Moving from a dorm to an apartment: 5 things to leave...
A dorm is a good primer for life outside your parent's house. But the real pinnacle of adulting comes when you move into your...
Cleaning Green: Part One
One day as I was hunched over my tub, spraying heavy-duty bleach cleaner without a care in my small apartment bathroom that has no windows, the thought...
How to Keep Your Apartment Cool
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,...
Budget Décor Ideas for Small Rental Homes
Moving to a new home gives you an opportunity to redo the entire interior. We all love living in places that are a manifestation...
5 Smart Solutions for Organizing Your Small Kitchen
If you have a small kitchen, keeping it organized can be a challenge. But fear not, with a few simple solutions, you can optimize...
Should You Buy Smaller Furniture for Your Rental?
Common sense dictates that when you live in a small space, you don't want too many big pieces of furniture. At the same time,...
Understanding Emotional Support Animals (ESAs): A Guide for Landlords and Tenants
Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) play a crucial role in the lives of many people with emotional or psychological disabilities. The rental industry often grapples...
The Perfect Apartment Based on Your Zodiac Sign. Part 1
Moving into your new apartment is an exciting experience! However, it can be hard to figure out where to begin when it comes to...
Let There Be Light in your Rental
Moody indoor ambiance has a time and a place, but you don't always want it to be dark when you're trying to rent to someone. If...
5 things you need for your student apartment
Despite everyone’s best efforts, summer is winding down. If you’re heading to college this fall, you’ve probably either settled into your new place or...
How To: Soundproof Your Apartment
Nothing can make you despise your rental quicker than excessive noise. Like when you discover you have the kind of neighbors who do intense cardio at...
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...
