What is the on-base housing like?
It’s Army housing–take that as you will. The new units are quite nice, but typically, only existing residents in the path of remodeling are receiving those units. For W1s and 2LTs without dependents, it’s probably not a bad deal to live on post, but still look off-post in Daleville first. There are quite a few nice houses, townhouses, and apartments for rent that you should at least consider first. Some of the off-base housing is pretty scroungy, and they take your entire BAH to live in it. Also, don’t just rent something off the Internet. Always see a property in-person before making a commitment. For anyone above that or without dependents, living off-post is a much better deal. FYI: Fort Rucker’s housing is known for its roaches and maintenance problems–that’s Army housing for you. You’ve been warned.
