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Best Cities for College Grads 2025

Lilly Milman

Apr 14, 2025

Trying to decide where to live after graduation? In our 2024 Best Cities for College Grads list, we've identified the cities across the U.S. that offer the best balance of opportunity, affordability, and fun for recent college graduates.

Report: February 2025 Rent Trends

Lilly Milman

Mar 03, 2025

On Monday, March 3, we published our monthly National Rent Report, highlighting national rent trend data as well as rent price data by state and by city.

The Most Competitive Rental Markets Right Now

Lilly Milman

Feb 18, 2025

We calculated the most competitive rental markets in the U.S. right now, using our rental data as well as the Q4 vacancy rates released by the U.S. Census Bureau on February 5, 2025. The Hartford, CT metro area came out on top.

Report: January 2025 Rent Trends

Lilly Milman

Feb 04, 2025

On Monday, February 3, we published our monthly National Rent Report, highlighting national rent trend data as well as rent price data by state and by city.

Where to Find the Cheapest Rent in America (2025)

Claire Nicholas

Feb 03, 2025

Looking to spend less on rent? Here are 10 cities where renters can find a one-bedroom apartment below the national median rent price.

How to How To Meet Your Apartment Neighbors and Build Community In Your Neighborhood

Claire Nicholas

Jan 14, 2025

According to Willy Charleton, a board member of The Neighborhood Association of The Back Bay, engaging with your neighborhood and fostering connections is worth it — and not always quite as intimidating as you’d think. Charleton shared some practical tips on how to make friends, forge meaningful relationships, and create a thriving new community right where you live.

What is Post-War Architecture? The Definition, Pros, and Cons

Claire Nicholas

Jan 09, 2025

In the mid-19th century after World War II, particularly in the late 1940s through the 1960s, life was all about change and new construction. In line with this cultural shift, a new architectural style and movement emerged in real estate. Socio-economic changes and the need for rebuilding in war-torn regions informed the style, known as post-war architecture.

A Finance Professional Shares Tips for Boosting Your Credit Score

Claire Nicholas

Dec 05, 2024

If you’re looking for an extra edge when it comes down to the dreaded application process, optimizing your credit score can help. That’s why we spoke to finance associate Allyson Lynch, whose insights into managing your credit can give you that push you need to clinch the apartment you want.

Are These Popular Apartment and Home Hacks Worth Trying?

Claire Nicholas

Nov 19, 2024

With so much information at our fingertips, discerning true solutions from clever marketing can be tricky. So, to save you the time, we dug a little deeper to find out which of renter-friendly hacks actually work and which, as good as they may sound, don’t measure up to their promises of miraculous fixes, reversals, and upgrades.

The 5 Most and Least Expensive Neighborhoods to Rent in Boston Right Now

Lilly Milman

Nov 12, 2024

In this report, we wanted to take a deeper look into which neighborhoods are driving the price hikes in Greater Boston and which are offering renters some relief. Read on to find out the top 5 most and least expensive neighborhoods to rent in Boston right now.

The 5 Most and Least Expensive Neighborhoods to Rent in New York City Right Now

Lilly Milman

Nov 12, 2024

In this report, we wanted to take a deeper look into which neighborhoods are driving the price hikes in New York City and which are offering renters some relief. Read on to find out the top 5 most and least expensive neighborhoods to rent in New York City right now.

Which Apartment Amenities Impact Rent Prices Most?

ApartmentAdvisor Editorial Team

Nov 12, 2024

There are a lot of things to consider when searching for your new apartment, including which apartment amenities are most important to you. But how much will it cost to get all the extra perks on your wish list? This report shows which popular apartment amenities drive up rents the most, and by how much.

Strategies to Hide Unsightly Items in Every Room in Your Apartment

Claire Nicholas

Nov 07, 2024

With just a few hacks and easy additions to your storage, decor, and more, you can keep your home looking tidy and stylish while elevating your unit’s overall organization. 

Report: October 2024 Rent Trends

Lilly Milman

Nov 05, 2024

On Monday, November 4, we published our monthly National Rent Report, highlighting national rent trend data as well as rent price data by state and by city.

6 Strategies to Finding an Apartment in a Competitive Market

Claire Nicholas

Oct 31, 2024

In highly desirable areas, a lack of apartment vacancies and an influx of potential renters is a problem can slow the apartment search process and make it quite stressful. But if you approach the apartment search strategically, you’ll find that your dream apartment isn’t as far out-of-reach as you may have thought.

How Did Housing Costs Affect the Last Presidential Election in Boston?

Lilly Milman

Oct 29, 2024

With the 2024 American Presidential Election coming up, we wanted to look back at the last election and learn more about how Boston votes on a neighborhood level using election data from the City of Boston. Read on for our findings on the relationships between median rent prices and voter registration, voter turnout, and political party affiliation.

Check Out This Renter-Friendly Fall Decor Transformation

Claire Nicholas

Oct 22, 2024

Interior design enthusiast and NYC nurse Emily Auffrey takes us through her fall apartment transformation, complete with easy and budget-friendly DIY projects galore.

Everything You Need to Know about Americana or Heritage Interior Design

Claire Nicholas

Oct 17, 2024

With touches of farmhouse and traditional styles and a level of detail that approaches maximalism, Americana interior design is all about welcoming energy and good craftsmanship. 

