Apartment Searching

Finding a new apartment can feel like a full-time job. But with the right tips and tricks up your sleeve, you can find a place you love in no time. Here on the Common blog, we feature the best new stories about apartment hunting - from dealing with brokers and sizing up new living spaces to understanding your lease, finding housemates you love, and avoiding potential apartment pitfalls. We’ll even show you what reasonably-priced real apartments look like in the country’s most exciting neighborhoods.

Of course, scouring cities for the perfect living space isn’t for everyone. If you’re tired of the search, come see what Common has to offer. We’ve already created beautiful shared homes in cities like New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle.

Apartment Searching

An inside look at Jersey City’s first coliving home

Common at The Agnes offers beautiful, all-inclusive units and access to incredible amenities at an attainable price.

Apartment Searching

Touring matters – here’s why

This is why you should always book a tour.

Apartment Searching

Ultimate guide to renting in NYC: Your go-to resource for finding the perfect apartment!

Wondering how to find a roommate? Common has the tips you need to help you find a great roommate whether you’re moving to a new apartment or a new city.

Apartment Searching

Essential things to consider when looking for off-campus housing in Philly

We’ve teamed up with our friends at Campus Philly to bring you everything you need to know about finding off-campus housing in Philly!

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These Bed-Stuy apartments are the best deal in Brooklyn

Average rents in Brooklyn are sky high – but not at Common Owens.

Apartment Searching

Three ways to spend the day at Common Gates

Whether you’re staying home or exploring the neighborhood, there’s plenty to do when you live at Common Gates.