{"id":148717,"date":"2026-08-20T06:11:30","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T13:11:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=148717"},"modified":"2026-08-20T06:52:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T13:52:59","slug":"rentcafe-feature-spotlight-ask-ren","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/renting\/rentcafe-feature-spotlight-ask-ren\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet Ren, your apartment search assistant on RentCafe.com"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\">Apartment hunting<\/a> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">usually starts the same way: You type a city, choose the number of bedrooms, set a budget and start scrolling. It works, but when you don&#8217;t know exactly what you want or your needs are harder to capture (good transit access, a quiet street, room for both a desk and a dog), you might feel the need for some guidance.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\">Ren \u2014 formerly known as AI Mode on RentCafe \u2014 is built precisely for those moments. Think of it as your apartment search assistant that helps you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments-for-rent-near-me\">find and compare apartments through conversation<\/a>. Ren lets you describe and refine a search in everyday language, then explore options sourced from trusted, up-to-date RentCafe listings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #f0e5f7; padding: 20px; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p><strong>Key takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:162;710-871\">Ren is a built-in apartment search assistant on RentCafe.com that helps you find a home through a two-way conversation, just like a personal leasing assistant.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"10:1-10:226;872-1097\">Go beyond location: You can describe your ideal apartment to Ren by mentioning your budget, preferred amenities, number of bedrooms, lifestyle or the vibe you are looking for. It all happens just like a normal conversation.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:169;1098-1266\">You can ask Ren details about the property you&#8217;re interested in, like pet policies, square footage, rent specials, side-by-side comparisons, without leaving the chat.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:112;1267-1378\">Every property, price and amenity recommended by Ren comes from active RentCafe listings; nothing is made up.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:169;1379-1547\">If you already started a search on RentCafe.com and want to take a shortcut to find your next home, just click on &#8220;Ask Ren&#8221; and the assistant will take it from there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" id=\"h-how-is-ren-different-from-regular-search\">How is Ren different from regular search?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">RentCafe\u2019s&nbsp;search feature&nbsp;already lets you describe what you want in plain language \u2014 for example, &#8220;pet-friendly 1-bedroom in Dallas under $1,800.&#8221;&nbsp;You&nbsp;describe,&nbsp;it&nbsp;finds the best matches.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\">Ren goes further. It&#8217;s an ongoing, two-way conversation. Instead of one search and a list of results, Ren actively guides you to apartments that actually match what you have in mind: It acknowledges what you&#8217;ve already told it, asks the right follow-up questions to properly understand what you&#8217;re looking for, suggests neighborhoods and the best apartments and refines results as you go.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-1-final.png?w=960\" alt=\"An image depicting a renter accessing the Ask Ren button used to launch the new feature on RentCafe.\" class=\"wp-image-150078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-1-final.png 960w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-1-final.png?resize=500,208 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-1-final.png?resize=768,320 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-1-final.png?resize=150,63 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-ren-guides-your-apartment-search-a-real-example\">How Ren guides your apartment search: A real example<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Picture this:&nbsp;You&#8217;re&nbsp;looking for a 2-bedroom in Minneapolis&nbsp;under $2,000, with easy access to public transit \u2014 but&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;not sure which&nbsp;neighborhood&nbsp;makes the most sense.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With Ren, the conversation will unfold like this:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are browsing through apartments in Minneapolis, click on Ask Ren and start typing: <em>\u201cI\u2019m looking for a 2-bedroom apartment under $2,000 a month. I need easy access to public transit, and I\u2019m not sure which neighborhood is best.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ren: <em>\u201cHi! Nice \u2014 $2,000 for a 2-bedroom gives us a solid mix across transit-friendly spots like Downtown Minneapolis, Cedar Riverside, Dinkytown, Whittier and Uptown Minneapolis, so we can balance &#8216;easy commute&#8217; with the vibe you want.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ren acknowledges the budget and transit need, suggests real neighborhoods and listings, then asks follow-up questions to refine the search further: <em>\u201cTo pick the best neighborhood for you, what matters more day-to-day: being closest to the light rail or being in a quieter area and using bus routes?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you reply: <em>\u201cI work near Downtown,\u201d<\/em> Ren refines the list to options in that area and within a short commute and updates the results in real time, while keeping your budget in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a single exchange, you get three things a one-shot filter can\u2019t deliver:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A short list of the best apartments that fit your needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Context for why the suggested neighborhoods make sense (public transit options, within budget).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A follow-up question that narrows the search further (commute destination).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW106686947 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106686947 BCX8\">Each new message<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106686947 BCX8\">&nbsp;sharpens your particular&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW106686947 BCX8\">scenario<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106686947 BCX8\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106686947 BCX8\">and the experience moves naturally from a broad search to a focused match.