A studio apartment with one room. The "1/2" denotes a single room (with a kitchenette) and a separate bathroom. 2 1/2: Contains a bedroom, a living room, a kitchenette, and a bathroom. A five-and-a-half-bedroom house will contain three bedrooms, as well as a living room, bedroom, and kitchen. An apartment of this size will usually have a small closet space. You should be able to fit a full-size bed in most 5-1-1/2 apartments, but a half-size bed or rollaway bed is preferable if you plan to stay there regularly. Make sure that you can reach all the lights, outlets, and other appliances before you sign a lease. Also ask if there are any additional fees for using certain amenities in the building such as laundry rooms or parking spaces. These questions should help you decide what kind of apartment is right for you. Your new place will be waiting for you when you move in!