U.S. apartment sizes are growing: Where are renters gaining the most space?
If you’re hoping for larger floor plans, the good news is that apartment sizes have increased in 2025 compared to the previous year. More precisely, floor plans currently average 910 square feet nationwide with every unit type having gained additional…
Millennial housing report: Where they’re buying homes and where they’re still renting
There’s more to Millennials than brunches and air fryers. In recent years, many have decided to settle down and buy homes. In fact,…
Rental competition climbs, Silicon Valley heating up fastest
Rental season got off to a tighter start this year, and nowhere is that clearer than in Miami, where about 16 renters now…
$1,500 rent budget: How much apartment space can you get in 200 U.S. cities?
If you have a $1,500 budget to rent an apartment, where you choose to live makes all the difference. In McAllen, TX, one…
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Miami vs. Los Angeles: A cost of living comparison for coast-hopping renters
Thinking about trading Miami’s tropical vibe for life in high-energy Los Angeles? Plenty of renters make the move each year. Miami has long…
Searching for apartments in late August: How to win the tail end of peak season
Searching for apartments at the end of peak season means moving fast, staying flexible and keeping your paperwork ready. Late-summer demand is still…
A renter’s guide to public transit in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale, FL, is known for its beaches, canals and year-round sunshine, but it also offers renters a surprisingly varied mix of ways…
Baltimore, MD vs. Washington, D.C.: Which city fits your renter budget?
Thinking about a move from Baltimore to Washington, D.C.? The nation’s capital has long been a magnet for renters chasing career opportunities and world-class culture,…
Neighborhood Guides
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…
Discover East Atlanta—The Hip, Bohemian Neighborhood of Atlanta
Updated September 2020. East Atlanta is the bohemian-chic neighborhood just east of downtown Atlanta, which many young locals call home. The area has…
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…
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…
Kirkwood, Atlanta: A Community With Small City Appeal
Updated September 2020. Kirkwood is a national historic neighborhood located on the east side of Atlanta, in DeKalb County. Once a bustling streetcar…
Candler Park: The Tranquil Neighborhood Inside Vibrant Atlanta
Updated September 2020. Surrounded by a wall of tall, green trees, Candler Park is a lovely residential community, east of the city core….
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Moving soon? Here’s what you need to know about changing your address
Are you heading to a new apartment? If so, we know that moving out of one apartment and into a new one can…
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After spending days, weeks, or even months looking, you’ve finally found a rental apartment or house that fits your needs and budget. But…
Breed restrictions: What to know when renting with pets
Pets are family, and your four-legged buddies are a big factor in major decisions, including renting an apartment. The entire process of searching…