Ad Title
Use a clear, searchable title.
Examples:
Furnished Room for Rent in [City] — Utilities & Wi-Fi Included
Clean Furnished Room in Quiet Shared Home/Apartment — [City / Area]
Furnished Bedroom for Rent — Shared Home/Apartment, Utilities and Internet Included
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Furnished room available in a clean, quiet, owner-occupied home shared with responsible adults.
This is a room rental in a shared household. It is best suited for one responsible adult who wants a quiet, stable, and respectful place to live. A minimum 6 month rental period is required.
Room Details
The room includes:
- Bed
- Dresser
- Nightstand
- Lamp
- Desk / chair
- Closet space
- Ceiling fan / light
- Other: __________________________
Bathroom is:
[ ] Shared
[ ] Private
[ ] Shared with one other person
What Is Included
Rent includes:
- Utilities
- High-speed internet
- Kitchen use
- Laundry use
- Shared living areas
- Patio / backyard access
- Parking
- Other: __________________________
Household Description
This is a clean, quiet home located in a safe neighborhood. It is located:
- 5 minutes from Pinnacle Shopping Mall
- 2 minutes from a neighborhood market
- 15 minutes from downtown Podunk
Housemates are expected to be respectful, clean up after themselves, and be considerate of others living in the home. This is not a party house.
Important House Rules
- One adult occupant only
- No pets
- No smoking or vaping indoors
- Smoking/vaping permitted outside only in designated areas
- No unauthorized overnight guests
Monthly rent: $__________ Security deposit: $__________. Total move-in cost: $___________
If interested, please send a short message with your desired move-in date and how long you expect to rent.
Application, income verification, background check, and signed rental agreement required before move-in.
Room Rental Ad Photo Checklist
Include clear photos of:
[ ] Bedroom
[ ] Bed / furniture
[ ] Closet or storage area
[ ] Bathroom include vanity and tub/shower
[ ] Living room area
[ ] Kitchen
[ ] Laundry area
[ ] Front exterior or entrance, if appropriate
[ ] Parking area, if useful
[ ] Patio / backyard, if available
Photo tips:
[ ] Clean the room before taking pictures
[ ] Remove clutter
[ ] Open curtains or turn on lights
[ ] Take horizontal photos
[ ] Do not include personal valuables
[ ] Do not post the exact address – you can publish your street and nearest cross street if you wish
Posting Checklist
Before posting your ad:
[ ] Minimum lease period included
[ ] Rent amount included
[ ] Deposit amount included
[ ] Total move-in cost included
[ ] Availability date included
[ ] Furnished / unfurnished stated
[ ] Shared or private bath stated
[ ] Utilities and internet explained
[ ] Pet policy included
[ ] Smoking/vaping policy included
[ ] Overnight guest policy included
[ ] Application and background check mentioned
[ ] Response instructions included
[ ] Photos attached
Completed Sample Ad:
Furnished Room for Rent in Podunk, AR — Utilities & Internet Included
Furnished room available in a clean, quiet, owner-occupied home shared with responsible adults. A minimum 6 month rental period is required.
It is a great location in a safe neighborhood:
- 5 minutes from I-49
- 2 minutes from a Walmart Neighborhood Market
- 5 minutes to the Pinnacle Hills Mall
- 15 minutes to downtown Podunk
The room includes a comfortable queen bed, dresser, nightstand, lamp, desk, chair, ceiling fan, and closet space. It includes all your linens. You will be sharing a large bathroom with one other person.
Rent includes utilities, high-speed internet, kitchen use, laundry use, shared living areas, patio/backyard access, and parking.
Housemates are expected to clean up after themselves and be considerate of others living in the home.
Important rules:
- One adult occupant only
- No pets
- No smoking or vaping indoors
- Smoking/vaping permitted outside only in designated areas
- No unauthorized overnight guests
Monthly rent: $__________ Security deposit: $__________ Total move-in cost: $___________
If interested, please send a short message with your desired move-in date and how long you expect to rent.
Application, income verification, background check, and signed rental agreement required before move-in.
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