HomeLodgers is an online marketplace that aggregates over 45,000 vetted student‑focused properties in 225 global cities, allowing students to search, compare, and book accommodations at no charge. The platform offers free group‑booking, virtual tours, and multilingual advisors who assist with visa paperwork, lease negotiations, and flexible payment options.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Students often struggle to find affordable, reliable rental housing near their universities, especially when relocating internationally, due to fragmented listings, lack of local support, and unclear lease terms.
Solution
HomeLodgers operates an online marketplace that aggregates over 45,000 student‑focused properties across 225 universities in 225 global cities, providing access to more than 1.8 million beds. The platform lets students search, compare, and book accommodations directly at no charge, while a dedicated support team guides them through the entire leasing process, including visa‑related concerns and payment options. Group‑booking functionality enables friends or classmates to secure entire apartments together. Listings include detailed descriptions of security features, amenities, and lease flexibility, and virtual or video tours are offered to reduce the need for in‑person visits.
Target Audience
Primary customers are domestic and international university students seeking off‑campus housing, as well as student groups arranging shared accommodation near their institutions.
Features
- Centralized database of 45K+ vetted student properties with 1.8 M+ beds, searchable by city, university, price, and room type
- Free booking service; no service fees charged to students
- Dedicated personal advisors who assist with visa documentation, lease negotiations, and payment plans
- Group‑booking option for multiple students to reserve whole apartments together
- Virtual tours and video viewings to verify property condition remotely
- Detailed property information on security (CCTV, 24‑hour staff, access control) and included utilities
- Flexible lease terms and installment payment options where available
- Multilingual support for international students throughout the process