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Go Ahead, Indulge Your Mania For Organization

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A cluttered apartment can make a home feel smaller than it actually is. Organization hacks are a great way to transform your rental into one that’s tidy, structured, and more spacious. Following are just a few ideas to get your started! 1. Add 3M Command Hooks To Any Wall or Door These hooks are a […]

Seven Easy Household Repairs

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Yes, there are many household repairs that are NOT so easy: broken pipes, shattered windows, leaky roofs, and on and on. But that doesn’t mean that you should just put every household repair in the “ignore it and hope it goes away” category, or in the “I can’t afford it and it is too hard […]

7 More DIY Decorating Ideas

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Does your rental apartment feel a bit drab? Looking for decorative inspiration? Look no further. Check out these seven ideas for adding a bit of personality to your home. 1. Plant Care In times when you can’t get out that much, plants are a necessity. For apartment dwellers, the good news is that you do […]

7 Things To Love About Seattle, WA

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Often described as a city unlike any other, Seattle has surely caught the eyes and attention of many people who are looking to move to a new city. It’s truly a beautiful city that keeps evolving constantly, and its natural beauty seems to grow every single day. The city has been ranked as one of […]

7 Things to Love About Kansas City, MO

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We caught up with two of Dwellsy’s favorite people recently, Emily and JP from Kansas City, and they immediately got to work convincing us to move to KC!  Let’s hear about the top 7 things that they love about their hometown. 1. The Locals It’s the midwest, of course, and Emily and JP were quick […]

Seven Secret Storage Ideas

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One of the biggest challenges of apartment living is finding adequate storage. Sometimes, it is possible to create extra storage from spaces one does not usually notice or think about. Hence our title: “Secret Storage.” After this blog post, these are secrets no more! 1. Hide Keys Behind Artwork The wall space behind artwork can […]

Introducing Dwellsy Lightbox

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Even though cities across the country are beginning to ease stay at home restrictions, many Americans remain reticent about frequenting public spaces. In higher density cities, grocery shoppers don masks, gloves, and interact with checkers behind plexiglass barriers. Social distancing has impacted virtually every industry, including the home rental market. Rental Property Market Affected by […]

7 Things to Love About The Bronx, NYC

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With a rich history and an equally rich diversity, The Bronx in New York City gives you the ultimate opportunity to explore the unwavering pride of this gorgeous city and immerse yourself in it completely. When you do so, you’ll discover way more than 7 things to love about The Bronx. This northernmost borough in […]

Seven Cheap and Easy-To-Buy Space Savers for Your Apartment

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There are endless clever products to help you get the most out of your apartment space. Here are seven especially good apartment space saver ideas. And, none of these need to stay behind if you move on elsewhere. Buy these once, and keep them for as many years (and moves) as you want. 1. Food […]