Pet Holiday Safety Decorations, food and festivities are what make the holiday season bright. But many of our human holiday traditions can be dangerous or worse for our furry friends. Knowing how to keep your pet safe during the holidays will be the best gift you can give to Fido and Fluffy. Mistletoe & Holly […]
Apartment Tips for a Cozy Winter
Apartment Tips for a Cozy Winter Winter has shown up early this year. Temperatures have dipped and we have already seen snow. When the weather is miserable and cold outside there is nothing better than coming home to a toasty warm apartment. By implementing a few easy tips you can keep your apartment feeling cozy […]
Tips for Moving During Winter in Chicago
From snow drifts and icy walkways to bitter cold temperatures, moving during the winter comes with its own set of challenges – especially if your new apartment is in a frigid city like Chicago. While November through March is not the most ideal time to move into a Chicago apartment, you may not be able […]
Apartment Fire Safety Tips
Fire Safety Tips Fires are frightening, destructive and potentially life threatening. As we wind down October/Fire Safety Month we would like to share fire safety tips to help you be fire “smart” while living at Oak Park Apartments. Top Causes of Apartment Fires Fires are most often caused when you are cooking, using your stove/oven, […]
Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Oak Park
If you’re a kid, there are few things more exhilarating than Halloween. The one day of the year when dressing up like your favorite super hero or cartoon character and asking for candy are actually encouraged. While traditional trick-or-treating typically involves residential suburbs and parading from house to house, Halloween can be just as fun […]
7 Tips for Hosting Overnight Guests in an Apartment
Hosting your friends and family overnight in your one-bedroom apartment might not be quite as easy as having them stay in a house, but with some planning and strategic measures in place, you can still pull it off in relative comfort. And if you live near a tourist-friendly city, like Chicago, where guests are even […]
5 Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
It’s summertime, and the apartment living is easy … unless of course it’s scorching hot and you’re living without AC. Then, it tends to get a bit toasty up in here. Whether you’re on a budget or just trying to reduce your carbon footprint, living without air conditioning is possible, even in a Chicago apartment. […]
6 Things to Consider When Looking for Your First Apartment
Whether you just graduated from college, landed your first full-time job, or are just ready to move out of your parent’s house, getting your own place is a big step. Looking for your first apartment is exciting, but it can also be a little scary. To help you make a smart decision, keep these 6 […]
Tips To Establish A Solid Credit Score – Renters 101
Tips To Establish A Solid Credit Score – Renters 101 Establishing a solid credit score is important for many reasons. Whether you are buying a car, getting a job or even renting an apartment, your credit score will have an impact. But, what if you are a new graduate or young adult living with your […]
Choosing an Apartment Pet
Apartment living has its perks, but the downside for animal lovers is that some pets are simply too large, too active or too loud for even the most pet-friendly apartment buildings. If you already have a pet and are thinking about moving to an apartment, or you currently live in one of our pet-friendly Chicago […]
