Short Term Housing

There is quite a demand for short term housing (rental terms of 6 months or less). More an more rental and property management companies are starting to specialize in short term housing to fill this need.

Who needs short term housing?

There are many reasons why people need short terms housing. These can include going on a extended stay business trip or consulting trip, job transfer, student housing, or a family that is building a new home. In all these cases, these individuals need a place to call home for a short period of time until they can get back to their home or into their new home.

How to find short term housing?

Finding short term housing can be a challenge, since most leasing companies require at least a one year lease. The following tips can help you locate short term housing in the area that you are looking.

Classifieds - the first place to look for short term housing is in the local classifieds or online classifieds like CraigsList.com. There should be listings for homes and apartments that are available for short term leases.

Internet - if you a looking for corporate short term housing, there are a lot of internet companies that will help find you short term housing all over the nation.

Recommendations - if you are a student looking for short term housing, look for recommendations from your college or university. They will usually be able to give you a list of off-campus show term housing.

When you look at your different short term housing options, make sure that you find a place that will meet your needs. This is especially important if you plan to stay there for any period over a month. If you and your family are going to stay in the short term housing, it is even more important to make sure that housing will meet your families needs.