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW106686947 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"926\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-2-final.png?w=926\" alt=\"An image depicting a renter using Ren on RentCafe to search for an apartment through a back-and-forth conversation.\" class=\"wp-image-150080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-2-final.png 926w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-2-final.png?resize=500,442 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-2-final.png?resize=768,679 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-2-final.png?resize=150,133 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 926px) 100vw, 926px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-can-you-do-with-ren-nbsp\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What can you do with Ren?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In a conversation with Ren, you can:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Describe your priorities in plain language, from ideal location to budget and even lifestyle needs like parking or gym.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adjust your preferences as you go \u2014 change the budget, swap the bedroom count,&nbsp;look for unique&nbsp;amenities&nbsp;or remove those that are not mandatory.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ask for suggestions when you&#8217;re not sure where to start.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Switch between the chat and the map view without losing your progress.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your existing search criteria carry over automatically, so if you arrived from a search like &#8220;1-bedroom in Dallas, modern vibes&#8221; Ren picks up where you left off and only asks what it still needs to know.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-real-listings-nbsp-real-information-nbsp\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Real listings,&nbsp;real information<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ren never makes up a property, a price or an amenity. Every detail is sourced directly from trustworthy, up-to-date listings. When Ren tells you an apartment costs $2,275 or that it allows pets, that information matches what you see on the listing page itself.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This means the conversation is both helpful and grounded. Ren pulls its information from what property managers provide, so you&#8217;re getting real details straight from the source.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-plans-change-mid-search-nbsp\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW217551334 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217551334 BCX8\">When plans change mid-search<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW217551334 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Apartment hunting is rarely a straight line. Ren is built for the moments when plans change:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you change your mind.&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you decide mid-conversation that you want to drop the &#8220;in-home laundry<i>&#8220;<\/i> or increase your budget by $200, just say so. Ren updates your search and the results refresh.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you want to compare options.&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pick the properties you like best and ask it to compare them. You&#8217;ll get a summary of the most important details so you can make a quick choice.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you get no results.&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maybe your budget is too low for the location, or the amenities you\u2019re looking for are not common in that neighborhood. Ren suggests practical adjustments so you can keep exploring. That might mean revising your budget, considering a nearby neighborhood or replacing a less common amenity.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-property-level-questions-answered-right-in-the-chat\">Property-level questions, answered right in the chat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once a listing catches your eye, you don&#8217;t have to leave the chat to explore the details. Ren can help with the kinds of questions that usually require clicking through multiple pages:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pet policy details:&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;Does this building allow large dogs?&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Side-by-side comparisons:&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;How does 110 East 7th Street compare to 622 East 11th Street?&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Square footage and floor plans:&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;Which&nbsp;has&nbsp;the biggest 2-bedroom&nbsp;floorplans?&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rent specials and pricing:&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;Which apartment has move-in specials?&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Review summaries:&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;What do residents say about this property?&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can still open any listing for the full picture \u2014 photo galleries, full amenity lists, floor plans \u2014 but the routine questions get answered right inside the conversation, so you spend less time clicking and deciding.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-you-explore-listings-on-a-map\">Can you explore listings on a map?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW38299171 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38299171 BCX8\">Yes. Ren includes a map view that sits alongside the conversation. Tap the map button to switch from the chat to a map of available apartments shown as price pins. Selecting a pin opens a quick preview and you can return to the conversation any time without losing your search or results.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"926\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-3-final.png?w=926\" alt=\"A screenshot of a renter using map view within Ren on RentCafe.\" class=\"wp-image-150081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-3-final.png 926w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-3-final.png?resize=500,442 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-3-final.png?resize=768,679 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/08\/ask-ren-3-final.png?resize=150,133 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 926px) 100vw, 926px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-search-to-the-next-step\">From search to the next step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you find a place&nbsp;you like, opening the listing gives you the same full details&nbsp;you&#8217;d&nbsp;find anywhere else on&nbsp;RentCafe&nbsp;\u2014 full photo galleries, amenities,&nbsp;pricing&nbsp;and availability. From there you can contact the property, schedule a&nbsp;tour&nbsp;or start your&nbsp;online&nbsp;application, just like you would in a standard&nbsp;RentCafe&nbsp;search.