Booking a Room

Yes, you can transition to another room or another location and we won’t consider it a break of your lease. There is a $100 transfer fee. 

Community Room Rental is expanding very quickly, with new homes added every month! We highly recommend completing the application process so that you can be the first in line to pick the newest available rooms. Applications are valid for 270 days , so please keep checking our site for rooms that will work for you. Additionally, you can opt to move into a current location that is open and transfer locations. 

We are a pet-free community to ensure the comfort of all residents. However, we fully comply with Fair Housing laws regarding Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). If you have a qualified need, please submit a Request for Reasonable Accommodation via the Resident Portal.  Certified Service and Emotional Support Animals are not considered pets and will be allowed in Community Room Rental homes, if approved. Service and Emotional Support Animals MUST be registered with Community Room Rental before you begin your Community Room Rental stay. To begin the approval and registration process for a certified service or emotional support animal, please contact Community Room Rental prior to booking a room. The following rules apply: Documentation must be sent at least 4 days prior to move-in date. You will need to provide Community Room Rental with the following: Proof of service or support certification ESA owners must have a valid ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional within the past year. An ESA letter is considered expired if the health professional who originally wrote it can no longer validate it Record of rabies and all relevant vaccinations Please note: Only 1 registered animal per Member is allowed at this time. Registered animals must be older than 6 months. Registered animals must be always leashed or crated and with the Member. The Member is responsible for cleaning up any messes and paying for any damages related to the registered animal. The registered animal must not produce excess noise. Failure to abide by these rules will result in a key removal for the Member.

There is a place to store clothing and personal items in every Community Room Rental room. Some rooms have a closet while others have a dresser or wardrobe. The type of storage in each Community Room Rental room is available to view in the listing details.

Yes! Just have to show other sources of income, ample savings, or provide a co-signer.

Members cannot run a business out of the house (i.e., massage therapist), however working from home is not included. Many of our Members have offices uptown or in other parts of the country and work remotely. We embrace the new mobile/Gig workforce! Some employers and online programs will require a wired connection to the router. Running an ethernet wire through the house is a liability, so instead we suggest the solution of a Powerline Gigabit Port . Most popular one used is by NETGEAR, however there are many manufactures for this technology that uses existing electrical wiring to extend internet access to any room.

Application fee: $25-$50 Charlotte Properties $25 Durham Properties (i.e. Dillard) $50 Deposit: $500 - $400 of it is refundable. Higher deposits may be required for credit scores under 600 Prorated rent for the location selected See open locations on the Availability page.

We believe moving should feel simple. That’s why our homes come fully furnished in all shared spaces, with the essentials you need to settle in comfortably from day one. Just bring your suitcase — we’ve handled the rest. We furnish common areas thoughtfully so the home feels complete, functional, and welcoming the moment you walk in. 🍳 Kitchen – Ready for Everyday Living Our kitchens are set up so you can cook, store food, and share meals without needing to purchase the basics. Included: Full set of pots and pans Cooking utensils (spatulas, ladles, tongs, etc.) Knife block Cutting boards Plates and bowls Glassware Mugs Silverware Mixing bowls Baking sheets Trash and recycling bins Everything you need to prepare meals and enjoy them together — without duplicating supplies. 🛋 Living Room – Designed for Connection Our shared living spaces are intentionally designed for comfort and community. Included: Couch(es) Lounge chair(s) Coffee table Side tables Lamps Rugs Wall art and decor High-speed WiFi Whether it’s catching up after work or hosting a casual gathering, the space is ready. 🍽 Dining & Shared Areas We make sure the home functions well for everyday life. Included: Dining table and chairs Common area lighting Thoughtfully arranged shared layouts Our goal is to create spaces that feel cohesive and move-in ready — not pieced together. 🛏 Bedrooms – Designed for Personalization In most of our homes, bedrooms are unfurnished so you can design a space that reflects your style and comfort preferences. We’ve partnered with IKEA to make furnishing easy and affordable. Residents can purchase an Essentials Kit , which typically includes: Bed frame Mattress Desk Chair Dresser Nightstand Lighting This gives you flexibility while keeping costs manageable. 🏡 Furnished Room Option – Dillard (Durham) At our Dillard location in Durham , we offer a limited number of fully furnished bedrooms. These rooms include: Bed frame Mattress Dresser Desk Chair Nightstand Furnished rooms at Dillard are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are ideal for residents relocating, staying short-term, or seeking a turnkey move-in experience. What to Bring To make your move smooth, we recommend bringing: Bedding (sheets, comforter, pillows) Towels Personal toiletries Clothing and storage organizers Personal decor Why We Furnish Shared Spaces (But Not Every Bedroom) Buying furniture for an entire apartment can cost thousands of dollars — and moving it is no small task. By furnishing shared spaces: You avoid large upfront expenses You don’t have to move bulky items The home feels cohesive and intentional Everyone benefits from shared essentials By keeping most bedrooms unfurnished: You control your comfort You choose your style You avoid paying for furniture you may not want  It’s a balance of simplicity, flexibility, and thoughtful design. See also Need help furnishing your room on a budget

We have several steps we go through for every applicant to make sure they fit the house. Couch potatoes need not apply! Each applicant is interviewed, must pass a criminal background search, and agree to the common house rules . This weeds out those that just want a cheap place! Additionally, Community Room Rental employs a 7-point Safety & Security program the creates higher standards for our community than an apartment complex.