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Apartment Construction in 2020 at 5-Year Low Nationally, Down 12% from Previous Year
Highlights: Apartment construction is down by 12% compared to 2019, with around 283,000 new units expected to hit the market this year, considerably fewer than…
Enjoy Some Victorian Charm in Philadelphia’s Chestnut Hill Neighborhood
Dubbed the “Garden District of Philadelphia”, Chestnut Hill is the old, beautiful neighborhood that somehow feels both comfortable and luxurious. Victorian houses with shaded, wrap-around…
East Falls, Philadelphia: Historic, Suburban Appeal Minutes from Center City
East Falls is a quiet little gem on the Schuylkill River. It’s the beginning of a much more residential, almost suburban, section of Philadelphia, which…
Center City: The Original City of Philadelphia is Still its Hub
Center City is the bustling business hub of Philadelphia right in the center of the city. It’s the grid of streets that spans from the…
Survey: Pandemic Hinders Plans for 43% of Renters Ready to Buy a Home
COVID-19 continues to impact the U.S., affecting not only our health, but also our financial and life decisions. For those who wanted to take the…
Manayunk: Philly’s Vibrant and Charming Neighborhood
Manayunk is a charming, historical neighborhood in Northwest Philadelphia peppered with small boutiques and lively restaurants. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Philly, Manayunk…
Quarantine Parenting: Top Family-Centric Cities in the U.S.
If living in the midst of a pandemic feels overwhelming to you, try parenting. These days, parents’ duties have multiplied overnight to include working, parenting…
5 Ways to Lower Energy Costs in Your Rental
When you don’t own your home, it can feel like it’s impossible to lower your energy costs. A lot of energy-efficiency comes down to a…
Cities with the Most and the Least Apartment Space: How Much Square Footage per Person Can You Get?
At a time when most of us are required to stay at home, the idea of space takes on a whole new meaning. In fact,…
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Moving
Moving from one rental to another is a stressful situation for anyone embarking on this journey, especially so if you are planning on taking the…
Top 10 Best Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
Renowned internationally for its cheesesteaks and home to the Declaration of Independence, Philadelphia has that small-town charm with all the perks of a big city….
5 Steps to Keeping Your Kid’s Room Organized and Clutter-Free
Organizing all of your things in a small apartment can be quite a hassle. Add some kids to the equation and it increases that difficulty…
How to Boost Your Productivity When Working from Home
In light of recent events concerning COVID-19 (Coronavirus), most organizations around the world are encouraging employees to work from home in order to protect themselves…
4 Creative Ways to Decorate Your Boho Bedroom
When you think about the boho decorating style, you’re most likely to imagine a room full of flowery and colorful patterns with lots of pillows…
The Rise of Minimalism: How to Turn Every Room in Your Rental into a Clutterless Oasis
Minimalism is the definition of simplicity; mainly, it involves the elimination of all things that are unnecessary. It’s a way to lead a less stressful…
Not Sure How to Find a Roommate? Here Are 10+ Roommate Finder Apps and Websites That Will Do It for You
I think it’s safe to assume we’ve all binged on Friends at some point in life. And we’ve probably fantasized about finding a roommate that…
The Wonders of VaHi: Atlanta’s Cool Neighborhood
Updated September 2020. Virginia-Highland—or VaHi, for the connaisseurs—is an affluent urban community in Atlanta, Georgia, with a variety of bars, unique dining, boutique shops, dog…
Castleberry Hill: Atlanta’s Arts and Culture Heart
Updated September 2020. Hill is an eclectic neighborhood just southwest of Downtown Atlanta, known for its indie art galleries, residential loft living, and old warehouses….
High-Rise Apartment Buildings and Mid-Rise Buildings Are Overshadowing Low-Rises for the First Time in 3 Decades
Tall skylines anchored by impressive skyscrapers have been the staple image of large American cities, dominated by office towers and a few residential condominium skyscrapers….
Life in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta – Vibrant and Exciting, with Plenty of Entertainment Options
Updated September 2020. Old Fourth Ward is an urban neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, bordering Piedmont Avenue to the West, The Beltline to the East, Ponce…
How to Design Your Rental Apartment for Peak Bohemian Vibes
The Bohemian aesthetic has definitely seen a major revival in recent times. It’s eclectic, energizing, and oh so easy on the eyes. It’s an Instagram-ready…
Downtown Miami Rising – Skyline Evolution Video (1925-2019)
The Miami metropolitan statistical area (MSA) ranks among the country’s 10 largest MSAs, with a population currently estimated at more than 6 million. But, 100…
Apartment Construction in 2019 Marks Second Year of Slowing Trend, with DFW Metro Surpassing New York in New Completions
Article updated September 19, 2019. Highlights: Apartment construction slows down compared to last year, from 326,000 new deliveries in 2018 to a projection of under…
Midtown – An Upscale, Bustling Atlanta Neighborhood
Updated September 2020. Midtown is a trendy, upscale neighborhood in Atlanta, situated between Downtown Atlanta to the south with Buckhead to the north. It is…
Living in Buckhead, Atlanta: The Beverly Hills of the South
Updated September 2020. Known as an affluent, upscale neighborhood within the Atlanta city limits, beautiful Buckhead has both ‘old’ money and ‘new’ money. The area’s…
The Most Popular Zip Codes for Baby Boomers: New York Challenges Sunny Locations for the Title
Baby boomers certainly don’t fit the mold when it comes to housing preferences. While a big part of them continue to be homeowners, an impressive…
Alabama Mid-Year Rent Report – June 2019
The U.S. average rent increased by 3.2% ($45) year over year reaching $1,465 in June 2019, up by 0.8% ($12) month over month, according to Yardi…
History in Motion: See How the Austin Skyline Changed over the Past 130 Years (Video)
Two decades shy of 200 years, the Texas state capital transformed from a settlement of fewer than 1,000 residents to the fastest-growing metropolis in the…
Utah Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, up by 2.5% ($35) year over year, and by 0.3% ($5) month over month, according to Yardi Matrix data….
Nebraska Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, up by 2.5% ($35) year over year, and by 0.3% ($5) month over month, according to Yardi…