Short Term Housing Near Me: Your Guide to Finding Options
Searching for short term housing near you? Complete guide to finding short term furnished housing — what to look for, how to compare options, pricing, insurance ALE housing, and how Invested Escapes places you fast.
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When you search for "short term housing near me," you're looking for a furnished place to live for a defined period — not a hotel room for a few nights, and not a year-long apartment lease. Short term housing fills that gap: fully furnished homes, condos, or apartments rented for 30 days to 12 months with everything included. Whether you've been displaced by a disaster, relocated for work, on a temporary contract, or between permanent homes, this guide will help you find the best short term housing options in your area. We'll cover what to look for, how to compare providers, pricing, insurance ALE housing, and how Invested Escapes can place you in a comfortable furnished home within 24-72 hours.
What Is Short Term Housing?
Short term housing refers to fully furnished residential properties — houses, condos, or apartments — rented for stays of 30 days to 12 months. Unlike hotels, short term housing provides a real home environment: full kitchen, private bedrooms, in-unit laundry, and a residential neighborhood. Unlike standard apartment leases, short term housing is furnished and turnkey — no furniture to buy, no utilities to set up, no long-term commitment. For a complete overview, see our temporary housing guide.
Who Needs Short Term Housing?
- 🔥 Insurance-displaced families: Fire, water damage, mold, or storm damage makes your home uninhabitable — ALE coverage pays for short term housing
- 🏢 Corporate transferees: Relocating for work and need a furnished home while settling in or house-hunting
- 🏥 Traveling nurses & healthcare professionals: On 13-week contracts at hospitals — need furnished monthly housing
- 🎬 Film & TV crew members: On 3-9 month productions — need furnished housing near studios
- 🎓 Visiting professors & researchers: At universities for a semester or sabbatical — need furnished housing
- 🏗 Between homes: Renovating, selling, or building — need a furnished home during the transition
- 🎖 Military families: PCS arrivals, TDY assignments, or contractors — need furnished housing near base
How to Find Short Term Housing Near You
Step 1: Define What You Need 📋
- 📅 Dates: When do you need to move in, and how long do you need the home?
- 📍 Location: What area? Near work? Near schools? Near your current home?
- 🛏 Size: How many bedrooms?
- 🐕 Pets: What pets do you have? (Type, breed, size)
- 💳 Budget: What's your monthly budget? Who's paying? (Self, insurance, corporate?)
- ♿ Special requirements: Accessibility, school district, commute distance, fenced yard for pets?
Step 2: Search Available Options 🔍
- 🏠 Invested Escapes: Contact us — we have owned inventory and coordinate with other providers nationwide
- 🔍 Furnished Finder: Platform for monthly furnished rentals, popular with traveling nurses
- 🏠 Airbnb (monthly filter): Monthly furnished stays — all listings are furnished with utilities included
- 🏠 VRBO: Monthly furnished vacation rentals — all listings are furnished with utilities included
- 🏢 Corporate housing companies: Search "corporate housing [your city]" for local providers
- 🏥 Insurance placement: If displaced, ask your adjuster to work with a temporary housing provider
Step 3: Compare and Choose 🏠
When comparing short term housing options, consider these factors:
| Factor | Furnished Home (IE) | Airbnb/VRBO | Extended Stay Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏠 ⏱ Stay length | 30 days - 12 months | 1-30+ days | 1-4 weeks |
| 🏠 📐 Space | 800-2,500+ sq ft | Varies | 400-600 sq ft |
| 🍳 🍳 Kitchen | Full kitchen + appliances | Full kitchen | Kitchenette only |
| 🧺 🧺 Laundry | In-unit (free) | Varies by host | Shared (paid) |
| 🐕 🐕 Pets | Large dogs welcome | Varies by host | Limited, daily fees |
| 📺 📺 Smart TVs | Living + bedrooms | Varies | Limited |
| 🏠 💻 Workspace | Dedicated desk + chair | Varies | Small desk |
| 🌳 🌳 Outdoor | Yard, grill, garage | Varies | None |
| 💰 💰 Monthly cost | $2K-$6K all-in | Varies + cleaning fees | $3.6K-$5.4K |
| 💳 Insurance billing | Direct billing | No | No |
| 🔧 Maintenance | Provider handles | Contact host | Hotel staff |
Key point: Airbnb and VRBO are always furnished with utilities included — that's a platform requirement. But for stays of 30+ days, a temporary housing provider like Invested Escapes offers more consistency, dedicated workspaces, Smart TVs in every bedroom, grills, garages, fenced yards, direct insurance billing, and a single point of contact — features that Airbnb and VRBO can't consistently guarantee across properties.
