Moving to a new city can bring lots of excitement and plenty of nerves. Having to find someone to share a home with can intensify those feelings. Zillow’s research has shown that 33% of renters in the U.S. moved last year, and of those people, almost half (49%) said they moved to a new city, metro area, state, or even from another country. So you can hit the streets with confidence that you’re not alone. But worry less — in this episode of Learn with Zillow, Delaney Yeager shares helpful ways to find the right roommate, whether you’re moving to a new city, looking for a fresh start, or trying to make your rent more affordable. You’ll learn how to: - Explore different options for finding a roommate, including renting a room, pairing up before house hunting, or filling an extra space in your own home - Use tools like Zillow’s rental search and “Manage Rentals” features to connect with potential roommates - Know yourself and set clear expectations before moving in with someone new - Ask the right questions about schedules, social lives, cleanliness, and utilities to avoid conflicts - Stay safe while searching — from video calls to in-person meetings and even checking references With these strategies, you’ll feel more confident about finding a roommate who’s the right fit for your lifestyle. For more tips and resources, check out the links below. 📖 *Read the full article here:* https://www.zillow.com/learn/how-to-find-roommates-in-a-new-city/ *Zillow Learning Center:* https://www.zillow.com/learn/ 🏡 *Rent with Zillow:* https://www.zillow.com/rent/renter-search-center/?utm_campaign=6512&utm_medium=bt&utm_source=youtube&utm_content=descbox_1 *Find a room to rent:* https://www.zillow.com/rent/room-for-rent/?utm_campaign=6512&utm_medium=bt&utm_source=youtube&utm_content=descbox_2 *Rent Guide:* https://www.zillow.com/learn/renting/?utm_campaign=6512&utm_medium=bt&utm_source=youtube&utm_content=descbox_3 Chapter: 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - How to find a roommate 00:33 - Option 1: Finding an available room to rent 01:27 - Option 2: Find a roommate and hunt for an apartment together 02:10 - Option 3: Find a roommate to live with you 02:45 - Who are you looking for? 03:29 - Be safe 3:59 - Summary #Zillow #FindARoommate #ApartmentHunting #LearnWithZillow

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