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Nicky Iudean
Nicky is a Senior Communications Specialist for RENTCafé.com, where she researches and writes about real estate, interior design, and all things that spark renters’ interests. She is also your go-to person for content collaborations. Nicky double majored in Marketing and Applied Economics and holds a master's degree in Marketing Strategies and Policies. You can reach her via email at nicky.rentcafe@yardi.com.
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Keeping Up with the Beat of the Neighborhoods: Seattle’s 30 Best Community News Sites, Mapped
Nestled between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountain Range, Seattle reveals a myriad of unique neighborhoods. These distinct enclaves carry different personalities. Some communities are…
Renter’s Guide for Setting Up a Home Office That Inspires Creativity
Designing a stimulating work environment in your rental apartment can get your creative juices flowing and boost your productivity significantly. However, you can quickly get…
Here’s How to Keep Your Apartment Spotless
To Clean or Not to Clean? No Question! The fact that you don’t live in your own house doesn’t mean you must treat it with…
Tips and Tools for Finding the Best Internet Deal in Your New Hometown
Amid the craziness of moving, few take into consideration the potential internet availability in their new neighborhood. In some cases, that super-fast internet connection that’s…
10 Amazing Views from Rental Apartments in Atlanta
Much has been said about the best restaurants and outdoor vantage points for admiring Atlanta’s amazing skyline. How about we shift perspective and move indoors?…
10 Amazing Views from Rental Apartments in Chicago
Chicago may have landed a complimentary second place in the “Best International Skyline” competition (as voted by the readers of USA TODAY), but it surely ranks first…
Interior Design Daydreaming—If Money Was No Object
Would you make changes to the place where you live, if money was not a problem? Whether you have won the lottery recently or not,…
D.C. Architecture: 260 Years of Home Design Evolution in the Nation’s Capital
Washington D.C. has always been better known for the design of its government buildings and monuments than its residences. Architectural focus has centered on structures…
Community of the Week: Copper Creek Apartments in Las Vegas
There’s no other city in the world quite like bustling Las Vegas – the City of Lights. Pyramids and castles, casinos and mega-hotels, circus shows…
How Many Major U.S. Cities Can You Fit Inside Oklahoma City, Jacksonville or Houston?
Here’s a truism even a preschooler knows: we live in a really big country! The U.S. boast 3,535,932 square miles of total land area and…
10 Largest Rental Developments in L.A. Completed in 2015: from Luxury to Fully Affordable Projects
In the bustling Los Angeles rental market – with high rents and low vacancy rates – it’s always great to hear about new rental units…
Best of the South: Affordable Apartments in Jacksonville for around $700/Month
Jacksonville, FL ranks in the top 20 cities for Southern living, and among the “Best Places to Live” in America, according to U.S. News &…
Houston’s Rental Market on the Upswing in 2015: 54 Large Developments Added 14,871 New Units
Space City has enrolled in a serious competition to become the third city in the U.S. Its strong energy industry, the abundance of Fortune 500…
Miami’s 10 Largest Rental Developments Completed in 2015, Revealed
Surrounded by the ocean and boasting an envy-inducing sunny weather (sorry, New York!), Miami is an increasingly attractive place to live, work, and play. It’s…
Awesome Deals on Rent in San Antonio: Here’s What $700/Month Will Get You in Alamo City
A mix of Mexican culture and Texan attitude make up the historic city of San Antonio – or as Lonely Planet puts it, the Lone…
Community of the Week: Granite Bay Apartments in Phoenix, AZ
Known for endless golf, luxury shopping, countless sunny days, and amazing food, the Phoenix metro area has become a snowbird mecca. Beyond its obvious desert…
Spotlight on 5 Missouri Apartments Available for $800/Month in: St.Louis, Kansas City, Independence, Florissant, and St. Peters
As a gateway state, located midway between the east and west coasts of the country, Missouri can be easily reached from all directions, be it Chicago…
Amazing Deals in Cincinnati: 5 Great-Value Apartments for Rent Asking $600/Month (or Less!)
Dubbed “Queen City of the West”, Cincinnati – one of the most thriving Midwest cities – has a lot going for it. In addition to being…
Everything’s Bigger in Texas (Except for Rents!): 5 Awesome Apartments in Houston Under $800/Month
Landing on Forbes’ number one spot for America’s Fastest-Growing Cities, Houston holds true to the motto: “Don’t mess with Texas.” Not only is Space City…
Big D’s Rental Inventory Got Bigger in 2015: the 10 Largest Developments Brought in 3,500 New Units
Driven by a constant job and population growth, the rising demand for rentals is keeping Dallas developers busier than ever. Bold high-rise and major mid-rise…
In the Spotlight: Luxury Living in San Antonio at Alta Roxbury Apartments
With a double-digit job growth over the last five years, it comes as no surprise that San Antonio arises as one of the next boom…
Apartments for Rent Under $1,200/Month in 5 Colorado Cities: Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, and Lakewood
No matter if you’re a ski addict, an outdoor adventurer, a mountaineer, or just an urban enthusiast, there’s something thrilling waiting for you in Colorado….
Renting in the Next Big Boom Town: 5 Lovely Austin Apartments for around $900/Month
Austin may be the third fastest growing city in the country, but it leads the nation as number one on Forbes’ “Next Biggest Boom Towns…
What $1,200/Month Can Rent You in Philly Right Now: from Modern Studios to Spacious 2-Bed Apartments
You may know the City of Brotherly Love for its mouthwatering cheesesteaks and ties to Rocky, but did you also know Philadelphia is the first…
Mission Oh-So-Possible: 5 Cosmopolitan Studios and One-Bed Apartments for Rent in San Francisco Under $2,600/Month
From the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to skyscrapers flanked by Victorian houses, San Francisco is often deemed one of, if not the most beautiful city…
Chicago’s 10 Largest Rental Developments in 2015: 3,000 New Units Added
Thousands of new apartments hit Chicago’s rental market in 2015. To be more precise, 18Â multifamily properties of 50+ units were completed last year, adding around…
Serene Living by the Lake in Indianapolis: Bayview Club Apartments
Home to the Indy 500, Indianapolis is the race enthusiasts’ heaven. But you don’t have to be a NASCAR fan to love this city. With…
Get the Most Bang for Your Buck in the Mile High City: 5 Apartments for Rent in Denver for $1,000/Month
Whether you’re aiming to hit the slopes on weekends or boost your chances of landing a great job, Denver is your go-to destination. The Mile…
What You Can Rent in Any of These 5 Georgia Cities for $900/Month (or Less!)
Rightly nicknamed the Peach State, Georgia is one of the most desirable Southern locations to settle in. Whether you love the tranquil countryside, the vacation-like…
San Jose Increases Rental Inventory: See the 9 Largest Local Developments Completed in 2015
San Jose is a mecca for big IT employers, start-ups hoping to hit overnight success, and folks on the lookout for well-paid jobs. It’s no…