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Dec 18, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Adina Dragos |Alexandra Both |Veronica Grecu |Mihaela Buzec
If you find yourself struggling to find last-minute decor ideas, you might be burnt out from all the noise surrounding holiday decorations. As everyone chimes in with the latest trends and this season’s “must-haves”, decision fatigue can settle in fast. And especially as a renter, you might be surrounded by tricks that you cannot implement in a rental apartment. That’s why we reached out to expert interior designers to help cut through the clutter.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Mihaela Buzec |Veronica Grecu |Alexandra Both |Adina Dragos
Dreaming of that perfect place to live? Look no further! After analyzing 139 U.S. metros and using 17 key metrics to assess factors like cost of living, access to lifestyle amenities, and community spirit, we believe we’ve found the ideal locations — and it all hinges on livability. But, what exactly is livability? Think of it as the combination of all of the reasons that make you happy to call a place home.
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Jun 28, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Adina Dragos |Veronica Grecu
Key TakeawaysCharleston, SC, is this year’s best city to rent in for the second year in a row, followed by Atlanta in second place and Sarasota, FL, in third place. San Marcos, TX, ranks best for cost of living and housing; Miami leads in local economy; and Washington, D.C., has the best quality of life. The South claims 38 of the top 50 best places for renters to live in 2024.
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May 8, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Adina Dragos |Alexandra Both |Mihaela Buzec
When you think of Las Vegas, you probably envision a nonstop party of glitz and glamour among the iconic lights of the strip. While its casinos, crooners, luxury shopping, and acrobatic shows are fun (and a must-have experience for those visiting for the first time), the city is much more than just a pretty face! Las Vegas holds a fascinating history, warm and welcoming people, and deep cultural roots.
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Apr 27, 2024 | 
southfloridareporter.com | Adina Dragos
By TAKEAWAYS* Minneapolis is renters’ first pick for apartment-hunting for the fourth month in a row. * Overland Park, KS, overtakes Atlanta for second place this month. * Renters show a preference for cities on the West Coast when it comes to apartment hunting. * Montgomery, AL, makes a stunning debut, jumping 134 positions to break into the top 10 most sought-after cities.
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Feb 16, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Alexandra Both |Adina Dragos |Mihaela Buzec
If you’ve ever been to Philadelphia (also known as the City of Brotherly Love), you know it’s the perfect marriage of a modern metropolis and a historical mecca. The people are more than happy to point you in the right direction for the best hotel to stay in downtown, the best place to do a little shopping, and, of course, where to get the best Philly cheesesteak. Philadelphia is also a city of firsts, making it one of the most historically interesting places in the country.
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Feb 14, 2024 | 
southfloridareporter.com | Adina Dragos
Here’s a new rental activity report from RentCafe’. TakeawaysMinneapolis stays in the lead as the most sought-after city by renters at the start of 2024. The West overtakes the Midwest as the most popular region for renters in January, with 11 cities in the top 30. Wichita, KS, saw the highest surge in popularity, climbing 89 positions and landing at #19. Renting is the new buying as home prices are still high.
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Jan 31, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Adina Dragos |Andrea Neculae
Minneapolis stays in the lead as the most sought-after city by renters at the start of 2024. The West overtakes the Midwest as the most popular region for renters in January, with 11 cities in the top 30. Wichita, KS, saw the highest surge in popularity, climbing 89 positions and landing at #19. Renting is the new buying as home prices are still high. Meanwhile, the start of the year is the best time for renters to look for deals on a new place to call home.
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Jan 22, 2024 | 
rentcafe.com | Adina Dragos |Andrea Neculae |Alexandra Both
From 2021 to 2024, the number of apartments scheduled for conversion from old office spaces increased from 12,100 to 55,300. Office conversions now represent 38% of the 147,000 apartments in future adaptive reuse projects. The average age of office buildings to be transformed into rentals is 72 years, 20 years younger than those previously converted. The trend is most prominent in Washington, D.C. (5,820 units), followed by New York (5,215 units) and Dallas (3,163 units).
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Nov 28, 2023 | 
rentcafe.com | Adina Dragos |Veronica Grecu |Alexandra Both |Andrea Neculae
In the world of renting, there’s a delicate balance between space and location, as represented best in renters’ eternal dilemma: How far can I stretch my dollar? Imagine being torn between a spacious, suburban apartment and a cozy downtown studio — both at the same price!Fortunately, RentCafe’s latest analysis of apartment square footage can help you find the sweet spots of space and location in the 50 largest U.S. cities.
