All About Roommates, Rooms for Rent & Shared Living
iROOMit Blog is your trusted resource for finding the perfect roommate, renting a room, and living in a new city. Backed by user polls, surveys, and platform data, we provide expert tips, cost-saving strategies, and insights into trends and coliving options across the U.S., Canada, U.K., U.A.E. & Singapore.
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Why Roommate Living is the Smartest Financial Move in 2025 (and How iROOMit Makes It Easy)
As the cost of living continues to soar in 2025, more people are seeking smart ways to cut down expenses without compromising their lifestyle. One powerful solution is often overlooked—roommate living. With skyrocketing rent prices, stagnant wages, and the financial pressures of infl...

Fashionable Roommates Share Wardrobes: Style, Sustainability and Connection with iROOMit
In the world of fashion, individuality is everything—but when style-savvy roommates come together, sharing wardrobes becomes a creative lifestyle. For trendy renters and fashion-forward individuals, living with a roommate isn’t just about splitting the rent—it’s about elevating your wardrobe, emb...

Average Rent Increase Per Year: Rent Trends to Consider This Peak Rental Season and How Roommate Living Can Help
As peak rental season approaches, renters nationwide are preparing for potential rent hikes. Over the years, rent prices have trended upward, influenced by factors like location, economic shifts, and housing availability. Understanding these trends can help renters make informed, budget-friendly...

How to Find a Roommate or Room for Rent in New York City
In New York City, finding a roommate might be difficult, but with the appropriate technique, you can find someone who fits your lifestyle and price range. No need to worry! According to U.S. Census data, around 25% of people who live in New York City are between the ages of 18 and 39. Accordingly...

How to Tell Your Roommate You're Moving Out
From personality clashes to lifestyle differences, it's super common to want to leave a less than desirable roommate situation. Identifying why exactly you want to move out can help you feel more confident in your decision, and it'll even help...

10 Signs Your Roommate Relationship is Toxic
1. Controlling
Some like to go with the flow, while others take the reins and don't back down.
If your roomie always has to have everything just so, that's fine to an extent. (Honestly, who doesn't prefer their own way of doing things?) This can become problematic i...

Rent Trends to Consider This Peak Rental Season and How Roommate Living Can Help
As peak rental season approaches, renters across the country are bracing for potential rent hikes. Rental prices have been on an upward trajectory for years, with annual rent increases varying depending on factors such as location, economic conditions, and housing supply. Understanding these tren...

Finding the Best Roommate Experience in College
Starting college is a wonderful journey, but it also usually carries worry and uncertainty. Sharing living quarters with a roommate is among the most important aspects of adapting to university life. Many pupils will have never lived closely with someone they might not know well before. Your whol...