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Job Creation Propels Pacific Northwest to Rank Highest in Rent Growth in July 2015

Fueled by a higher demand for rental properties plus strong job growth in key markets, U.S. rental prices continue an…

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Eldridge – West Oaks Neighborhood Guide for Renters: Relax in Limitless Possibilities

Article updated September 2020. A community rich with possibilities, encompassing the best of both suburban and urban living is what…

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What You Can Rent for $1,000 a Month (or Less) in Dallas

Average asking rent in Dallas, Texas in June 2015 was around the $1,000 mark, according to Yardi Matrix. That’s not…

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5 safest neighborhoods in Atlanta

Discover where to live to enjoy big city amenities with small town safety standards. Living in the city poses unique…

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Apartment Rents Hit Record High in May, with West and South Metros in the Forefront

The U.S. rental market is on fire, with low vacancies, solid absorption, and increased construction activity recorded in most metros…

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Rents Surge 4.3% in April Led by West, Southeast Metros

Average rents rose nationally a healthy 4.3 % year-over-year, according to the latest Yardi Matrix Monthly report on apartment market…

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Experience beach culture at its best by renting in Los Angeles

With its magnificent outdoors, sunny days and vibrant nightlife, L.A. draws many people to its surroundings just by being an epitome…

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Atlanta Proves It’s a Major City with Stunning Skyscrapers That Bring the Skyline to Life

Atlanta is a true Southern city, historically known for its part in the Civil War. Over the years, the most…

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Atlantans’ favorite neighborhoods for familes

Renters with children have come to love these popular Atlanta neighborhoods that offer fun activities, great schools, and safety. Atlanta…

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Affordable White Rock rentals offer active lifestyle in beautiful setting

Choosing to live in the White Rock area is a pretty easy choice to make, as long as you don’t…

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Affordable rentals in Deep Ellum? We’ve found them!

Get into Dallas’ hippest neighborhood without spending…well, more than you’ve got. Deep Ellum, Dallas tops multiple charts are one of…

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Chicago apartments luring investors back to the market

The real estate market continues to see a surge in multifamily development, mostly due to the overall economic context and…

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San Francisco rents level off in 4Q ’13

The headline is certainly encouraging but it begs the question: is it too late to matter? With San Francisco rents…

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Positive outlook for L.A.’s residential market

The real estate industry saw a boom in the multi-family sector, with an abundance of new developments entering the market…

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San Francisco real estate heats up in 2013, renting may be only affordable option

The kind folks over at Redfin have a post up predicting the hottest neighborhoods nationwide for 2013 and – surprise…

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Apartment market report – San Francisco is booming

A healthy housing market is characterized by low vacancy rates, low foreclosure inventory, and strong job growth. All three exist…

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Phoenix’ 2013 rental real estate forecast

2012 was a good year to be a Phoenix apartment renter. There were bargain deals to be had, selection of…

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Get the best of Chicago apartment living

Chicago is a dynamic, always on-the-move city, most appreciated for its welcoming feel and cultural diversity. People from all over…

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Chicago neighborhoods go green

In the aftermath of a disturbing housing crisis and years of population decline, Chicago is slowly regaining its strength and…

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Philadelphia housing market perks up

Looks like the Philadelphia housing market is finally on the rebound. For the first time in two years, home sales…

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Los Angeles real estate market driven by shifting lifestyle choices

If homeownership stood for a long time at the very basis of the American Dream, rental living is currently emerging…

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New and improved – Philadelphia apartment trends

Seeking to serve the needs and desires of apartment renters who are seeking the ultimate perks of healthy living and…

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Demand driving LA’s residential rental market

Let’s face it, people like to live in LA. Mostly owed to a constant flow of people choosing to put…

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L.A. apartment rents keep going up

We’re no San Francisco, and that’s a good thing. The space-crunched Northern California city has a lack of housing units,…

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What’s up with the Philadelphia rental market?

If you’re looking to move in the City of Brotherly Love, have a look at the current status of the…

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Planning your Philadelphia apartment budget?

We all know that rents on Philadelphia apartments are going up and demand for units is the lowest it has…

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Your Phoenix rental market update

It’s time to face brass tacks. What does that saying mean, anyway? I don’t know but I do know this:…

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Chicago market tough for renters but good for the economy?

Vacancies are declining and rents are increasing in the Chicago metro area. Is this good news or bad news for…

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Chicago suburbs appeal to Gen Y apartment renters

Though big fans of urban dynamics, plurality of entertainment options and variety of cultural experiences, many millennials have recently shifted…

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Now’s the perfect time to rent in Chicago

Things are finally starting to look better for Chicago renters, with properties offering more affordable rents and high-quality apartment living….