Healthy Living Features to Look for in a Neighborhood
Are you looking to relocate to a new rental apartment? When looking for somewhere new to live, no doubt you’ll have a list of things that you would ideally want in a new home and neighborhood. The entire process of finding another home and relocating to a new place comes with a lot of important…
Read MoreHow to Create a Meditation Space in Your Rental
Meditation is about finding your center and embracing the fact that you can’t control everything around you, but you can control what goes on inside of you. You and you alone have the power to find inner peace when everything is swirling around you. Oftentimes, we come to associate a certain space or smell with…
Read MoreBest Schools in Boston for Renters With Kids
Are you searching for an apartment for rent in Boston? Or have you and your family already relocated to one of the nation’s best college towns and are now seeking excellent schools? Here’s our list of the top-rated educational institutions in Boston: The Edward Brooke Charter School, Bradley Elementary School, Hale Elementary, Boston Collegiate Charter…
Read More50 Years of Adaptive Reuse in Cleveland Give Life to More Than 5,000 Converted Apartments
Adaptive reuse focuses on the conversion and repurposing of older buildings, and Cleveland, OH is a city that knows a thing or two about making the most of its old buildings. A recent RentCafe study showed that, since the 1950s, nearly 2,000 old buildings in the U.S. have been converted into apartments, including around 800…
Read MoreCharm and Walkability in Charlotte’s Historic Dilworth
Established in the late 1800s, the Dilworth neighborhood is on the National Register of Historic Places, and it is bursting at the seams with vintage charm. Edward Dilworth Latta took 250 acres just outside Charlotte’s original city limits and turned them into a tree-lined neighborhood which became one of the city’s most visited areas today!…
Read MoreRoutines to Prevent Maintenance Issues in Your Rental
As a tenant, most of the maintenance work is not your duty, and that is a significant benefit of being a renter. However, there are some basic things you should do in order to minimize the amount of maintenance that needs to be done, and to keep your home in good shape and condition. Even…
Read MoreLiving in Ravenswood, Chicago: A Family Neighborhood with Old World Charm
Ravenswood is located on Chicago’s North Side, mostly in the Lincoln Square community. An old German neighborhood, today it has become popular particularly with young couples who are looking for the urban experience to raise their families as well as the singles set who are attracted by the Lincoln Avenue entertainment strip. Despite recent rises in…
Read MoreLiving in Mueller, Austin: A Neighborhood Defined by Community and Sustainability
Planned with community and sustainability in mind, the mixed-use Mueller, Austin, district has quickly become one of the city’s most desirable areas. This lively development is actually a self-contained town within a city, so everything you might need daily will be within walking distance. The area’s housing includes apartments, condos, single-family homes and rowhouses, arranged…
Read More12 Things That Make Tampa A Great Place To Move To (And A Few Extra Tips From Locals)
Are you thinking about moving to the Tampa area? Whether it’s the warm and sunny weather or the availability of jobs and affordability, the city has never been more attractive to newcomers. Situated on Tampa Bay near the Gulf of Mexico, the city is one of the largest metro areas in the southeast. Here are…
Read MoreBrentwood: A Thriving Nashville Suburb
Brentwood is seen as one of the most desirable areas to live in the whole state of Tennessee. It features larger-than-life homes, lots of parks and all of the shopping you could ask for, making it the preferred place for many people with children. It’s one of the more rapidly developing suburbs of Nashville, particularly…
Read MoreLiving in Rogers Park, Chicago: The City’s Best Kept Secret
The Rogers Park community is one of the most diverse enclaves in the country, boasting over 70 nationalities, and a variety of ethnic restaurants and culture. It is also home to Loyola University, one of the nation’s largest Jesuit Catholic universities, which gives the community’s east side a predominantly college town atmosphere. It is also…
Read MoreBest Restaurants in Boston
When you think of Boston cuisine, you probably think of New England’s best traditional food and then some. Boston has emerged as one of the best cities for foodies looking for more than clam chowder — but, if that’s your favorite, know that the city has it in abundance. Whether you’re in search of your…
Read MoreWays to Make Your Apartment Winter-Cozy
Fall is officially here, and while some of us were hoping summer would last just a little bit longer, now we have no choice but to embrace this colorful season and prepare for what’s next – winter. Fortunately, whether you’re looking for an apartment for rent or you already have a place to call home,…
Read MoreGetting Ready To Rent Your First Self Storage Unit In Portland? Here’s All You Need To Know
Your Portland home might not be large enough for all of your belongings. Maybe you need to carve out some space in your home right now for a home office, a homeschool area or an exercise area. There’s one solution that applies to all these situations – self storage. The average monthly rate for a…
Read More8 Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas for the Perfect Holiday Dinner
Thanksgiving is the holiday of gratitude, friendship… and going all out while entertaining loved ones with spectacular dinners. But while the food is undoubtedly the real centerpiece of the show, the table decor has to match the meal’s deliciousness. So whether you’re planning a big family reunion or a small gathering with your closest friends,…
Read MoreSylvan Park: A Family-Friendly Gem Near Downtown Nashville
