Tiffin
Bisected by the scenic Sandusky River, Tiffin offers residents access to a variety of city parks in a small-town environment between Toledo, Cleveland, and Columbus. Commonly referred to as “The Education Community,” Tiffin is home to two universities, Heidelberg University and Tiffin University, which contribute an array of athletic events and art exhibits to the local community. Tiffin’s community also comes together for anticipated events like the Annual Tiffin Seneca County Heritage Festival, Storybook Festival, Halloween Parade, and the Tiffin Flea Market. Plenty of local restaurants offer a personalized experience in Tiffin in addition to the quaint shops in Downtown Tiffin along Washington Street. Recognizable chains abound on Tiffin’s West Market Street as well. Getting around from Tiffin is easy with access to major highways, an Amtrak station, and four major airports within close driving distance. Options for weekend getaways are plentiful, with Pittsburgh and Detroit both within a three-hour drive from Tiffin as well as most major cities in Ohio.
Wheeling
Situated along the Ohio River, the quaint suburb of Wheeling, West Virginia offers affordable living with an abundance of amenities. Wheeling houses Wheeling Jesuit University as well as Ohio County Schools, offering public schools like Wheeling Middle School. Residents of all ages enjoy Wheeling Park, a historical community space with indoor and outdoor activities along serene gardens and lush lawns. Take a stroll through the historic Centre Market district in Wheeling for food, shopping, and community events. Enjoy a delicious crepe at Later Alligator or grab a craft beer at Wheeling Brewing Company. Wheeling offers a warm welcome to residents and visitors alike with some of the most affordable apartments and condos in the area!
Des Moines
A vibrant gem in the heart of the prairie, Des Moines is named for the river that snakes through the city. This is Iowa's capital (and the county seat of Polk County), and it is filled with things to do. From concerts at the historic Salisbury House to the collections at Des Moines Art Center, and from the 81 miles of hiking and biking trails to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens, Des Moines offers so much that it was named one of the top 10 cities in which to live by US News. Home to such companies as Meredith Corporation, Wells Fargo, Voya Financial, and Principal Financial Group, Des Moines is considered one of the nation's wealthiest cities. But you'll also have fun after moving to your Des Moines apartment -- the city offers amazing shops and restaurants in East Village, the nearby Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, the family-friendly Adventureland Park, and the fascinating Living History Farms. Festivals in Des Moines include the wildly popular Iowa State Fair, the Des Moines Art Festival, and the World Food & Music Festival.
