Determine the location for the boardinghouse. Whether planning a short trip or looking for lodging for a move until more permanent options are ready, you should consider the location first. Select a state, city and area of the city.
Write out personal needs. Boardinghouses cater to specific groups in many cases, so knowing which ones to look at and which are inappropriate for personal needs can make a difference. There are even pet boardinghouses, so having an idea of what is necessary narrows the search. For example, a young man should look for boardinghouses that cater to men.
Check the local Yellow Pages. You can use the online Yellow Pages to check other locations or look up information on specific boardinghouses if you know the names. Find out what boardinghouses are available. Call and ask about rates and the group it caters to. Ask whether it is a boardinghouse for men or women, and what services the house provides. Eliminate ones that are inappropriate, such as a boardinghouse for the opposite gender.
Select a boardinghouse from the available options. Some locations, such as large cities, will have more boardinghouses available than others, such as rural areas.
