Articles for Tenants

Rental life can be stressful, we’re here to help. In the tenants section of Four Walls you’ll find temporary home decor ideas, tips for negotiating with your landlord, and more.

New Hobbies to Try That Your Small Apartment Can Handle

Hobbies are exciting new ventures, but they can also take up a lot of real estate. Some require deep investment in materials, while others...

Tips for a Healthy Living Environment in Your Rental

Living in a rental can be challenging when it comes to creating a healthy living environment. However, with a few simple tips and tricks,...

Renter-Friendly Green Upgrades for Lasting Climate Benefits

If you are like the 31% of Gen Zers that love the idea of living in a two-bedroom apartment and you also want to...

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...

The Ins and Outs of Utah’s Housing Preferences Shift

Is the shift in Utah's evolving housing preferences baffling you? It's becoming increasingly clear that Utahns are stepping away from traditional housing models, nudging...

10 Ways to Make Your Small Rented Space Look Bigger

With renting comes many benefits, especially when renting small spaces! When you rent a small apartment, you’re more likely to save money and time....

Common Rental Scams and How to Avoid Them

Renting an apartment is an exciting time, as it is often a milestone for most people. Maybe you've started your first real job or...

What To Do In Salt Lake City

Planning to move to Salt Lake City? Then you’re in luck — not only does Utah’s capital city offer a terrific job market, a...

Tips for Raising Kids in a Rental

More families than ever are choosing to live in an apartment, even with children. Renting a place can give you flexibility, the opportunity to...

Creating a temporary home office in a small apartment

Chances are high that you've had to change your working habits lately and transform your already small apartment into a workspace due to the...

Moving? Here’s how to safely show your apartment

Rental showings during the coronavirus outbreak are one more challenge for landlords and property owners. Tenants are also in a difficult position right now:...

Moving out: How to make sure you get your deposit back

Maybe you’ve hired a moving company so you can relax while they carry your stuff down five flights of stairs or maybe you’ve shoved everything you...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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