Articles for Tenants

Rental life can be stressful, we’re here to help. In the tenants section of Four Walls you’ll find temporary home decor ideas, tips for negotiating with your landlord, and more.

10 Clever Rental Home Decorating Tips You’ve Never Thought Of Before

Is your rental home feeling a bit impersonal or lacking character? You're not alone. Making a rental home feel cozy, inviting and stylish while working...

What To Do In Chicago (2026): A Guide For Renters In...

TL;DR: Chicago has plenty to do for families, career-driven individuals, couples, and seniors alike. From free attractions like parks and museums to high-end luxury,...

Everything You Need To Know About Renting In Salt Lake City

TL:DR - Salt Lake City offers low-price rentals across many parts of the city, making it an attractive prospect for renters of all sizes,...

Timing is Everything: The Best Months to Rent for Tenants

Part one in a two part series. This week, we're talking about when you can get the best deals on an apartment if you're a tenant...

Pantone Color of the Year

Pantone announced it's color of the year yesterday and the response was...underwhelming. Plenty of people made obligatory jokes about it being the "neutral of...

Movable Gadgets: Home Safety

Make safety your first priority when moving in to a new place. For the first article in our Movable Gadgets series, we have picked...

How to Narrow Down Your Apartment Search

If you’re looking for a new place and have your eye on a certain neighborhood, this blog post probably isn’t for you. This is...

Thursday Design Inspiration: Fall

Okay, I guess it's time to admit fall is really coming. It's easy to focus on the negative (toting multiple sweaters to the office and...

Common Rental Scams and How to Avoid Them

Renting an apartment is an exciting time, as it is often a milestone for most people. Maybe you've started your first real job or...

Understanding Emotional Support Animals (ESAs): A Guide for Landlords and Tenants

Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) play a crucial role in the lives of many people with emotional or psychological disabilities. The rental industry often grapples...

What Is a Studio Apartment? What Renters Need to Know

TL;DR: A studio apartment is a single open room combining your living, sleeping, and kitchen spaces, with a separate bathroom. Typical sizes range from...

When should I hire a moving company?

It's time to move out of your rental, which probably means testing the extent of your planning skills in a way you've never known...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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