You can negotiate the rent
We all knew that fact that our housing market is on collapse. No one is going to be able to purchase a house with the financial approval of the bank. Many banks also lack of financial resources to help out our prospective house owners here. Not only the housing market in danger; the apartment complexes also reaching its all time high vacancies in the recent years.
Since there were many condos and houses weren’t be able to sell. They turn around to be landlord. Rent out the rooms for people who need places to stay in competition with the Apartment Complexes. So, if you are looking for places to rent, you have more advantages than ever. You can do some research on the housing market, and rental deal. Show evidences to the apartment manager to negotiate your price. If they aren’t willing to offer you the deal, don’t be afraid to pack up and move. Since there will be other options in the market. More likely, they will accept your deal.