Match to Your New Roommate
Many young people spend half of their monthly income on housing expenses. Meanwhile, there are thousands of homeowners in the St. Louis area with spare bedrooms. Many of them would welcome the company of a younger housemate. Why not make a new friend and save money by sharing housing expenses?
Find your roommate in 4 easy steps
Complete Your Profile
Homeowners post available rooms. Seekers list what they are looking for. Each completes a profile designed to identify compatible housemates.
Find Your Match
Seekers select potential Homeowners. Then, Odd Couples Housing helps Homeowners determine which Seekers might be the best match.
Meet Your Match
Once a match occurs, Odd Couples Housing will facilitate an introductory meeting. If both parties choose to proceed, a tour of the home will be scheduled.
Move In!
Odd Couples Housing provides a living arrangement document with suggested expectations and guidelines. If both parties agree, then it’s time to move in.
Odd Couple Sally and Nagesh
“My relationship with Nagesh and Odd Couples Housing started in 2018 and could not have worked out better.”
– Sally, Homeowner
“Odd Couples Housing came up with a great solution for me. They found a host for me. I sent a video of my new home to my family, and they were so happy to see it.”
– Nagesh, Seeker and Webster University Student
Seeker Questions
Is the younger roommate required to provide caregiver services?
No. Odd Couples Housing is designed for healthy, active homeowners and seekers. Should the health of any party in the agreement deteriorate, the agreement between the parties can be terminated.
How long does the typical roommate match last?
Our matches vary in duration. This decision is between the homeowner and the seeker. Some have stayed for a semester, some for a year or more.
Is the expense sharing in these homes more or less than a typical apartment rental? How much do people pay the homeowner?
Every match is different, and the amount of money Seekers are asked to contribute each month varies depending on the situation. However, the amount that the Seeker pays can be negotiated if they are willing to help with household tasks such as mowing the lawn, walking the dog, helping with technology, or various other duties.
Contact Odd Couples Housing
Our team is ready to answer your questions about Odd Couples Housing.