Just curious as to how your play styles might differ / relate to my own! I've been trying to play in a high rise apartment, but its always a small, idyllic suburb in Newcrest that takes my vote. ...
I've tried both and love both. If it is a big family I prefer houses but with singles and couples either with or without 1-2 kids the apartment life is ideal. Not perfect of course (especially concerning neighbourly harmony) but ideal. Choosing an abode also depends on the future of the Sims. What do I see in them regarding personality, ambitions and career choices, habits and hobbies and preferences.