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The experience stays consistent from start to finish: Ren helps you find your match and RentCafe handles the rest.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Ren right for your next apartment search?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you already know exactly what you want, traditional RentCafe search is still a great way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ren shines when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;re early in your search and still figuring things out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your needs are easier to describe than to filter (commute access, neighborhood feel, lifestyle fit).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want a helping hand rather than a list to scroll through.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can switch between the two whenever you want \u2014 and your search criteria carry over either way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s next<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is just the start. Ren will keep getting smarter, with sharper recommendations and new ways to surface useful insights, so the apartment search experience on RentCafe gets easier and better as it evolves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments-for-rent-near-me\">Start browsing RentCafe today<\/a> and see how a quick conversation can turn into a successful apartment search.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #f0e5f7; padding: 20px; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Q: What is Ren?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Ren is a conversational search tool on RentCafe. You tell it what you&#8217;re looking for in plain language, and it guides you to the right match through a back-and-forth conversation, asking follow-up questions, suggesting neighborhoods and refining results in real time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: How is Ren different from regular RentCafe search?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Ren<span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231230101 BCX8\">&nbsp;is a two-way conversation that actively guides you \u2014 acknowledging what <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231230101 BCX8\">you\u2019ve<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231230101 BCX8\"> already shared, asking what it still needs to know and adjusting as you change your mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Are the apartments Ren shows real?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Yes. Ren only surfaces real, available apartments from live RentCafe listings. <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142157402 BCX8\">It&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW142157402 BCX8\">will not<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142157402 BCX8\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142157402 BCX8\">invent&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142157402 BCX8\">a property, a&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142157402 BCX8\">price<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142157402 BCX8\"> or an amenity. Every detail comes from up-to-date listing data<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Do I need to start from scratch when switching to Ren?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>No. Ren carries over your existing search criteria \u2014 location, price, bedroom count and any filters \u2014 so you can continue where you left off.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Do I have to know the exact filters I want?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>No, Ren infers filters from how you describe your life. Mention a dog and it adds pet-friendly. Say you work from home and it looks for a home office. Describe a family of four and it recommends a bedroom range. You can also describe what\u2019s nearby (\u201cnear Union Square,\u201d \u201cclose to campus\u201d) instead of guessing the zip code.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Can I ask Ren about specific apartments?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Yes. You can ask about pet policies, square footage, rent specials or resident reviews, and even compare two listings side by side.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: What happens if my search returns very few or no results?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Ren will suggest ways to broaden your search, like adjusting your budget, considering nearby neighborhoods or relaxing a hard-to-find amenity, so you can keep exploring.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Can I change my mind mid-search?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Yes. Ren adapts in real time. Tell it you want to raise your budget, drop a requirement or look in a different area. It updates your search profile and refreshes the results.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Can I still use the map view in Ren?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Yes<span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW9719039 BCX8\">! You can switch between chat and map view at any time. The map shows you exactly where your suggested rentals are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW9719039 BCX8\">located<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW9719039 BCX8\">, so you can get a sense of the neighborhood and surroundings. Keep in mind that the map in Ren is designed to complement your chat results \u2014 moving around the map <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW9719039 BCX8\">won&#8217;t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW9719039 BCX8\"> update your listings the way it does in the standard search. To refine your results, just ask Ren in the chat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: What happens when I find a listing I like?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>A: <\/strong>Y<span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228501681 BCX8\">ou can open the listing to view full details, then contact the property, schedule a tour or start your application<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228501681 BCX8\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228501681 BCX8\">&nbsp;the same way you would in a standard&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW228501681 BCX8\">RentCafe<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228501681 BCX8\"> search.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Q: Is Ren available for all cities?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A: Yes. 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