We’ve all been there. We’ve all turned on the computer and headed to Craigslist at some point in our lives to find an apartment. Not that there is anything wrong with that, there are some pretty entertaining ads on there (see below, because that’s what this post is all about).

But you could seriously run into some issues. Such as the myth of the no fee apartment. Don’t know about it? Read about it right here. The bait and switch, misrepresentation, shams…the list goes on.

So is searching Craigslist a waste of time? (We also wrote an article on that right here). Well if you’re looking for a good laugh, than NO! Check out a few of these interesting ads posted for people searching for new homes. My only concern is, are these people for REAL?!

Spacious Studio Igloo

Looking for a renter for a 70 square foot igloo (4′ x 5′ entrance tunnel, 4′ radius living area.) An excellent choice for EMU art students as it is located right next to the Ford Building on Eastern’s campus. Quiet neighborhood consisting mostly of squirrels. Heat, plumbing and electric not provided.

Water included (must be melted by occupant.)
Includes hole in roof for bonfires to prevent asphyxiation.
Neighborhood security provided free by campus police.

$200 a month OBO.

*Landlord not responsible for property melting.

$199000 Spacious Cardboard Studio (lower height)

Spacious Cardboard Studio – Now $199,000
- Adorable San Francisco Location
- Walking distance to bars, liquor stores & bus lines
- Vaulted ceiling
- Private Entry
- Great starter home
- Only $633 HOA per month
- Largest Box on the Block

Call now to schedule a private showing. Wont last at this price!!!

Rustic 1 Bedroom

As summer is approaching that means the weather outside is getting nicer, which means I have an extra room for rent. Do you like the outdoors, wood paneling, porta-poties? Then I have the perfect room for you. I just cleaned and swept out the tree house in my backyard. It is level to the second story of my house on a very sturdy tree. It has a plastic door, solid roof, and a durable rope ladder. It also has a pully system so you can pull up items that you don’t feel comfortable carrying on the rope ladder. The tree house has a bedroom (comes furnished with a mattress) which is separate from the common area (comes furnished with a beanbag). As for the kitchen, you may want to eat out. You can use the separate entrance to my backyard where it is located. This DOES NOT mean you have free access to my backyard though. What you are renting is the room at this is it. It is okay to use the backyard but keep it mind that first and foremost, it is mine.
Please, applicants under 160lbs only please. It is a sturdy building but lets not take any chances.
•    cats are OK – purrr
•    dogs are OK – wooof
•    Location: Parkdale

My favorite one had nothing to do with renting a room but an offer to time travel. Which you can read for yourself here if you want a good laugh.

With all of this said and done, remember, we are trained real estate professionals, here to help you. So you don’t have to deal with these silly ads, calling management companies, agents, landlords and checking dozens of websites. We’ll deal with these people for you. Check out our available listings, give us a call, and we’ll set up a viewing for you.