It might be time to consider a roommate (or two).
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Living alone can feel liberating, but it comes at a cost.
According to Zillow, those who live alone face asingles tax:the extra costs solo renters incur.
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Heres how much youll have to pay to go roommate-free, depending on your location.
Living alone means complete control over a space.
But the financial reality of solo renting issomething every renter should consider.
They took the average monthly rent, multiplied it by 12, and then divided it by 2.
United States (National Average)
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New York City
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San Francisco
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San Jose
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Boston
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Washington, D.C.
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San Diego
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Seattle
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Los Angeles
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Long Beach
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Denver
The best way to combat the singles tax is to be strategic when apartment hunting.
Options like rent-controlled units, negotiating lease terms, or exploring co-living can shave off some expenses.
Try theirrent affordability calculatorto help you make a housing decision that works for you.
