Transform Your Rental Balcony or Patio into a Cozy Retreat

When you first moved into your rental, that small patio or balcony may have seemed like a charming feature. However, if you find yourself...

8 Tips for DIY Balcony Gardening

A garden balcony can give you endless hours of serene pleasure, and the nice thing about such a haven is the fact that you...

How to Grow Food In Your Apartment

I could dream about having a garden all day long (especially when I'm watching the Netflix series Cooked and listening to Michael Pollan tell...

Rentler Giveaway: We Have a Winner!

The Rentler app presents a smarter and safer way to find your next home!  At Rentler, we strive to create the best renting experience for...

Decorating your Small Rented Space

Decorating a rented home is never an easy task. Part of your budget goes to regular monthly rent payments and there are always a...

When Your Apartment is Your Office

Lately more and more offices are becoming "global" and allowing employees to work from home wherever they are. As a result, lots of people are...

Average Rent in Chicago

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...

3 Tips When Moving In with a Stranger

If you're a renter, at some point you'll likely move in with a stranger. Ideally your new roommate will be delightful and result in...

The best tech for your new apartment

Moving into a new apartment can be an exhilarating (and frustrating) experience as you settle in. You need to get a feel for the...

Beat the Heat: Tips for Keeping Your Home Cool

As amazing as the sun can feel after a long winter, there's a point when summer comes and cold air sounds better. The summer...

Living with Roommates: Tips on How to Make It Better

 The lockdown has taught us that it does matter who you’re sharing a space with. For those who work remotely, being locked in an...

Waste Management Techniques and Recycling Tips for Rental Properties

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...
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