What are the pros and cons of renting a house from a landlord vs. an apt community

Question

we have been renting an apt in a multi unit apt community. but ive been interested in a house because we'd have our own laundry, yard and garage, we live in Michigan, so covered parking is a plus, rental costs would be the same. just wondering if theres more hassle, like who mows lawn and are landlords harder to deal with.

Answer 1

more hassle about owning?

much less hassle.

just property taxes and anything

that the landlord WOULD repair

is now your job to repair in your own house.

Answer 2

Landlords are as different as people, and yes you would be responsible for lawn maintenance, however there is a lot to be said for living in a house and having your own yard to cookout in and party with your friends, or to have your own flowers, and out door space.

Answer 3

ALOT more privacy in a house. Apartments suck.

Answer 4

It varies with the landlord.  I have a rental house in LA, and I pay for the gardener.  You settle this at the time you sign the rental agreement or lease.