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

How to move with Common

Learn about how to tour, apply, and live at one of our beautiful, renter-friendly apartments in cities across the country!

Apartment Searching

Tips on moving into a new apartment

Moving can be a stressful process, but it doesn’t have to be! Read on for our tips on moving into a new apartment for a seamless transition.

Apartment Searching

How to adjust when you move from L.A. to NYC

Moving from NYC to LA can be challenging for a number of reasons. Besides the distance, there are a few factors you should prepare for. Here’s how to adjust.

Apartment Searching

Listing lingo you need to know

Listing lingo — what does it all mean?

Apartment Searching

Moving out of your parents’ house: Is it time?

If you’re still living at home, you’re definitely not alone. But is it time to leave? Read on for more on moving out of your parents’ house!

Apartment Searching

Tips on how to find short term rentals

Finding your dream ideal rental takes time. Luckily, we’re here to help. Read on for tips on how to find short term rentals!