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October 2014 Apartment Specials at 1st Lake Properties

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Leaves and temperatures aren’t the only things falling. Our October specials at 1st Lake Properties keep prices low at several of our amazing communities. Reduced rents, waived administrative fees, and rarely available loft apartments are just a few of the deals you’ll find. Check out a list of all our discounts now!

Greater New Orleans and Mississippi Apartment Specials

Sugar Mill East This beautifully landscaped Kenner community features amenities like a lighted tennis court and pristine swimming pool. Just a block away from Lake Ponchartrain, Sugar Mill East is offering $175 off move-in costs – 1 bedrooms are available now!

Boardwalk Apartments Offering up to $250 in savings this month, Boardwalk Apartments is a gated community in Metairie that entices future residents with features like a sunroom and large closets. Call now to find out more on savings, and get the details on select apartments that feature dedicated office space.

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

Parktowne Apartments An award-winning property, Parktowne has 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 a peaceful respite within the greater New Orleans metro area. Call today to find out about our special discounts for October.

Arbor Gate Bringing big-city luxury to Picayune, MS, Arbor Gate apartments feature amenities like a palatial swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness center. Plenty of green space creates a sense of tranquility within this gated community. Call now to inquire about reduced move-in fees with select leases.

Lakes of Chateau Estates South A putting green and a private lake make this Kenner community a spectacular choice for outdoor enthusiasts. Call now to find out about our reduced rates on one and 2-bedroom apartments, plus additional savings on move-in costs.

Sawmill Creek Offering reduced rent and move-in costs on select 2-bedroom apartments, Sawmill Creek could garner you up to $1,200 in total savings! This River Ridge, LA, community creates a cozy atmosphere with wooded landscaping and in-apartment amenities like a fireplace and vaulted ceilings.

Lakes of Chateau Estates North One bedrooms start at just $965 as part of our fall special. This Kenner property offers amenities made for enjoying the fall weather, like landscaped walkways and a private lake. Call now for more details and to learn about our specials for 2-bedroom apartments.

Turtle Creek Interested in a studio? One week of free rent is the word at Turtle Creek in Metairie. Washers and dryers and sunroom are just a few of the amenities at this small community. If you’re looking for a larger space, call now for deals on our one and 2-bedroom apartments.

Regency Club Apartments For a limited time, get $175 off move-in costs and up to $200 off your first full month of rent at Regency Club. With awesome upgrades like wood-burning fireplaces and private patios and balconies, this Baton Rouge community is a quick drive from LSU.


Healthy Tailgate Recipes: Boneless Buffalo Wings

Looking for Healthy Tailgate Recipes? Try our Boneless Buffalo Wings recipe!

Who doesn’t love to sit down and watch the football game with a bag of chips and a bowl of candy? That being said, there are plenty of healthy tailgating recipes for your football snacks. You can definitely enjoy the game without feeling the tiniest built of guilt afterwards.

Here is one of our favorite healthy tailgating recipes for boneless Buffalo wings. Make this at home to help you enjoy watching the New Orleans Saints battle it out on the field of victory!

Enjoying Healthy Eating

If you live at 1st Lake Properties, you should know that we’re big supporters of New Orleans football. Often, there’s nothing better than getting together at each other’s apartments to watch the game, and Buffalo wings are perfect menu items.

However, there is a way to turn this traditional snack into something that is low on sodium and fat. Add ingredients like whole-wheat flour, skip out on extra salt, and use minimal amounts of oil to avoid extra saturated fat.

Healthy Boneless Buffalo Wings Recipe

This recipe makes about 10 servings. And it should provide about 2 large strips for 5 people along with ½ a cup of vegetables and enough dip. Feel free to adjust the ingredients if you want to make more or less wings.

