What is the best site to find apartments for rent?
Besides Craig's List.
The last couple times I've looked for apartments I've used Rent.com. They allow you to customize your search based on the area of the city, amenities, pet policy, etc. Most apartments listed on the site provide links to floor plans and some even have virtual tours. They will also send you a $100 pre-paid visa card if you sign a lease at an apartment you found on the website. They don't list every apartment/apartment complex out there, but they list more than enough to get you started on your search.
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I found my last place to rent though hotpads.com. it was a great resource for finding them and has a great interface. It shows where they are located and you can search specific areas.
I agree, Rent.com is a great site. Check local newspapers (and their websites) also. Really just stay away from craigslist!!!
If you are looking for something outside of a typical complex, find a local Remax office. You get to deal with an actual realtor, and it only costs the landlord more, it does not cost you any more. Especially if you live in an urban area.
If you are just looking for a complex, search apartments and your zip on Google, and visit the closest ones after checking out floor plans on their websites.
Either way you do not have to pay for a service, and get to keep more of your money.
I like Padmapper.
It compiles all craigslist, apartments.com, and Oodle listings and puts them on a map with critera that you can filter.
You can also try Google Maps Real Estate search. Click on "Show search options" and then select "Real Estate" from the drop-down menu. You can specify rentals and price range around any area. It basically does the same thing as Padmapper but has different sources.
I like Padmapper.
It compiles all craigslist, apartments.com, and Oodle listings and puts them on a map with critera that you can filter.
You can also try Google Maps Real Estate search. Click on "Show search options" and then select "Real Estate" from the drop-down menu. You can specify rentals and price range around any area. It basically does the same thing as Padmapper but has different sources.
I have used Rent.com with success, but found Move.com to be a much more spiffy tool to do the job. Rent.com forces you to register which makes it a little bit of a hassle to get started. Move.com has a cleaner site, and more options to help filter your apartment search results. Give it a try!
The last couple times I've looked for apartments I've used Rent.com. They allow you to customize your search based on the area of the city, amenities, pet policy, etc. Most apartments listed on the site provide links to floor plans and some even have virtual tours. They will also send you a $100 pre-paid visa card if you sign a lease at an apartment you found on the website. They don't list every apartment/apartment complex out there, but they list more than enough to get you started on your search.