What is Roommates.com?

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Since 2001, Roommates.com has been the nation’s leading roommate-matching platform, helping millions of members find compatible living arrangements based on lifestyle, budget, and location.

Why Choose Roommates.com?

Our streamlined platform makes finding the right roommate faster, safer, and more intuitive than ever:

  • Proprietary Perfect Match™ Technology: Our two-way algorithm prioritizes mutual compatibility. If you are a student with a pet needing a private bathroom, we match you with members who have that exact space available and are actively looking for someone like you.

  • Integrated Video Calling: Connect face-to-face and conduct live virtual room tours directly inside the Message Center before meeting in person—protecting your personal phone number and contact details.

  • Modern, Mobile-First Experience: Enjoy a sleek layout optimized for mobile screens, featuring vertical profile photos, scroll-friendly listings, and a consolidated menu for effortless navigation across all devices.

  • Enhanced Search Filters: Quickly zero in on ideal candidates using refined filtering tools for budget, specific neighborhoods, move-in timelines, and listing amenities.

  • Focused Match Categories: We streamline your search by focusing strictly on direct connections between users offering an available room and members seeking a place to live, resulting in higher response rates and active communication.

  • Self-Service Matching Power: Roommates.com provides all the secure communication tools, background research capabilities, and filtering algorithms for your search, while giving you complete independence to browse profiles, initiate contact, and manage your own timeline.

Whether you're looking to reduce living expenses or find a lifelong friend to share a space with, Roommates.com delivers the security and tools you need to connect with confidence.


Need More Help? If you have additional questions our Support Team is here to help! Please don’t hesitate to contact us through our Contact Page (or email us directly at support@roommates.com) and we’ll be happy to assist.