Fort Worth
Located in northern Central Texas, Fort Worth is often coupled with neighboring Dallas. But Fort Worth has a unique character all of its own. Equal parts Wild West and modern sophistication, Fort Worth is known as the City of Cowboys and Culture. In Fort Worth, you can just as easily visit a championship rodeo as you can a world-class museum. There is no shortage of world-class museums in Fort Worth. You have your choice of exploring the Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, and many more. Head over to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District to step into the Old West and learn the history of the livestock industry in Texas. Every Friday and Saturday, you can witness the Stockyards Championship Rodeo at Cowtown Coliseum. In addition, Fort Worth offers residents access to a top-rated zoo, festive community events, theatrical performances, Texas barbecue, Tex-Mex, and lush natural amenities such as the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. Fort Worth provides a wide variety of apartments available for rent, from new luxury apartments to renovated lofts and everything in between. Convenience to major highways, DART commuter rail, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport makes getting around from Fort Worth simple.
Portland
Known for its natural beauty, the city of Portland is extremely eco-friendly in the best way possible. This green city, both literally and figuratively, boasts thousands of acres of lush public parks with extensive biking and hiking trails. Portland is Oregon’s largest city on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. This thriving area is home to the iconic Washington Park, which offers residents and visitors alike 15 miles of trails, the Oregon Zoo, and the Portland Japanese Garden. Portland has its own public railway service, so getting around the city is easier than ever. This major metropolis is known for its art, theater, and music scene. Check out popular attractions like the Portland Art Museum, OMSI, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, and Roseland Theater. Portland’s culinary scene is one of the best, offering up chef-inspired restaurants and lively local businesses like Tasty n Alder, Pok Pok, Deschutes Brewery, Voodoo Doughnut, and Salt & Straw. Portland is bordered by Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Mount Hood National Forest, and Clatsop National Forest, offering residents scenic views in every direction from their luxury apartments and cozy homes.
Midland
Halfway between Fort Worth and El Paso, Midland rests just off of I-20, neighboring Odessa. Known for its booming energy industry, Midland also harbors a fierce dedication to high school football, partially inspiring both the film and television adaptations of “Friday Night Lights.” There’s a charming downtown district to explore in Midland, with a fierce barbecue scene that’s true to the Texas style. Midland is also home to a variety of museums, including the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum, the Museum of the Southwest, and the Odessa Meteor Crater and Museum. Residents of Midland, often referred to as Midlanders, relish spending time in nature at the nearby Big Bend National Park and the I-20 Wildlife Preserve. There is also a burgeoning arts scene in Midland, punctuated by Midland College’s McCormick Gallery, the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center, and the Midland-Odessa Symphony and Chorale. Convenient to Midland International Air and Space Port as well as I-20, getting around Midland no matter where your apartment is located is a breeze.