Total Preparation Time: 45 minutes

Chicken Wing Ingredients

  • 4 to 8 tbsp. of hot sauce, preferably Frank’s Red Hot sauce, depending how hot you like it
  • 4 tbsp. of white vinegar
  • 3 pounds of chicken tenders
  • 8 tbsp. of whole-wheat flour
  • 8 tbsp. of cornmeal mix
  • 1/2 tbsp. of cayenne powder or chili powder
  • 3 tbsp. of canola oil

Veggies
Basically you’ll want 3 cups of celery and carrot sticks, a must-have for Buffalo wings.

Blue Cheese Dip

  • 1 cup of crumbled blue cheese
  • 1 cup of reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1 tbsp. of white vinegar
  • 1/2 or 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or chili powder to add a bit of spice to your dip if you want

Making the Dip
Throw in sour cream, blue cheese, 1 tbsp. vinegar and ¼ cayenne pepper or chili powder, and whisk ingredients together for a few minutes. Then cover the dip for storage in the refrigerator. That way, it will be nice and cold by the time the game is ready.

Making the Wings

1. Next, take buttermilk, 3 tbsp. vinegar, 3 tbsp. hot sauce and mix them together in a large bowl; then throw in the chicken until all of the wings are thoroughly coated. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour, but if you just have a bit of time before the game starts, it’s also ok to place them inside for just 10 minutes. Be sure to occasionally mix your marinade so that all the wings are equally coated.

2. In the meantime, whisk cornmeal and flour, 1 tbsp. vinegar and hot sauce in a bowl and then set it aside. Take the chicken out of the marinade, and mix it in with this cornmeal-flour, giving each one a good coating.

3. Now it’s time to heat half the chicken in a large nonstick skillet at medium-heat heat. It should take 3 to 4 minutes on both sides to get a nice golden brown look to your chicken. Repeat this with the rest of the chicken. Take the chicken off and pour any remaining hot sauce mixture over each piece. Place the wings out with the vegetables and blue cheese dip nearby, and watch as your guests happily chomp away. You can also place a small bowl of hot sauce nearby for guests who really like their spice.

In the end, you’ll get delicious buffalo wings that aren’t slathered in butter and high amounts of salt. After all, many other buffalo wing recipes call for an extra heaping of sodium to your dish.

A Great New Orleans Community

It’s good living at one of our New Orleans apartment communities, with plenty of people loving the rentals and lease opportunities available. You can relax, watch an exciting football game in a spacious apartment, and enjoy a great connection to New Orleans. Join one of our properties, make some friends, and enjoy watching football in New Orleans, and you won’t regret it!


Casual Friday with a Cause: Jeans and Jersey Day is October 3

Susan G Komen Foundation

A time for sweaters, football, and pumpkin spice lattes: it’s no wonder fall is such a beloved season. But the start of autumn also gives us time to reflect on a devastating disease that will strike one in eight U.S. women over the course of her lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month kicks off in October, and we’re wasting no time getting the word out. On Friday, October 3, 1st Lake Properties will host Jeans and Jersey Day for its employees. In exchange for a minimum $5 donation to The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, members of the 1st Lake team can wear denim to work, along with a jersey supporting their favorite team.

Thousands of businesses are participating in National Denim Day, but after 12 years of just denim, we decided to change the game (literally!) and offer an extra opportunity for our employees to show off their personal style. By adding jerseys to the mix, 1st Lake employees will comprise a standout team of Saints, Tigers, Pelicans, and more, all dedicated to combating breast cancer through donation efforts. We think our 13th year will be our most successful yet!

Participation in the event empowers our team members: even a small contribution can make a big impact, and the awareness we generate can serve as a reminder to take care of yourself and stay healthy. In fact, since the inception of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 1986, more women receive regular mammograms, and since 1990, mortality rates have decreased by 34 percent due in part to early detection.

While this event is limited to employees, there’s always an opportunity for our residents to contribute to amazing organizations. Check out the American Cancer Society, the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and the Susan G. Komen foundation for more information on how you can donate.

New Orleans also features its own chapter of the Komen foundation and will be hosting a Race for the Cure on October 25 in City Park. Similarly, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will hold a non-competitive 5K in Champions Square on November 1.


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.