How I did it: I can't take all the credit - my roommate mentioned seeing a vacancy sign in a nearby apartment complex and she and I went to check it out shortly after that.

My advice would be to keep your eyes open - especially during the late spring and early summer months when a lot of moving takes place. There are vacancy signs up and a lot can be said for word of mouth.

Lessons & tips: If you can help it - move nearby! I know that's not always possible but my roommate and I did much of the moving ourselves and it took hours! It would have been that much more exhausting if our new place had been across town rather than just down the street!

Resources: Boxes - a car with a full tank of gas - comfortable shoes and water to chug during breaks. Also, strong guy friends with a truck who can load and unload all the heavy stuff!

May 30, 10:36PM PDT | 0 comments | 1 cheer