In our stories we convey relevant stats about the pulse of the local markets as well as the national and state level dynamics. Our monthly apartment market reports bring you up to speed on the latest trends, our research reports dissect timely housing-related phenomena that affect your daily life, and the lifestyle stories on the blog offer an extensive supply of pro tips for renting. The in-house team of analysts and writers at RentCafe does the legwork, so you can get your daily dose of apartment news in a clear and easy-to-read form. Our studies are based on trusted market intelligence sources such as Yardi Matrix, the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and other public - government and third-party - databases.
Our Data and Methodology
The data on average rents included in our reports and articles comes directly from competitively-rented (market-rate) large-scale multifamily properties (50+ units in size), in over 130 markets across the U.S., via telephone survey. The data is compiled and reported by our sister company Yardi Matrix, a business development and asset management tool for brokers, sponsors, banks and equity sources underwriting investments in the multifamily, office, industrial and self-storage sectors. Fully-affordable properties are not included in the survey and are not reported in rental rate averages. All other data used in our stories comes from public government or trusted third-party databases and is the most current available at the time of publication.
Contact Us
For any media, press, and blog related inquiries, please contact
our team via:
- Email: media@rentcafe.com
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Meet Our Staff Writers
Veronica Grecu is a senior creative writer and researcher for RentCafe. With more than 10 years of experience in the real estate industry, she covers a variety of topics in residential and commercial real estate, including trends and industry news. Previously, she was involved in producing content for Multi-Housing News, Commercial Property Executive and Yardi Matrix. Veronica's academic background includes a B.A. in Applied Modern Languages and an M.A. in Advertising and PR.
Alexandra Both is a senior creative writer with RentCafe. She has more than six years of real estate writing experience as a senior editor with Commercial Property Executive and Multi-Housing News. She is a seasoned journalist, who has previously worked in print, online and broadcast media. Alexandra has a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Community Development.
Mihaela Buzec is a senior writer and online content developer for RentCafe. She covers topics about everything related to the renting lifestyle, from decorating and interior design to finding the right apartment, frugal living, money saving advice, and more. She dives deep into topics of interest, writing well-researched comprehensive guides on subjects such as renting with pets, saving on utilities, or avoiding rental scams to help renters stay informed and live smart. Mihaela holds a BA in English and German Language and Literature, an MA in Current Linguistics, and she is currently pursuing a PhD in neurolinguistics.
Adina Dragos is a creative writer at RentCafe, with a passion for reading, research and cats. As a fellow renter, Adina's articles cover various topics such as the state of the real estate market or how creative interior design choices improve the experience of living in a rental. She also enjoys exploring subjects like urbanization, green living and historical buildings. Adina has a BA in English and Norwegian Language and Literature.
Florin Petrut is a creative writer with RentCafe, using his experience as a social media specialist and love for storytelling to create insightful reports and studies on the rental market. A sci-fi enthusiast at heart, Florin enjoys diving into imaginative worlds. He holds a BA in Journalism and an MA in Digital Media and Game Studies.
Meet Our Media Relations Team
Joanna Truscan is a senior marketing and communications specialist with RentCafe, with over six years of experience in the field. She has previously held various roles including PR for major events, media relations, branding, copywriting, and social media management. Working with prominent journalists from top publications such as The New York Times, Forbes, Business Insider, CBS, and The Mercury News, Joanna is focused on bringing RentCafe's insightful market reports and real estate news to a broad audience. When she's not immersed in real estate news and data, she likes to spend her free time outdoors, doing all sorts of mountain sports. Joanna holds a BFA in History of Arts and Conservation.
Esther Urmosi is a marketing and communications specialist with RentCafe. She enjoys being active, spending time in nature with her miniature bull terrier, and reading. Esther is captivated by the dynamic field of real estate and the constant changes it encounters. She enjoys sharing the most interesting trends taking place in the real estate market with the rest of the world. Esther's work has resulted in media pickups by publications such as The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Business Journals, URBANIZE, The Journal Record, and Al DÃa News. Esther holds a BA in Language Arts and Literature, and an MA in Advanced Communication Techniques. She has been working in the field of PR and communication for more than 5 years.
Maurie Irimia is a marketing & communications specialist with RentCafe. She chases growth by volunteering and taking part in personal development projects, and she thrives on building connections with journalists to help transform RentCafe’s data into digestible insights. Her collaborations resulted in engaging stories that have gained exposure in respected media outlets, including The Seattle Times, Star Tribune, Fox News, CBS, and MLive. A lover of both quiet moments and outdoor thrills, Maurie enjoys baking, reading and trying out all sorts of new things. When she’s not digging into the latest real estate facts and figures, she’ll be engaged in activities that involve either creativity or physical movement. Maurie holds a BA in Journalism and an MA in International Communication.
Diana Zaharie is a marketing and communications specialist for RentCafe, with three years of experience in the field. Her expertise shines through in building meaningful relationships with bloggers and media professionals across the United States, contributing to RentCafe’s growing media presence. Known for her creative approach to marketing challenges, Diana combines strategic thinking with innovative solutions to deliver impactful results. In her free time, Diana is an enthusiastic artist who channels her creativity into crafting and painting. Her adventurous spirit leads her to explore new destinations whenever possible, satisfying her love for travel and discovery.
For media inquiries, the quickest way to get in touch with our media relations team is to email media@rentcafe.com.
RentCafe in the News
RentCafe has been empowering local and national journalists & bloggers with exclusive real estate research, analyses, and eye-grabbing visuals. Here are just a few of our most recent media mentions:
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