usmcnole said:If you want to live someplace decent, and not in an apartment, go to a realtor to get help you find a place to live. I can't stress that enough. Realtors have access to the MLS system in which they can find all kinds of houses for rent. It'll take only a small portion of your time and you'll find a better house for less money than you'll spend on an apartment. Apartment living sucks, and I would highly recommend getting a real estate agent to help you out. Also, if you have a few buddies you want to live with, this works out really well.
If you can afford it, it is always a good idea to buy a house. There's plenty on the market right now and you won't be throwing your money away.
Great advice, I went thru a realtor here in Corpus and got a great place on the island, just a little more than an apartment and much more space.