{"id":737,"date":"2026-05-12T09:55:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T09:55:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/?p=737"},"modified":"2026-06-12T11:52:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T11:52:10","slug":"what-is-rentcafe-rewards-and-how-does-it-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/what-is-rentcafe-rewards-and-how-does-it-work\/","title":{"rendered":"What is RentCafe Rewards and how does it work?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-tip-v2\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>RentCafe Rewards is a free loyalty program within the RentCafe experience, giving applicants and residents access to valuable perks and everyday benefits that fit seamlessly into their lives as renters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Members can shop offers from favorite brands, explore local deals, activate free rent payment reporting, earn points on Renter Essentials, and redeem those points for gift cards, travel, and more through the RentCafe Rewards Marketplace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-nbsp-is-nbsp-rentcafe-nbsp-rewards-nbsp\">What is RentCafe Rewards? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RentCafe Rewards is a free loyalty program for applicants and residents at participating RentCafe properties. Think of it as a personal thank-you for being a great renter \u2014 except the thanks come in the form of real, redeemable perks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The program is offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/what-is-rentcafe-and-how-does-it-work\/\">RentCafe<\/a>, the online platform that helps renters search for apartments, submit applications, move in and manage their home life in one place. RentCafe Rewards is integrated into the renting experience, helping you get more value from how you rent, without having to go anywhere else. That value comes in the form of points redeemable for rewards, ongoing local discounts and other member benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-rentcafe-rewards-work\">How does RentCafe Rewards work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you join RentCafe Rewards, you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/how-to-earn-rentcafe-rewards-points\/\">earn points<\/a> when you sign up for or use an eligible service through your RentCafe account. Services may include renters insurance, internet, security deposit replacement, rent payment reporting and other Renter Essentials. Available services vary by property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can earn even more points by shopping saved offers through your RentCafe account and uploading your receipts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can redeem your points for gift cards, travel discounts, experiences, merchandise and more through the RentCafe Rewards Marketplace, available in your dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a member, you get additional benefits at no cost: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have access to exclusive deals at businesses in your area, including restaurants, coffee shops, gyms, car washes and more. You can find and redeem local deals at any time in your RentCafe Rewards dashboard, regardless of your points balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can activate rent payment reporting for free to have your on-time payments automatically reported to major credit bureaus, helping build your credit score.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-can-join-nbsp-rentcafe-nbsp-rewards\">Who can join RentCafe Rewards?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can benefit from the RentCafe Rewards program if you: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Live in the United States (including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are 18 years old or older (19 or older in Alabama and Nebraska). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have an approved application or existing apartment lease through RentCafe. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live at a property that participates in the RentCafe Rewards program. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t meet these criteria yet, stay tuned. More properties are joining our RentCafe Rewards network every day, and we\u2019re always looking for new ways to make the program accessible to more renters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-i-join-rentcafe-rewards\">How do I join RentCafe Rewards?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>If you have an approved lease application with RentCafe, but haven\u2019t moved in yet<\/strong>:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-tabs__panel cmw-tabs__panel--mobile is-active is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-tabs__step\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"cmw-tabs__step-title\"><strong>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/onlineleasing\/apartmentsforrent\/guestlogin.aspx\">Log in<\/a> to your RentCafe account<\/strong><br>Go to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/rentcafe-move-in-checklist\/\">move-in checklist<\/a> once you\u2019re signed in.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-tabs__panel cmw-tabs__panel--mobile is-active is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p><strong>2. Look for RentCafe Rewards<br><\/strong>If your property offers it, you\u2019ll find it in the &#8220;For your move-in&#8221; section.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"282\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/2026\/05\/MICL-SS-1.png\" alt=\"RentCafe mobile app move-in checklist screen showing lease-signed status, completed tasks like animal details and vehicle information, and an option to join RentCafe Rewards before move-in date.\" class=\"wp-image-1690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/2026\/05\/MICL-SS-1.png 282w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/2026\/05\/MICL-SS-1.png?resize=196,300 196w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 282px) 100vw, 282px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>3. <strong>Complete your sign-up<\/strong><\/strong><br>Click or tap the sign-up button to join the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>If you already live at a RentCafe Rewards partner property:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-tabs__panel cmw-tabs__panel--mobile is-active is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-tabs__step\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"cmw-tabs__step-title\"><strong>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/residentservices\/apartmentsforrent\/userlogin.aspx\">Log in<\/a> to your RentCafe account<\/strong><br>Head to the \u201cRenter Essentials\u201d section from the menu.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Look for RentCafe Rewards<br><\/strong>If the program is available, follow the steps to sign up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cmw-tip\"><span>Tip: <\/span>If you don\u2019t have a RentCafe account yet, you can find your property and easily create one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/sign-up\/?step=findproperty\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>If you don\u2019t live at a property that uses RentCafe or your property doesn\u2019t participate in RentCafe Rewards yet:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned as new properties are joining the RentCafe Rewards network every day. We also encourage you to ask your property manager about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to get started? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/residentservices\/apartmentsforrent\/userlogin.aspx\">Log in<\/a> to your RentCafe account and join RentCafe Rewards today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for your next apartment? Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/\">RentCafe.com<\/a> and find your happy place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmw-faq\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774953311468\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is it free to join RentCafe Rewards?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, signing up for RentCafe Rewards is completely free. There&#8217;s no membership fee, no subscription and no hidden costs. You simply sign up through your move-in checklist or RentCafe account and start earning points, redeeming rewards and accessing your local deals. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1778161912241\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What makes RentCafe Rewards different from other loyalty programs?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">RentCafe Rewards is integrated directly into RentCafe, making it easy to earn rewards while managing the everyday parts of renting. Unlike many rewards programs, there\u2019s no separate app to download, no fee to join, and no complicated system to navigate.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1778161944697\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can my roommate and I both sign up for RentCafe Rewards?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, any adult 18 years or older (19 years or older in Alabama or Nebraska) living in the United States who has a RentCafe account can sign up.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1778161989897\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I earn points?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As a RentCafe Rewards member, you earn points when you sign up for eligible services such as security deposit replacement, renters insurance, internet and more. Points are awarded as a one-time bonus at sign-up for select services, or every month for certain ongoing services.<br \/>You can also earn points when you shop offers from your favorite brands. Browse the offers, heart your favorites, make a purchase and upload your receipts.  <br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/help\/how-to-earn-rentcafe-rewards-points\/\">Learn more about how to earn points<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1778162003328\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I redeem my points?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Once your points start adding up, you can exchange them for gift cards, travel discounts, experiences, merchandise and more through the RentCafe Rewards Marketplace, available in your dashboard. 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