Need help apartment hunting!

Hi Austin,

I’m planning to move to Austin soon and am currently exploring different neighborhoods. I’d love to get some insights and recommendations based on my preferences. Ideally, I’d like to live near the downtown area and have already done some research, narrowing my options down to the following two locations:

1.  Downtown Austin – Specifically, the area close to Rainey Street.
2.  East Austin – Around 6th and 11th Street, near I-35.

I’m particularly interested in understanding the safety of these areas and what it’s like to live in the heart of the city. Are these neighborhoods vibrant and convenient, or do they come with challenges I should be aware of? Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks