Apartment Hunting

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Thinking about trading in your apartment keys for a house lease? Renting a house for the first time is a big step, and it comes with a unique set of perks and responsibilities. Whether you’re looking for more space, privacy, or a back yard for your dog, here’s what to know before you sign your […]

Finding the perfect rental home in Houston means choosing a neighborhood that reflects the lifestyle you wish to cultivate. If you desire the privacy of a single-family home, a townhome provides an ideal balance of seclusion, space, and convenience. Let’s explore five of the best neighborhoods for townhome rentals in Houston, including what makes each […]

Being the sprawling metro that it is, Chicago offers endless options when it comes to neighborhoods — 77 to be exact. Yes, that’s right, when you embark on a rental journey in Chicago, you’ll have your pick of all kinds of residential communities, each with its own distinctive flair. Whether it be the relaxing, waterfront […]

San Diego is a beautiful part of Southern California with a wide variety of neighborhoods for renters looking for a townhome. With options for every lifestyle and budget, how do you choose the right area? We’ve done the research for you and curated a list of the best neighborhoods for townhome renters. Here are 10 […]

A great thing about renting is the wide variety of choices you have. Sure, you could go with the standard apartment with all its perks and amenities, but you could also rent a house, a townhome, or even a condo. Renting is all about experimenting to find the right fit, since once your lease is […]

The first step to finding the perfect place is deciding if you want to rent from a private landlord or a property management company. Both types of property managers offer different experiences, so your priorities will decide which is right for you. What Is a Private Landlord? A private landlord is an individual who owns […]

Rent is often the largest expense in your monthly budget, so determining how much of your income should go towards it is essential to avoid overspending. However, rent isn’t the only expense to consider — other costs like daily living and savings goals also can affect your budget. Figuring out how to allocate your income […]

Rental landscapes are always changing. While the market sometimes sways in the landlord’s favor, other times, the ball is in the renter’s court. In the latter situation, you may notice an influx of leasing deals across listings — one of which is the look and lease special. In this article, we’ll discuss look and lease […]

Of all the rental property types, condos and apartments are the most difficult to distinguish. Unlike houses or townhomes, apartments and condos lack clear, physical distinctions that set them apart from one another. Still, there are several ways condos and apartments differ, even if they’re not seen on the surface. To decide which rental property […]

If you’ve ruled out renting an apartment or a condo, your remaining choices are a townhome or a single-family house. Though only four letters differentiate them, townhouses and houses have many stark differences that might surprise renters. From maintenance needs to rent costs, here are a few distinctive factors to consider when choosing between renting […]

Meet our newest feature, the Compare Tool! This feature allows you to compare multiple rentals side-by-side to help you decide the best place to live. What is the Compare Tool? It’s easy to confuse potential properties when looking for a new place to live. You’ll end up with dozens of tabs on your laptop and […]

Here’s your guide to renting an apartment if you’re moving to a new city and don’t have a job lined up.