When it comes to picking the right place to live, most of us have quite a few things we have to juggle. We want to live in the nicest apartment complex that offers the most perks and amenities, but we also want to live with a roommate that we won’t want to strangle. Deciding between the complex of your dreams and a good roommate can be tough, so let’s take a look at both sides of the issue.

First, the price of living with a good roommate can’t be overstated. A person’s home should be their sanctuary and it should be a place where they can truly relax and feel little to no stress. If you live with a roommate you can’t stand, that stress can lead to serious health problems that can send your quality of life into the ground. While it may be disappointing not to have a nicer apartment complex that has some great amenities, the plusses you gain from living with a quality roommate are far more important.

On the other hand, if you have an apartment complex that allows you to be more social, with amenities such as a pool, a workout room or even a sauna, there is a better chance that you will meet people who might end up replacing your bad roommate. That way, you really do get the best of both worlds, but you are taking a gamble that might not be worth it.