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For recent graduates, begin with Lower Heights and then Greater Heights because those areas offer strong social activity and newer mid-rise inventory. Established professionals should compare Downtown, Montrose, and River Oaks for central access, walkability, and high-rise choices. Luxury renters should add the Museum District and selected Medical Center properties. These are starting patterns, not age restrictions. Workplace, budget, preferred building style, social priorities, and commute should determine the final shortlist.
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