6 Best Websites to Find Travel Nurse Housing 

As we mentioned, you’re typically given two options when it comes to travel nursing. The agency can provide you with some housing options or choose your own.

If you opt for agency-provided housing, the agency will cover all the housing costs. You don’t have to worry about anything. However, the caveat is that they will typically only offer you 2 to 3 options- if they give you any. You can ask them for alternatives if none of their options are desirable- but unless you have a significant complaint about their options, such as personal safety, they’re unlikely to give you other choices.

If you choose to find your housing, you can take a housing stipend. However, this housing stipend doesn’t usually cover all the expenses that you may incur. You might end up having to come out of pocket for some of your expenses. Then again, you may find yourself in a situation where your stipend is more than you need, and you end up having extra money that you can save or spend on other things.

Another option you’ll have is furnished travel nurse housing versus unfurnished travel nurse housing. Many times, travel nurses will choose furnished housing. This way, they don’t have to worry about moving their furniture every time they change assignments. On average, a travel nurse assignment will last for 13 weeks, and however, they can end in as little as 8 weeks or go as long as 26 weeks or more.

You must determine what is most important to you when deciding whether to take the agency-provided housing or take the housing stipend and find your housing.

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A travel nurse housing stipend varies from one region to another. Some are as low as $700 per month, while others are as high as $5,000 per month. The one thing that you can count on is that the stipend will be enough to provide you with adequate housing in the area you’re being assigned to.

If you have decided that you’d rather take the travel nurse housing stipend instead of the agency-provided housing, you will want to have some options to search for travel nurse housing. Below, we’ll look at the top 6 websites that travel nurses use when going from one assignment to the next.

Airbnb  

In 2008, the founders of Airbnb decided they wanted to host a few travelers, including travel healthcare professionals. This site verifies all hosts, and messaging is done through the platform to ensure that the host and the traveler are protected. You can enter parameters based on what you're looking for, and you'll be given options within the area that fit your specific preferences. This is one of the top sites for travel nurse housing options.  

Apartments.com  

If you want an apartment, then this is the site for you. Though there are not as many search options as you’ll find on Airbnb, you can enter some search filters to help you find exactly what you’re looking for. Though this site is marketed as an apartment website, you can also find condos, townhouses, and monthly furnished rentals. This company also runs apartmentfinder.com and apartmenthomeliving.com.

HouseStay.com

With HouseStay.com, you’re able to list properties or choose a home to rent. If you’re looking for reliable and all-inclusive travel nurse housing, this website is the one for you. You’ll find that all listings are fully furnished, have utilities included, availability for 30 nights or more, many photos, and pass HouseStay home inspection. Having all the necessities included makes saving money easy. As part of the booking process, you will need to fill out a housing form to ensure personalized assistance from rental experts.

VRBO  

VRBO, or Vacation Rental By Owner, is another popular site for travel healthcare professionals, including travel nurses, to find housing options. You can find short-term and long-term housing as well as houses, apartments, condos, and more. This site is 100% committed to the safety and comfort of its users. To use this site, input the specifics of your trip (arrival/departure, destination, how many guests, etc.), and you’ll be given the listings in the area that fit those parameters.

FurnishedFinder.com  

This site is made just for traveling nurse housing options. When you visit this site, you can put your max rental budget in where you’re going. Then, you’ll be provided with temporary housing options that fall within those parameters. All rentals are furnished housing for travel nurses. Additionally, if you can’t find something, you can put in a housing request with FurnishedFinder.

HomeStay.com  

Homestay is a unique option for furnished housing for travel nurses. Each homestay has a host that rents out a space for travelers to live with them. It is a great way to make connections and learn more about the local culture. Especially when you're a solo and new travel nurse, finding a partner to guide you around town is hard. If you're looking to really immerse yourself into the local lifestyle, Homestay is a perfect option.

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Understanding housing costs is a crucial aspect of travel nursing. Travel nurses need to consider various factors when calculating their housing costs, including the location, type of accommodation, and amenities. Here are some key points to consider:

• Location: Housing costs vary significantly depending on the location. Cities with a high cost of living, such as New York or San Francisco, tend to have higher housing costs compared to smaller towns or rural areas.
• Type of accommodation: Travel nurses can choose from various types of accommodations, including apartments, houses, rooms, and condos. Each type of accommodation has its own set of costs, including rent, utilities, and amenities.
• Amenities: Amenities such as Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and fitness centers can add to the overall housing cost. Travel nurses should consider what amenities are essential to them and factor those into their housing budget.
• Housing stipend: Many travel nursing agencies provide a housing stipend to help cover housing costs. Travel nurses should understand how the stipend works and what expenses it covers.
• Rental payments: Travel nurses should also consider rental payments, including the frequency of payments and any additional fees associated with renting a property.

By understanding these factors, travel nurses can better plan their housing arrangements and ensure they stay within their budget.

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Working with a property owner can be a great way for travel nurses to find affordable and convenient housing. Here are some tips for working with a property owner:

• Communication: Clear communication is key when working with a property owner. Travel nurses should ensure they understand the terms of the rental agreement, including the length of the lease, rent, and any additional fees.
• Housing request: Travel nurses should provide the property owner with a detailed housing request, including their preferred location, type of accommodation, and amenities.
• Housing options: Property owners may offer various housing options, including furnished or unfurnished properties. Travel nurses should consider what options best suit their needs and budget.
• Booking fees: Some property owners may charge booking fees, which can add to the overall housing cost. Travel nurses should understand what fees are associated with renting a property and factor those into their budget.
• Rental payments: Travel nurses should also understand how rental payments work, including the frequency of payments and any additional fees associated with renting a property.

By understanding housing costs and working effectively with property owners, travel nurses can find affordable and convenient housing that meets their needs and budget.

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Advantis Medical is pleased to offer our travelers discounted hotel rates through our partners: Extended Stay America, Wyndham, Traveler’s Haven, Hotel Engine, and more! We offer a concierge-type service for our clinicians where we help them at the beginning, middle, and end of the housing process. We send our clinicians a housing form they fill out with all their preferences/stipend/budget. From there, we work with our partners and resources to find the safest, most affordable housing for our clinicians. We will even book housing for them if that is a service they would like. We also have a special discount code with Enterprise Rent-a-Car if that is a mode of transportation our travelers are interested in!

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