First off, both places are nice well as i can read and see. I can’t believe the rent. I live in a two story three bedroom three bath, for 1100 all bills paid but I also live in Texas. Somethings to think about is the distance from your place of work. Well if you work at home i guess that wouldn’t matter. The pictures is a great idea, taking pictures while you are with the landlord or who ever you are going to rent it from, will show that you are very interested. I have known a couple who went through an entire house and pointed out everything that needed to be fixed or had to be updated, they ended up getting $200 off rent each month. Also sometimes if you suggest that you will do repairs they will knock down the price, because you will be raising the value. ex: If you suggest a paint job that would up the price value. i’ve just noticed some of this is ramblings hopefully it will help : )