Apartment Rents Stabilize as the National Average Reaches $1,476 in OctoberÂ
Key takeaways: The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year and 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,476 in October, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Rents in 65% of the 260 analyzed cities are below the national average, while the remaining 35% are above $1,476. Apartment rates in most major renter hubs in…
Read More10 Things Every Adult Should Have in Their Living Room
The living room is the heart of your home. This is especially true in an era when people are increasingly choosing to entertain themselves and others at home—rather than head out to expensive bars and restaurants every few days. But, furnishing and decorating an adult living room for both cozy nights in and entertaining guests…
Read MoreIs Miami Overrated? Not If You Appreciate Enterprise and Fashion!
There are many good reasons to appreciate Miami, and tourists flock here for the weather, the beaches and the nightlife. But the city also has growing IT and media sectors, for example, which tap into a workforce with skills and enthusiasm. And because the city is so well-known for its style, fashion is also a big deal…
Read MoreLife 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 de Leon Avenue to the North, and the Marta Green line to the South. Although the area fell into despair during the 1960s, today it has had a resurgence of…
Read More5 of the Best Self-Storage Facilities in Greater Boulder, CO
The Boulder metro area has plenty going for it – located at an altitude of over 5,000 feet and overlooking the iconic Flatiron Mountains, it’s the perfect destination for people interested in an outdoorsy lifestyle. From hiking to rafting and skiing, you can pretty much do it all once you’re in Boulder. However, as important…
Read MoreTop 10 Reasons to Move to Nashville
Nashville, the capital of the state of Tennessee, may only be the 24th most populous city in the US but it makes a big impression. Its name is synonymous with country music, but it is also provides a wide variety of entertainment to residents and tourists alike. In addition, there is the culinary scene, and…
Read MoreDaylight & Electricity Savings: 5 Ways to Prepare Your Rental for Shorter and Colder Days
There is nothing quite like the end of daylight savings time to truly remind us that summer is officially over and fall has arrived to usher in the cold winter season. Fewer hours of sunlight combined with colder mornings and evenings, and suddenly the electricity bill is up significantly from one month to another –…
Read More10 Things Every Adult Should Have in Their Dining Area
Your transition into adulthood will be marked by several defining moments: moving out of your parents’ home, accepting your first job, getting your own phone plan …  and even hosting your first dinner. At some point during your 20s, you’ll most likely feel the need to move up from chips to appetizers and from red…
Read MoreTips and Projects for a Bathroom Upgrade in Your Rental
Depending on the specifics of your rental agreement, there are limits to the kinds of improvements and additions you can make to the apartment or home you are renting. Before making any holes or major changes to the property, review your lease or check with your landlord to make sure you will not incur any…
Read MoreBrowsing San Antonio: 12 Apps for Digitizing Your Stay in Alamo City
San Antonio is a city that brings various cultures and lives together, celebrating its diversity through festivals, events, and its bustling day-to-day life. Being the second-largest city in Texas and the seventh-largest in the entire country, San Antonio can sometimes be a maze full of surprises. Whether you’re new in the city or you’ve been…
Read MoreHow 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 style that’s also comfortable for day-to-day living. So, if you’re looking to integrate Bohemian vibes in your rental apartment, check out these tips to learn how it’s done. Boho Basics…
Read MoreGetting Around in the ATX: 13 Useful Apps for Locals and Visitors of Austin
Austin is a cosmopolitan city of politicians, enlightened college students, and do-gooders. The once small town is a present-day musical paradise with roots deeply entrenched in a cultural combination that wouldn’t happen anywhere else. As the fastest growing city in the U.S., locals and visitors alike need help navigating the rapidly changing city. It’s almost…
Read More10 Things You Need to Know about Seattle before You Move There
Seattle is a beyond–popular moving destination in the United States, and the reasons for that vary from the large number of tech companies in the area that provide high-paying jobs to the city’s amazing location and access to nature. Since the beginning of the decade, Seattle’s population has grown by 18%, according to US Census data. The city currently has a population of about 730,000 residents, while the greater Seattle area is home to another 3.5 million people. With so many…
Read MoreHow to Host a Halloween Party in Your Rental Apartment
It’s the spookiest time of the year! Halloween is a popular holiday for both children and adults; as such, it requires a proper party. If you like to play host, but you’re feeling constrained by living in a rental, don’t worry. There are plenty of tricks to spook up your apartment—without frightening your landlord. Theme…
Read MoreDowntown 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 years ago, the city skyline was just a collection of low buildings mainly huddled around Flagler Street. Since then, it has expanded into a sprawling collection of more than 300…
Read More5 of the Best Self-Storage Facilities in the Bronx
The Bronx, although going through a process of gentrification, is still the most affordable New York City borough in terms of housing. The average rent in Bronx is $1,113 per month, as stated by the US Census. That’s a lot less expensive than Brooklyn, where average rents reached $2,965 in October, or Queens, where renting…
Read MoreCelebrate a Safe Halloween with These Kid-friendly Decorating Tips
Summer is over and we all know what that means: Halloween is the right around the corner. And, if your newsfeed hasn’t reminded you that you need to decorate yet, your children definitely will! For a lot of parents, it can be an annual challenge to look after their little ones on this spooky night…
Read More8 Questions to Ask Before Signing a Lease Agreement
Finding that perfect apartment is cause for celebration, and one of the next steps to make it a renter’s new home is to sign the lease agreement. But before renters sign on the dotted line and enter into a rental agreement, there are some important things they need to know and understand about this legally…
Read MoreEasy Moving & Packing Tips To Make Your Next Move Simpler
The moving process encompasses more than it’s usually assumed, with tasks like hiring a quality moving company, purchasing boxes and packing supplies, and strategically loading a truck. Without proper planning, a move can turn into a very overwhelming situation. If you are looking for some easy tips to make this process quicker, use this checklist to…
Read MoreThe National Average Rent Declined for the First Time in Two Years, Dipping to $1,471
Key takeaways: The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Apartment rates in a majority of small and large cities registered either minor decreases or stagnated. In more than half of the nation’s largest renter hubs…
Read MoreMissouri Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. St. Charles, MO renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $984 per month. St. Peters apartments are the most expensive, while…
Read MoreMississippi Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Pearl, MS renters saw the highest annual rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $863 per month. Flowood apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreIndiana Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Granger, IN renters saw the highest annual rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $1,290 per month. Granger apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in Anderson…
Read MoreCook County Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Glenview, IL renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $1,932 per month. Evanston apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreIowa Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Altoona, IA renters saw the highest annual rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $960 per month. Ankeny apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreKentucky Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Elizabethtown, KY renters saw the highest annual rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $776 per month. Newport apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreMassachusetts Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Amherst, MA renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $1,582 per month. Boston apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in Holyoke…
Read MoreSouthern California Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Gardena, CA renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $1,423 per month. Santa Monica apartments are the most expensive, while apartments…
Read MoreMichigan Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Fenton, MI renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $971 per month. Allendale apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreMinnesota Rent Report – September 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year but dipped by 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,471 in September according to data from Yardi Matrix. Richfield, MN renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in September, with the average rate reaching $1,107 per month. Golden Valley apartments are the most expensive, while apartments…
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