High Floor vs. First Floor: Which Apartment Level is Best for You?

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When choosing your new home, factors like square meters, number of bedrooms, balcony, parking, and elevator access are essential—but the floor level is also a key consideration.

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Deciding between a high floor or a first-floor apartment often influences the final choice. Many people assume that the higher the floor, the better the quality—but this isn’t always true. While higher floors tend to be more expensive, the pros and cons vary depending on the property and personal preferences.

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Some argue that living on lower floors is safer during earthquakes, while others prefer higher floors for the panoramic views. The truth is, both options have advantages and disadvantages.

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If you’re thinking about buying an apartment and wondering what’s best for you, first check out the amazing options in Constructora Mendebal’s virtual sales room, and then consider the following pros and cons to help you decide:

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High-Floor Apartments

Disadvantages:

• Buildings with fewer than six floors often don’t have elevators, making higher floors harder to access.
• Evacuations during emergencies can be more challenging.
• Greater exposure to wind-induced swaying and tectonic vibrations.
• Top floors are more directly affected by weather, with increased heat and rain exposure.
• Longer distances to common areas such as trash rooms or amenities.
• Moving in and out can be complicated; furniture might not fit through elevators or staircases.

Advantages:

• The best views the building can offer.
• Closer to the rooftop terrace, if available.
• Less street noise.
• Better ventilation.
• More natural sunlight throughout the day.
• Warmer indoor temperatures due to sunlight exposure.
• No overhead neighbors if you live on the top floor.

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First-Floor Apartments

Disadvantages:

• More exposure to street noise.
• Less natural sunlight; interiors may be darker.
• Cooler indoor temperatures.
• Lower security, as ground-floor access is easier.

Advantages:

• More affordable and practical, with easier access for moving or renovations.
• Greater safety during emergencies and faster evacuation.
• Some units may include extra space, such as a garden or patio.
• Cooler interiors, as they receive less direct sunlight.

Choosing the best floor depends mainly on personal preferences. Either way, if you select the right location and building, the floor level becomes less critical.

Explore the options available in Constructora Mendebal’s virtual sales room and find the apartment that best fits your lifestyle.

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