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See what you’ll really pay: RentCafe introduces Total monthly cost and the Cost calculator

RentCafe is introducing Total monthly cost and the Cost calculator — two new features designed to give you a clear, complete picture of what renting a home will actually cost you,...

Your happy place is just a conversation away with the new RentCafe app in ChatGPT

Meet the new RentCafe app in ChatGPT, an exciting step forward in apartment search. It combines the trusted rental listings platform used by millions of renters with the conversati...

RentCafe brings a more flexible and rewarding ​​replacement for traditional security deposits

RentCafe is introducing a modern replacement for traditional security deposits, in partnership with Obligo. ​​RentCafe Deposit gives renters more control over their move-in costs a...

Top community amenities to look for when renting one-bedroom apartments

When you’re renting a one-bedroom apartment, the most valuable community amenities are the ones that stretch your living space beyond your front door and replace subscriptions you’...

RentCafe simplifies how you pay rent with flexible rent

Paying rent just got more flexible for RentCafe members. With the flexible rent integrated directly into RentCafe, you now have the option to split your monthly rent into smaller p...

How to find affordable student housing in major U.S. cities

Moving to major U.S. cities as a student can be such an exciting challenge. While it generally means dealing with higher rents than in smaller college towns, you can still find bud...

Mapped: Average Rent Across 100 U.S. Cities (2026)

Six of the top ten most expensive rental markets are in California.

Apartment searching as a college student: What to prioritize on a tight budget

The first time you look for a college apartment, the listings start to blur together. Some places look great in photos but are a 40-minute bus ride from campus. Others are walkable...

Miami vs. New York City: Cost of living comparison for renters (2026)

Thinking about trading palm trees for skyscrapers or the other way around and don’t know what to expect? Before you sign a new lease, it helps to know how the average cost of livin...

Study Says Northern New Jersey Rental Market Heats Up Again After Cool Down

North Jersey remains one of the nation’s toughest rental markets, with occupancy above the national average and most renters choosing to stay put.

Rental competitiveness in Queens remains mostly unchanged year-over-year in early 2026: report

Rental competitiveness across Queens remained mostly static through the first two months of 2026, compared to the same time last year, according to a report by the real estate list...

Atlanta vs. Charlotte, NC: Cost of living comparison for renters (2026)

Atlanta has long been a magnet for renters drawn to its booming job market and cultural scene. But more and more, Charlotte, NC, is catching their attention thanks to solid career...

Rental competition in early 2026: Cooler overall, but cities like Chicago, Atlanta & San Francisco buck the trend

The year started on a promising note for apartment hunters as the national rental market has cooled off slightly, at least on paper: The U.S. competitiveness score dipped from 75.7...

Finding Value and Quality of Life in New Homes for Rent

As newly constructed single-family homes and townhomes become more widely available for rent, many households are reevaluating what it means...

San Francisco vs. Los Angeles: Which city fits your renter budget?

Thinking about a move from San Francisco to Los Angeles? San Francisco has long been a magnet for renters chasing tech careers and iconic bay views, but Los Angeles is a popular pi...

Office-to-housing conversions grew 28% last year

New York City led other cities in converted residential units by a wide margin, followed by Washington, D.C., and Chicago, according to RentCafe.

Moving to Reno, NV? Ask these 5 questions first

Reno has become one of Nevada’s most in-demand rental markets, drawing remote workers, tech employees and newcomers priced out of California looking for more space and a lower cost...

Renters in NYC Are ‘Trapped’ by Prices, With Typical Mover Needing a $70K Pay Bump To Relocate

The typical NYC renter pays an estimated $1,855 per month in 2026. That’s roughly $1,761 less than the current median asking rent.

5 questions to ask before renting an apartment in Brooklyn, NY

From the brownstone-lined streets of Park Slope to the waterfront views in DUMBO and the creative energy of Bushwick, no two neighborhoods in Brooklyn feel the same. Whether you’re...

Jersey City among top 10 new neighborhoods nationwide

A RentCafe report ranked a Jersey City ZIP code No. 6 among America’s top emerging neighborhoods driven by housing growth. The post Jersey City among top 10 new neighborhoods natio...

RentalModo Expands Access to Trusted On-Site Rental Solutions Through a Smarter Comparison Platform

Top 3 affordable neighborhoods for renters in Tallahassee, FL

As Florida’s capital, Tallahassee blends Southern charm with college-town energy. But rising rents have made it harder to find an apartment that fits everyone’s budget. The average...

Your Rent, Converted: City‑by‑City Rent Costs in Canada and the U.S. in 2026 

The move from America to Canada (or vice versa) comes with culture shocks both big and small. You’ll swap Dunkin’ for Tim Hortons, trade all-green bills for a rainbow of currency,...

LA County rents continue downward spiral: Apartment List

Southern California’s rent boom is losing steam and landlords across much of the region are trimming prices to keep units filled. Over the past year, rents have fallen in 33 of 53...