Sylvan Park is a cozy neighborhood with lots of trees, many sidewalks, lots of personality and lots of things to do within walking distance. Its proximity to downtown Nashville and Vanderbilt University makes it a popular area for students and professors to settle, as well as people from other cities. The community is tight-knit and…
Read MoreLiving in West Lakeview, a Lively Chicago Neighborhood Chock-Full of Old World Charm
The West Lakeview neighborhood is located on the western border of Chicago’s Lakeview community. Its east border traditionally begins at Halsted, in the area known as “Boystown”, and continues to Ravenswood Avenue on the west where it borders the North Town community and the Roscoe Village neighborhood. West Lakeview is less dense overall than its…
Read MoreLiving in East Hyde Park, Chicago: Enjoy the Good Life with the Lake at Your Front Door
East Hyde Park is literally a neighborhood on “the other side of the tracks”. Though the idiom traditionally has a negative connotation, in this case, nothing could be further from the truth. The Hyde Park community has many notable features, such as the Museum of Science and Industry and the University of Chicago campuses, but…
Read MoreLove Country Chic Style? 12 South’s the Place for You
The 12 South area has a vibe unlike any other in the Metro Nashville area. It’s got beautiful parks and a host of diverse restaurants. But what makes it truly unique is the smattering of locally-owned boutiques, western-wear and vintage shops lining the main drag. There’s certainly a lot to see and do. It’s no…
Read More3 Ways to Make Your Wardrobe Stay-At-Home Friendly
As much as getting dressed up for work was something some of us enjoyed (while others not so much), working from home has limited the extent to which we can embrace fashion and take full advantage of our wardrobes. However, the home office does come with its advantages. Specifically, all those comfy clothes that, just…
Read MoreLiving in South Lamar, Austin: The Perfect Homebase for Trendy Urbanites
Just south of downtown, the vibrant South Lamar, Austin, neighborhood is one of the up and coming renter hotspots in the city. This wide boulevard is lined with both apartment buildings and restaurants and shops, making it the perfect home base if you’re an urbanite to your core. With less traffic than neighbor-to-the-east South Congress…
Read MoreGen Z Survey: Young Renters Are the Most Techy, Research-Focused, Instagram-Loving Generation of Renters
The most culturally diverse and digital native age cohort, Generation Z, the oldest of whom are turning 24 this year, are the new must-watch generation in the housing market. Already a growing share of today’s renters, we wanted to know the little-known generation’s renting preferences compared to older generations. For this reason, we ran a…
Read MoreNashville’s The Gulch – Urban Affluence Meets Southern Flair
The Gulch is another downtown neighborhood in Nashville boasting a robust nightlife, bar and restaurant scene and lots of high-rise lofts with incredible city views. Hip young professionals mingle with tourists drawn by the country music scene for which the downtown is so revered. Expensive fine-dining establishments hang out next to dive bars and tiny…
Read More6 Tips and Tricks To Keep Clutter At Bay in Your Children’s Rooms
Before you allow your children’s rooms to become cluttered with toys, clothing and other things, it’s better to take charge of the situation and get a head start on room organization. There are many tricks that can help keep clutter away while still allowing your kids to have fun with all of their toys. Here…
Read MoreWant to Be Part of the Action in the Middle of Music City? SoBro Is the Way to Go!
If you’ve never been here, you may be surprised at the stunningly vibrant nightlife scene in downtown Nashville. SoBro is a couple of blocks south of Broadway (hence the SoBro name), the main drag where the honky-tonks are loud, and the streets are packed every Saturday night! Along with skyrocketing development in the area comes…
Read MoreDowntown Austin: High-end Living in the Heart of the Action
If you’re looking for a combination of high-tech industry, exciting dining and entertainment options and a sprinkling of the great outdoors, you can’t do better than living in downtown Austin. This vibrant city center has it all — shopping, live music, great food and plenty of outdoor space. And it all comes with 300 days…
Read MoreDonelson – A Rapidly Rising Star in the Nashville Area
With the resources and location to be one of Nashville’s hipper areas, Donelson’s residents are rallying to give their beautiful, green community the recognition it deserves. If you’re thinking about making Donelson home, you’ll have to act fast. Its mix of quiet neighborhoods, loads of green space and an active city center makes it an…
Read MoreHow to Create a Functional Homeschooling Space in an Apartment
COVID-19 has completely flipped the status quo on its head. For months now, we have gotten used to social distancing, shelter-in-place orders, regional quarantines and remote work situations. Also among these changes is the need for many schools to shift to virtual classrooms for the 2020 school year. If you’re an apartment dweller who’s trying…
Read MoreOne of Nashville’s Most Upscale Neighborhoods – Green Hills Has It All
Ask any Nashville native where the most affluent areas are to rent in, and Green Hills will be at the top of the list. With upscale restaurants, posh shops and shopping fit for Nashville’s wealthiest residents – the area is an on-trend hotspot for apartment living for those who can afford it. Where is Green…
Read MoreLooking for A Collegiate Vibe in Nashville? Midtown/Vanderbilt Is the Place to Be
Make no mistake, the students at Vanderbilt University work hard. Still, they like to play hard too, and the Midtown/Vanderbilt neighborhood comes to life in the evenings! College bars, great pubs, and upscale restaurants provide plenty of entertainment for those who live in the gorgeous condos, restored Victorian homes and uber-trendy apartment homes in the…
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