford and a place you love.


Non-Toxic Cleaning Products Made from Items You Have in Your Kitchen

In our modern world, there are toxins everywhere, and cutting them out of your life is just about impossible, but cutting down on the toxins you consume and encounter is possible. Making your own cleaning products using things you already have in the house not only saves you money, but it is a great way to clean your home the green way. You’d be surprised the cleaning power of some of these items!
Natural-CleanersVegetable Oil — Oil and water don’t mix, but oil and oil work wonders. For cleaning oil-based ink and paint off of surfaces throughout your home, as well as brushes and hands, allow vegetable oil to soak on the ink or paint, then wipe it away with a dry towel or rag.

Soy Sauce – Getting rid of grease can be tough, but a little bit of soy sauce cuts right through it. Try using it on your stove and range hood, as well as baking sheets and more.

Baking Soda, Salt & Lemon – If the smell of garlic, or other foods, linger in the wood of your cutting boards, clean and deodorize them with these three simple ingredients. Sprinkle a little baking soda and salt on your cutting board and scrub it around with lemon juice and a lemon half; let it is for five minutes and rinse it well. Voila!

Baking Soda & Vinegar – Try pouring half a cup of baking soda followed by one or two cups of white vinegar down your drain to clear up clogged/gunky drains. The chemistry of the two helps to clear it up quick. A pot of boiling water helps, too.

Newspaper – When cleaning glass surfaces, a rag will always leave pesky remnants, while wiping with newspaper will get your windows and mirrors streak free and perfect.

Ketchup & Soy Sauce – For polishing copper, you won’t find anything better or easier than ketchup mixed with soy sauce; it works like a charm. For silver, use just the ketchup for great results.


Five Ways to Change Your Bedroom Without Spending Money

After a certain amount of time, even the most wonderfully-decorated bedrooms can feel boring and in need of a change, but spending a ton of money on re-decorating isn’t always in the cards. Luckily, there are many ways that you can infuse new life into your bedroom that don’t cost any money at all. Try these simple tactics to help you see your personal space with fresh eyes and excitement.bedroom bed

Clean Your Bedding

When life is busy, cleaning the bedding may be the last thing on your list, but if you take everything off the bed and give it a good wash, putting the bed together again with crisp, delicious smelling fabric can make the whole room feel fresh and renewed.

Use Pieces from Other Rooms

If your bedroom is feeling drab, try taking artwork and lighting from other rooms in your home. Maybe the wall piece above your couch would really change the space above your dresser; or maybe the floor lamp by your book case could really bring a fresh lighting scheme into your bedroom. Small changes like this make the world of a difference, and get you excited about the things you already own.

Organize Your Nightstand

It’s easy to let your nightstand gather clutter and that can make your bedroom feel messy and frustrating, especially since it is the last thing you see at night and the first thing you see in the morning. Take time to organize and de-clutter your nightstand; keep only what you need and want displayed next to your bed and you can change your whole attitude about your room.

Make Your Bed

Cleaning your bedding is one way to help refresh your bedroom, but on a daily basis, making your bed is key. When you are busy, it may be an easy thing to think you can “do later”, but then you end up with an un-made bed all day, every day, and the bed is one of the biggest pieces in any bedroom. Simply making your bed every morning can make you feel organized and make your space look clean. And you can always remind yourself: in a world of chaos, at least the bed is made.

Get Rid of Things You Don’t Love

In your closet, in your dressers, and on your tables, take a month and each day get rid of one thing that you don’t use, need, or love. Built up clutter and things that we see and don’t want anymore can make us feel frustrated and chaotic. Getting rid of excess makes room for the new, and seeing only the things we love in our closets and dresser can help us to appreciate and utilize the things we own more, and more clearly see what it is we actually need in our lives.


5 Tips for Being Happier at Home

Happiness is a state of being. Many of us, when busy or upset, can start to feel down and frustrated with our surroundings. Instead of just deciding you don’t like your place, you can rejuvenate the space and bring more happy into your home life with a few simple tweaks. A little care and effort can change your perspective on things inside the home and out. Try some of these tips to start feeling happier at home right away. be happy

1. Bring in a Plant – Caring for a living being brings a sense of vitality and commitment into a home, and a plant is a simple way to experience those feelings, while also bringing pleasing, and even soothing, color into your décor.

2. Decorate with Personal Touches – Sometimes making a space feel more like home and more like yours can be as easy as decorating with one or a few sentimental items. Displaying things like family heirlooms or precious souvenirs from some of your favorite trips can remind you that you and your experiences are what really make a home special.

3. Focus on One Thing You Love – Gratitude changes everything; you can choose to focus on the negative, which can be found in anything, or you can choose to pick at least one thing a week to focus on that you love about your home. Every time you pass it, you will smile with appreciation, which breeds more appreciation for other things, and brings about inspiration and pride in your space.

4. Find Time to Relax – Our lives can be so busy; making time to relax in your space can make it feel more like home and your sanctuary, rather than just a place to store your things. Take time for reading a book in a cozy nook, squeezing in a weekend nap in perfect afternoon light, or put some music on and cook yourself a lovely meal. You deserve it.

5. Treat Yourself – Every once in a while you need to invest in yourself and your space. Buy yourself a treat that you’ve been wanting to get for the home and let it be something that makes you smile and brightens the room. If you do this every so often, you will begin to see the home you’ve always wanted.