Finding an apartment can be quick and easy if you know where to look. Utilizing online resources, such as Craigslist.org, and asking friends and family for leads can speed up the process and put you on the road to finding a new apartment in no time.
Craigslist.org is a great resource which posts available apartments throughout the United States, Canada, South America, Asia and Europe. Select your location from the homepage, then select housing to begin your search. You can also enter your desired price range and neighborhood.
Create a Westside Rentals account on westsiderentals.com. If you live in California, westsiderentals.com allows apartment hunters to search their ads to find apartments available in Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties. The membership fee ranges from $60 to $350.
Drive or walk around the neighborhood where you want to live. Landlords often post signs for vacant apartments in the windows or doorways of their buildings. Even if nothing is posted, it may be helpful to ask for a manager and inquire about vacancies.
Talk to friends. When looking for an apartment, referrals are always key. If a friend is moving, it may be an opportunity to take their apartment.
If you are contemplating moving to a new state, search apartments.com where you can browse apartment listings from across the country. The site also features a moving center to help you locate resources to make your move easier.
