Apartment Life

Do you still make resolutions on New Year's Day? Even though I know the chance of them sticking is very slim, the organized list-making side...

Even though fall is winding down and winter is about to hit, you can still bring a final burst of fall color and texture...

Are you planning an upcoming vacation? Nice, everyone deserves a break once in awhile. Before you pack your bags and hit the road, there...

When it comes to choosing an apartment, it’s important to consider everything from the appearance of the property to waste management. Finding an apartment...

Summer is the best. Except when you don't have air conditioning in your four story walk-up and you spend those hazy summer nights Googling,...

Hey, good news: the rising cost of renting a place is steadily slowing down. Why the change? According to this article, it's because of...

I have a theory that there are two types of people when it comes to apartment-dwelling decorators; the type that saves valuable space for...

TL;DR: As of early 2026, the average rent in Chicago is about $2,450 per month, with studios around $1,700, one-bedroom apartments near $2,300, and...

Winter is always long, and by time March rolls it’s nice to have something to remind you that the dead, frozen landscape won’t last...

We could all use a splash of color in our homes from time to time, and red has long been a go-to in both...

Renting can be a great option for many — you have a stable but flexible living situation, and the cost of any major projects...

In case you missed part one, I'm testing out natural house cleaning supplies to see what works and what doesn't. This time around I focused...