Froomie is a platform that connects college students with verified landlords and potential roommates, facilitating the search for on and off-campus housing. By eliminating traditional agent involvement, Froomie provides a transparent, fee-free experience that empowers students to find suitable rental properties efficiently.
Funding
$75K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Finding suitable and compatible roommates and rental properties near universities can be a time-consuming and stressful process for college students. Traditional methods often involve dealing with agents who prioritize landlords, potentially leading to suboptimal housing choices.
Solution
Froomie is a mobile platform designed to streamline the process of finding roommates and rental properties for college students. The platform allows students to create profiles, search for potential roommates based on compatibility, and browse rental listings near their university. Froomie aims to empower students by providing a transparent and direct connection with landlords, eliminating the need for traditional agents. Students can instantly message landlords, rate and review properties, and initiate lease applications through the app.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes college students, both incoming and current, as well as graduate students seeking on and off-campus housing and compatible roommates.
Features
- Roommate search functionality allowing students to create profiles and find compatible roommates based on shared interests and preferences.
- Rental property listings with filters for budget, location, and pet accommodations.
- Direct messaging with landlords for inquiries and lease applications.
- Property rating and review system for user feedback and transparency.
- Mobile app available on iOS.