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Alcove

The Modern Way to Rent a Room

Alcove is the trusted platform to lease private bedrooms in single family houses.
About Alcove

A marketplace for room-by-room renting

Alcove enables homes to be leased as shared residences - with per-room leases, all-inclusive pricing, and a 100% online process.

Learn more about how Alcove works
01

Lease just one room

Get a private bedroom on your own lease. No co-signing with strangers.

02

One all-inclusive price

Rent covers all utilities, wifi, and furnished common areas.

03

100% online

Apply, tour in-person, meet roommates, sign, and pay rent in one place.

10,000+
leases signed on platform
7
metro areas
100%
online leasing
50%
lower average cost than a studio
Alcove Benefits For You

Better for renters. Better for owners.

For Renters

A private room in spacious, single-family homes

  • Move-in-ready homes at around half the cost of a studio.
  • One payment covers rent, utilities, and internet.
  • Vetted landlords and a verified roommate community.
Browse available rooms
For Owners

Higher returns, less work

  • Earn more via shared housing.
  • Alcove handles leasing, rent processing, and roommate management.
  • Fast lease-up, ongoing support.
List your property
Loved by Renters

Hear from the community

Watch member stories and read verified reviews from completed leases in one place.

Verified Reviews
Matched Listing
Janai
Lease started Apr 20252 months
"the best! Great space, and the landlord goes above and beyond. Wish I could have stayed longer."
About the Landlord
"Communication was easy, always received a quick response and direct steps on how concerns would be managed. The landlord is always willing to work with you on your individual needs."
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Matched Listing
Minister John
Lease started May 20251 year
"I had a very positive experience living in this home. The house was clean, well maintained, and provided a comfortable living environment. The landlord was attentive, easy to communicate with, and genuinely cared about both the property and the tenants. Any questions or concerns were addressed promptly, making it an enjoyable place to live. I would recommend this home to anyone looking for a well-managed and respectful living environment."
About the Landlord
"Future renters can expect a landlord who is approachable, communicative, and invested in both the property and the well-being of the tenants. He takes pride in maintaining the home, responds to concerns, and works to create a respectful and comfortable living environment."
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Matched Listing
Bradley
Lease started Mar 20263 months
"Overall, a decent place to live, with a quiet neighborhood and grocery stores nearby."
About the Landlord
"Very."
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Member Stories
Community Stories

Alcove was nothing but a fantastic service run by dedicated professionals that did nothing but problem solve and assist their tenants with any problems that may arise.

Brian, Member in Raleigh

Brian

Member in Raleigh

So many of my coworkers are paying really high prices for their small apartments, and I'm saving so much money and living in this huge, beautiful house.

Jess, Member in Charlotte

Jess

Member in Charlotte

Why Alcove

Sign a Lease & Let Us Take Care of the Rest

The process of finding a long-term rental is now safe, easy & affordable.



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