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How renting works

Six steps. No mysteries

First time renting? This is the whole process, start to keys — the same one we walk families through on the phone every day.

  1. 01

    Find a place

    Browse listings, or call and we'll match you. Every listing shows what's included and the full move-in cost.

  2. 02

    Set up a tour

    Pick a time that works and we'll walk you through the place in person — no pressure, every question answered.

  3. 03

    Deposit

    Put down the deposit to hold the place. That, plus the $50 application fee, is what's due up front.

  4. 04

    Apply online

    About 10 minutes, secure. Roommates apply individually, but it's a single group lease — everyone's on the same one.

  5. 05

    Get approved

    Screening typically takes 2–3 days — and we text you at every step, so you're never wondering what's happening.

  6. 06

    Move in

    First month's rent is due on the lease start date; pick up your keys at our Fayette St office and move in.

What it really costs

Up front it's the deposit plus a $50 application fee. First month's rent is due on the lease start date, when you pick up keys and move in — the exact total is printed on every listing.