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.

Best (removable) home tech for your apartment

As a veteran renter and avid internet shopper, I've spent many hours looking at home tech like smart locks and alarm systems that could...

How Color Affects Your Home. Bronze

Bronze is a classic period metal that naturally ages and has a much deeper, darker brown tone than aged brass. It has a typical...

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...

Safest Neighborhoods in Los Angeles

TL;DR Los Angeles is one of the most famous cities in California, known for its bustling nightlife, Hollywood potential, great schools, and amazing beaches. But...

What To Do In Chicago (2026): A Guide For Renters In...

TL;DR: Chicago has plenty to do for families, career-driven individuals, couples, and seniors alike. From free attractions like parks and museums to high-end luxury,...

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,...

Smart Tips for Lowering Your Utility Bills This Fall (Infographic Included!)

As fall approaches and temperatures start to cool, it's a great time for tenants to think about how to make their living spaces cozier...

Is Chicago A Good Place To Live?

Thinking about moving to Chicago? You’ve come to the right place. This guide has all the information newcomers need.  A Brief Introduction to Chicago: Facts...

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...

Do Apartments Come Furnished? What to Know as a Renter

If you’ve scrolled through rental listings, you may have come across terms like furnished, semi-furnished, and unfurnished.  The obvious question you’d have would be “Do...

Rental application fees: What you need to know

When you’re moving into a new place, it can feel like unexpected fees and costs pop up all the time. One relatively low fee...

Pet-friendly Rentals in the Post-Pandemic World

During the pandemic, pets were a bright spot for many people. Many of us found new hobbies like knitting, making sourdough bread, painting, etc....
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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