How Color Affects Your Home. Anti-Flash White
While we don't like to pick favorites, there's one room type that always makes our design hearts flutter: an All-White interior. While a bleached-out...
How to Embrace Sustainable Living as a Tenant
As the years go by, more people are starting to watch the news and face the facts that it's time to live a more sustainable...
A Simple Fix for Annoying Cabinets
This blog post might seem kind of random, but I recently fixed a problem that has been plaguing my apartment for months and thought it...
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...
Modernizing Your Home: Upgrades Renters Can Make on a Small Budget
Renting can be a great option for many — you have a stable but flexible living situation, and the cost of any major projects...
To Rent or Own? A Look at the Pros and Cons...
If you're considering renting an apartment, it's important to weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks before making a decision. Whether you're a student, a...
The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Apartment Cool
As the temperature rises, it's time to optimize your apartment for the warmer months. Cooling down your living space is not only a matter...
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...
What’s Your Holiday Decorating Style?
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...
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...
3 Easy Ways to Spring Clean Your Apartment
Sorry, not trying to be rude, but your apartment is looking a little sad. It’s totally understandable. We’ve all spent the last few months...
Rental Ready for the Holidays: Decorating Tips for Apartment Living
Just because you're in a rented space doesn't mean you can't infuse it with holiday cheer and style. We've curated a collection of creative...













