11 Questions To Ask When Touring an Apartment
It’s easy to be lured by attractive photographs and a list of amenities when you’re apartment hunting. But unless you view the apartment and ask the right questions upfront
What is a Credit Score and Where Can I See Mine?
Having a good credit score is an important part of having a standout rental application, so we talk about credit often at Dwellsy. We’ve discussed how to rent with no credit history, how to build credit, and how to apply for a credit card. Today, we’re going to explain how you can check your credit […]
The Complete 2023 Guide to Rent Prices in the US
Rent Prices Drop in February After January’s surprising increase in single-family rental prices, February’s data brought a different story – drops in both apartment rent and single-family home rent vs. January. Both property types were off about 1% in February vs. January. Here’s the headline rent price data through February 2023: For more on Dwellsy’s […]
Rental Fraud Costs Americans $16B Each Year
Written by Jonas Bordo Dwellsy’s Rental Fraud Survey shows renters have experienced considerable fraudulent activity online while searching for an apartment. Looking for a rental can be overwhelming – from defining what you need to apply for a place that matches your personal criteria. A recent survey conducted by Dwellsy shows that renters face an […]
Win at Renting by Being First
When it comes to getting the rental you want, there’s one rule that’s just more important than all the others. You MUST be first. First to inquire. First to apply. First to put down a deposit when the application is approved. What are the odds of being one of the first to get an apartment? […]
What to Look for in single-family Home Rentals as a Tenant
As of 2022, home sales are the highest they’ve been in 15 years, inventory is low, homes come off the market fast, and mortgage interest rates are rising. Because of this, many families are skipping the bidding wars and avoiding inflated house prices by seeking homes to rent instead. For many families in the United […]
Median Rent for San Diego, California – $2,695/mo
Median rent for apartments in San Diego, CA – $2,589/mo Median rent for studio apartments in San Diego – $1,795 Median rent for 1-bedroom apartments in San Diego – $2,250 Median rent for 2-bedroom apartments in San Diego – $2,750 Median rent for 2-bedroom apartments in San Diego – $3,750 Median rent for single-family homes […]
Perks of Renting Furniture for Your Home
Buying furniture can be one of the lengthiest, most costly aspects of moving into a new home. Many people find themselves spending thousands of dollars on furnishing their homes. At Dwellsy, we recognize that you may not have thousands of dollars to spend on furinture. Especially not after paying the first month’s rent and a […]
Townhouse vs. a Conventional House – Know the Differences
When searching for a new home, you may have to make several important decisions. But one of the first decisions you need to make is about the type of housing unit you would like for yourself and your family. Given the similarities between townhouses and conventional houses, many people looking for homes are confused about […]
Great Space Savers for Small Rentals
Small rentals and studio apartments are abundant in many large and popular cities across the country. Even though these are great for accommodating large, concentrated populations, they have one main challenge – the lack of space. The key is to find some great space savers that you can use to organize and decorate. So, how […]