What Cleaning Supplies Should I Use to Clean My Apartment?

Claire Nicholas

Oct 11, 2024

With flu season approaching, the fall is a good time to evaluate your cleaning regimen and ensure you're prepared for the months ahead. To make it easier, here’s our essential cleaning supplies list ahead of flu season.

Everything You Need to Know Before You Paint Your Apartment's Walls

Claire Nicholas

Oct 09, 2024

Before you start your DIY painting project you’ll want to know exactly what you’re getting into. That’s why it can help to approach the task with as much background knowledge and know-how as you can. Read on for our painting tips.

Report: September 2024 Rent Trends

Lilly Milman

Oct 03, 2024

On Tuesday, October 1, we published our monthly National Rent Report, highlighting national rent trend data as well as rent price data by state and by city. To create this report, we analyze rent trends in 100 major U.S. cities.

What to Do if You Get Locked Out of Your Apartment

Lilly Milman

Sep 27, 2024

It’s an unfortunate accident that happens to everyone at least once: You ran out of the house for just a moment, only to return and realize that the door was locked behind you. If you’ve found yourself in this situation for the first time, it’s important not to panic. In this guide, we offer a few possible solutions as well as some suggestions that may help you avoid getting locked out again in the future.

What is a Building Superintendent and What Do They Do?

Lilly Milman

Sep 25, 2024

A building superintendent, often shortened to just a building “super,” is like a property manager and handyman wrapped into one role. In this article, we go through what a building superintendent's responsibilities are, why they’re beneficial to have in your building, and more.

Should You Rent this Apartment? 9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Signing a Lease

Claire Nicholas

Sep 23, 2024

There are questions that you may not think to ask yourself when apartment hunting, especially if you’re a first-time renter or if you’re moving to a completely new city. That’s why we’re here to ask those other important questions for you.

A Room-By-Room Guide to Doing Minor Maintenance in Your Apartment

Claire Nicholas

Sep 19, 2024

We all know the feeling when something in your apartment begins to malfunction — one minute you’re doing the dishes, and the next, you’re debating whether to text your landlord about the clogged sink. Not every issue requires a call to your landlord; in this guide, we asked a professional handyman for tips on how to do minor maintenance at home.

Which Neighborhoods in Boston Have the Most Rats?

Lilly Milman

Sep 17, 2024

We wanted to figure out exactly where the rodents are congregating in one of the “rattiest cities in America” — and how much they’re paying in rent. The findings may surprise you. In this report, we used 311 data to measure rat incidents per capita as well as our own rental data to find the relationship between rent prices and rat populations.

Industrial Interior Design: Everything You Need to Know

Claire Nicholas

Sep 09, 2024

Industrial interior design is a style that embraces the beauty of unrefined decor elements, with the result being living spaces that are edgy, modern, and historical all at once. This timeless design approach draws inspiration from old factories and urban spaces, and can be as simple or as complex as you want to make it.

Report: August 2024 Rent Trends

Lilly Milman

Sep 05, 2024

On Tuesday, September 3, we published our monthly National Rent Report, highlighting national rent trend data as well as rent price data by state and by city. To create this report, we analyze rent trends in 100 major U.S. cities.

Why Have Less Boston Apartments Been Rented This Year?

Lilly Milman

Sep 03, 2024

There's something up with the Boston rental market. As of the end of August, a much greater number of apartments with 9/1 move-in dates were still on the market, and that’s unusual. This new reality has meant some property owners have had to adjust their price strategy or risk having a vacant apartment in September.

A Room by Room Guide to Packing Efficiently for a Move

Claire Nicholas

Aug 26, 2024

While you can’t avoid the task of packing itself, you can make the prospect of fitting everything in your moving vehicle a bit less daunting with these room-by-room packing tips. Bonus: None of these require fancy packing materials.

The Most Affordable Beachfront Cities in the U.S.

Lilly Milman

Aug 22, 2024

Wish you could live on the beach? For many, living by the waterfront feels like a dream — an expensive one at that. However, it doesn’t need to be. We decided to find out where the lowest cost cities were within 15 miles of the beach are, including oceanfront beaches and lakefront beaches.

Apartment Tour: How This Actress Turned Her Tiny Upper East Side Apartment into a Maximalist Oasis

Claire Nicholas

Aug 20, 2024

Actress Jillian Marie Sayegh was sketched out by her current Upper East Side apartment listing, but the price was too good to pass up — and a psychic had told her that her dream apartment was coming to her way. Sayegh toured the place, decided it had good bones and lots of potential — and has completely transformed the space since then. Here's her apartment transformation tour.

What is a Co-Op Apartment? The Definition, Pros, and Cons

Lilly Milman

Aug 16, 2024

Cooperative housing, co-op for short (also styled as coop), is a unique kind of housing option — existing in the in between of renting and owning a home. In this article, we’ll explore what a co-op apartment is, how it works, how it’s different from renting or purchasing property, and what the pros and cons of buying into a co-op building are.

Tips for When Your Apartment Doesn’t Get Natural Light

Lilly Milman

Aug 14, 2024

Natural light is hard to replicate. Luckily, there are a few tips and tricks you can try out to make the most of the light you do get in a dark room and to make your home look and feel sunnier.