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.

10 Small Space Storage Solutions for Rental Efficiency

Are you constantly battling with clutter in your rental property? Feeling overwhelmed by the seemingly never-ending struggle to find a place for everything in a...

Movable Gadgets: Home Safety

Make safety your first priority when moving in to a new place. For the first article in our Movable Gadgets series, we have picked...

The Rentler Renter Insights Report: What Renters Want in 2023

As we approach the end of 2023, it's that time again when we reflect on the year's trends, and here at Rentler, we're turning...

How to Create Eye-Catching Vacant Listings that Drive Tenant Interest

To achieve favorable returns, it is crucial to secure trustworthy, long-term tenants who consistently pay rent on time and maintain your property with care....

What to Do if Your Maintenance Request Isn’t Completed

You deserve to live in a safe home. Even though landlord/tenant responsibilities regarding maintenance vary greatly by region, there are a few basic standards...

Top 6 Essential Apartment Features for Elevating Your Living Experience

Finding the perfect apartment is an exciting endeavor. It's a place where we unwind, recharge, and make lasting memories. However, with the abundance of...

Best Neighborhoods In Chicago

TL;DR Chicago's best neighborhoods are Lincoln Park, River North, Gold Coast, Logan Square, Old Town, West Loop, Wicker Park and South Loop. We review all...

The peaceful tenant’s guide to coping with noisy neighbors

You were so relieved to find what you thought was the perfect apartment, in what seemed like a quiet area. But now your dream...

Ask A Landlord: Can I DIY?

For our new "Ask a Landlord" series we'll be asking real property owners for their advice about your burning questions. This time we asked Cynthia...

Tenant’s Guide to Flood Prevention: 5 Tips and Tricks for Waterproofing...

There's arguably nothing worse than relaxing in your rental home on a rainy day and suddenly dealing with water seeping into your basement. For...

Moving? 7 Tips for Downsizing Into an Apartment

Most of us are pretty darn good at accumulating stuff — and cleverly stashing it around our homes to give us the false security that...

Exploring the World of Micro Apartments: A Guide to Urban Living

In the fast-paced, high-density urban landscapes of today's cities, micro-apartments have emerged as a popular housing option for individuals seeking a blend of affordability,...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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