College Station apartments for rent are well-suited for all walks of life. As one of the finalists for America's friendliest small town in 2012, College Station is the perfect place to call home in the Lone Star State. College Station is home to Texas A M University (hence the name), nationally accredited parks and a plethora of businesses and entertainment options. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, the population has been consistently on the incline since 1990, and the city is now home for more than 95,000 people.

Finding College Station apartments for rent will put you smack dab in the middle of Texas, and within a three-hour drive to five of the nation's largest cities. According to AreaVibes, College Station is extremely livable with a score of 79 for its local amenities, stable housing market, high graduation rates and sunny weather. If that's not enough, College Station was ranked No. 6 nationally and No. 1 in the state by Forbes list of the "Best Small Places for Business and Careers." Whether you're here to start a business, family or looking to settle into retirement, there's plenty to enjoy in College Station apartments. Love to spend time outdoors? College Station boasts 52 public parks that span more than 1,400 acres.

For all the amenities available in this city, College Station apartments for rent are reasonably priced. According to AreaVibes, the median rental rate is 8 percent more than the rest of the state, and the overall cost of living is 11 percent more expensive than the average Texas town. However, compared with the nationwide average, the cost of living is only 1 percent more expensive.

Although College Station is a car-dependent community, you'll still save on transportation costs while in one of the many apartments in College Station. The average cost of a gallon of gas is on par with the state's going rate, and the average commute for College Station residents is 38 percent shorter than other Texans' travel times.

Apartments for rent in College Station are often occupied by students attending Texas A M University. More than 50,000 students attend this college, which holds a prestigious membership in the Association of American Universities. Texas A M is also the largest job provider in the area, but there are also many other opportunities in healthcare and industry. Some of the other major employers include Bryan I.S.D. Sanderson Farms Inc. St. Joseph Regional Health center, Reynolds and Reynolds and Alenco Holding Corp. Inc.