Step 4: Book and Move In 🧳
Once you've chosen a property, the process is simple:
- 📋 Sign the lease: Monthly terms, typically 30-day minimum
- 💳 Set up billing: Insurance direct billing, corporate billing, or self-pay
- ⚡ Confirm utilities: All utilities included and active on move-in day
- 🧳 Move in: Just bring your personal belongings — everything else is ready
What's Included in Short Term Housing
- 🛋 Fully furnished: Living room, bedrooms, dining area — quality furniture throughout
- 📺 Smart TVs: In living area and bedrooms — log into your own Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ profiles
- 🍳 Full kitchen: Stove, oven, full-size refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, cookware, dishes, utensils
- 🧺 In-unit laundry: Washer and dryer — no laundromat or shared laundry
- 📶 WiFi & internet: High-speed internet included and active on move-in day
- ⚡ All utilities: Electricity, water, gas, trash — all included in one monthly rate
- 💻 Dedicated workspace: Desk and ergonomic chair for remote work
- 🔥 Grill: Gas or charcoal grill for outdoor cooking
- 🚗 Garage or dedicated parking: Secure parking included
- 🔒 Fencing: Fenced yards for privacy and pet safety (select properties)
- 🌳 Backyard: Outdoor space for families, pets, and relaxation
- 🛏 Linens & towels: Fresh linens, towels, and bedding provided
- 🐕 Pet-friendly: Most properties welcome pets — including large dogs
- 🔧 Maintenance: If something breaks, we handle repairs promptly
Short Term Housing Pricing
Short term housing is priced either nightly or monthly, depending on the provider and length of stay. All-inclusive monthly rates cover rent, furniture, utilities, internet, and housewares — no separate bills.
| Property Type | Typical Monthly Rate | Typical Nightly Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 🛏 🏠 1-Bedroom Furnished | $1,600-$3,800 | $70-$160/night |
| 🛏 🏠 2-Bedroom Furnished | $2,000-$4,800 | $90-$200/night |
| 🛏 🏡 3+ Bedroom Furnished Home | $2,500-$6,500 | $110-$260/night |
Pricing varies significantly by location. Major markets like San Francisco and Los Angeles are at the high end; affordable markets like San Antonio and Jacksonville are at the low end. Check our city guides for <a href="/blog/temporary-housing-atlanta-ga">Atlanta</a>, <a href="/blog/temporary-housing-dallas">Dallas</a>, <a href="/blog/temporary-housing-jacksonville-fl">Jacksonville</a>, and other markets for specific local rates.
Insurance ALE Housing: If You're Displaced
If you've been displaced from your home by fire, water damage, mold, or storm damage, your homeowners or renters insurance ALE coverage pays for short term housing. You can request a furnished home instead of a hotel — which is better for families and often less expensive for the insurance company. For more detail, see our complete guide to insurance housing and ALE.
- 📞 File your claim: Contact your insurance and request ALE housing — ask for a furnished home
- 🔍 Get matched: IE searches for properties near you that match your needs
- ✅ Adjuster approves: We coordinate with your adjuster on budget and direct billing — you don't front the money
- 🧳 Move in: 24-72 hours after approval, you're in a fully furnished home near your original location
Sometimes multiple temporary housing providers may be involved in your placement — and that's completely normal. Some providers are interchangeably used as relocation companies. Two companies may work together with your insurance company to find the best option. Invested Escapes has its own inventory AND can coordinate with other relocation companies.
Invested Escapes can place you in a fully furnished short term home within 24-72 hours of approval — anywhere in the United States. Whether you're displaced by insurance, relocating for work, or need a furnished home for any reason, contact us and we'll match you with the right property.
For related reading, see our complete temporary housing guide, our insurance housing guide, and our renters insurance guide.
Looking for Short Term Housing Near You?
Tell us your location, dates, bedrooms, and pet needs — we'll match you with the right furnished home. We typically respond within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between short term housing and a hotel?
Short term housing is a fully furnished home (house, condo, or apartment) with a full kitchen, private bedrooms, in-unit laundry, and residential neighborhood — designed for stays of 30 days or more. A hotel is a single room with limited amenities, designed for stays of 1-7 nights. For stays over two weeks, short term housing is almost always better — more space, more amenities, and often less expensive.
How much does short term housing cost per month?
Short term housing costs vary by location and size. Typical all-inclusive monthly rates are $1,600-$3,800 for a 1-bedroom, $2,000-$4,800 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,500-$6,500 for a 3+ bedroom furnished home. The monthly rate includes rent, furniture, all utilities, internet, and housewares — no separate bills. Major markets (SF, LA, Seattle) are at the high end; affordable markets (San Antonio, Jacksonville) are at the low end.
Does insurance pay for short term housing?
Yes — if you've been displaced by a covered peril (fire, water damage, storm, etc.), your homeowners or renters insurance ALE (Additional Living Expenses) coverage pays for short term housing. You can request a furnished home instead of a hotel. Invested Escapes works directly with your insurance adjuster for direct billing — you don't front the money.
Is short term housing the same as Airbnb?
Not exactly. Airbnb is a platform for short-term rentals (nightly to monthly). Short term housing from a provider like Invested Escapes is specifically designed for 30+ day stays with consistent amenities: Smart TVs in every bedroom, dedicated workspaces, grills, garages, fenced yards, direct insurance billing, and a dedicated point of contact. Airbnb and VRBO are furnished with utilities included, but amenities vary by host.
Can I get pet-friendly short term housing?
Yes — most Invested Escapes properties welcome pets, including large dogs that hotels won't accept. Many properties include fenced backyards for pet safety. When searching, provide your pet's type, breed, and size so the provider can match you with the right property.
How quickly can I get placed in short term housing?
Invested Escapes can place you in a furnished short term home within 24-72 hours of approval. We have inventory in major markets nationwide and coordinate with other providers for coverage in smaller markets. For insurance placements, we work directly with your adjuster to expedite the process.
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