roommate finder

staying or moving?
You are looking for . . . *

new roommate(s) to move in with me where I currently live a new place to move AND new roommates

where is your residence?
Please pick the major metro area that best represents your location, or is closest to it.

Is your town a suburb of and/or near one of these cities? If so, please select the major metro area that is closest.

Many in the suburbs find good matches here, but it's best to do matching by major metro only.

You can be more specific about your location later.

Is your area not here at all? If not, RoomieMatch.com does not yet serve your region.
general region? *
Northeast U.S. city? *
Southeast U.S. city? *
Midwest U.S. city? *
Northwest U.S. city? *
Southwest U.S. city? *
Alaska? *
Hawaii? *
Canadian city? *

more specific location?
Please type a few words regarding your more specific location.

NOT your actual street address (best to choose on a case-by-case basis who gets that), but your general area.

Do you live in a well-known neighborhood?

Near a public landmark like a park or large school?

A nearby major intersection would work too, but including something most residents know about would be even better.

(This area is REQUIRED. Nothing helpful here will mean you will fail human quality control screening.)
more specific location? *

household?
Current household composition (excluding new roommates(s))? *

Just me Just me and one other person There are three of us. Four to six other roommates already Every day is like a party. Even without guests.

length of stay?
length of stay preferred? *

Long-term preferred, hopefully a year or more Six months is acceptable. Short-term is fine, with at least 30 days notice. Whatever works for you. Pay if you stay, leave if not.

children?
children currently in household? *

It's like a daycare center in here. Two or three minor kids are usually here. One kid lives here. An older kid lives here. One or more kids visit occasionally. Everyone here is legally adult.

home furnishings?
your dwelling is furnished . . . *

Completely. Just bring yourself. Mostly. Basic stuff in your room too. Partially. Common areas, not your room. Negotiatory. I've got stuff, or we could use yours. Hardly. Maybe I could sit on your stuff too?

parking?
Is parking available? *

Covered parking Offstreet but not covered On street only Are you kidding?

bathrooms?
Will the new roommate(s) have their own bathroom? *

Yes No

the room
Please describe the room in question and/or the residence.

What's appealing?

What's different about it?

Why would anyone want to live there?

Good stuff here will attract good roommates.

(This area is REQUIRED. Nothing helpful here will mean you will fail human quality control screening.)
room description? *

gender(s) in household now?
The adults currently in the household are: *

One woman One man Male-Female partners Female-Female partners Male-Male partners More than one person but just friends, all women More than one person but just friends, all men More than one person but just friends, both genders

preferred roommate gender(s)?
I would prefer my roommate(s) be: *

Women only Men only Any gender is a good gender.

preferred roommate gender(s)?
I would prefer my roommate(s) be: *

Men only I am open to having a female roommate.

orientation(s)?
Your sexual orientation(s)? *

Heterosexual Homosexual Bisexual Some combination of orientations lives here already.

orientation tolerance?
With regard to sexual orientation, since you said you were heterosexual, you will only be matched with those that said they were open to having a heterosexual roommate.

If someone said they were NOT open to having a heterosexual roommate, you won't get them as a match.

You'll also already get other heterosexuals as matches.

That stuff is already solid.

Would YOU also be open to having a roommate who was homosexual or bisexual?
orientation tolerance? *

Yes, I'm universally tolerant. Anybody fine with me, I'll be fine with them too. No stress coming from me. No, I can only tolerate other heterosexuals as roommates. It would be pointless to try to match me with homosexuals or bisexuals as roommates, I wouldn't respond. It would be a waste of time for anyone that wasn't heterosexual to reply to me.

orientation tolerance?
With regard to sexual orientation, since you said you were homosexual, you will only be matched with those that said they were open to having a homosexual roommate.

If someone said they were NOT open to having a homosexual roommate, you won't get them as a match.

You'll also already get other homosexuals or bisexuals as matches.

That stuff is already solid.

Would YOU also be open to having a roommate who was heterosexual?
orientation tolerance? *

Yes, I'm universally tolerant. Anybody fine with me, I'll be fine with them too. No stress coming from me. No, I can only tolerate other homosexuals or bisexuals as roommates. It would be pointless to try to match me with heterosexuals as roommates, I wouldn't respond. It would be a waste of time for anyone that wasn't homosexual or bisexual to reply to me.

orientation tolerance?
With regard to sexual orientation, since you said you were bisexual, you will only be matched with those that said they were open to having a bisexual roommate.

If someone said they were NOT open to having a bisexual roommate, you won't get them as a match.

You'll also already get other homosexuals or bisexuals as matches.

That stuff is already solid.

Would YOU also be open to having a roommate who was heterosexual?
orientation tolerance? *

Yes, I'm universally tolerant. Anybody fine with me, I'll be fine with them too. No stress coming from me. No, I can only tolerate other homosexuals or bisexuals as roommates. It would be pointless to try to match me with heterosexuals as roommates, I wouldn't respond. It would be a waste of time for anyone that wasn't homosexual or bisexual to reply to me.

age?
How old are you, in calendar years? *

under 30 30-50 over 50

preferred age range?
Yes, these age groups are fairly broad, but smaller groups wouldn't mean much.

We're not talking about getting married and having babies, we're talking about roommates.

Under 30 tends to mean party Party PARTY!
. . . and a bit unpredictable with money and other household maintenance issues.
Some "drama" may enter your life if you have a young person as a roommate.

30-50 tends to mean some parties, but more settled and sophisticated.
Also, more responsible with household stuff.

Over 50 tends to mean fewer parties, but mostly settled and responsible.
Also, completely over the bullcrap that tends to show up with party Party PARTY!

What if YOU are not a stereotype? Good for you!

You're not alone, and that's even more reason to select "Age is nothing but a number."

Which is what we recommend.

Better to evaluate on the more important info we will provide anyway.
preferred age range? *

Age is nothing but a number. I need someone in my age range ONLY.

pets?
With regard to pets, we know it's often the case that SOME pets could work as new "roommates," others, maybe not so much.

However, it would be impossible to multiple choice the infinite number of possible pet combinations.

If it's POSSIBLE that your new roommate could bring a pet, select one of the first two options below for best matching.

You can get more specific later.
pets? *

It is POSSIBLE that a new roommate could bring a pet; I have a pet. It is POSSIBLE that a new roommate could bring a pet; No pets here now. Pets live here already, but MINE ONLY. Yours will not. No pets live here, and no pets are allowed.

tobacco smoking?
tobacco smoking at home? *

I do NOT smoke; I could NOT tolerate a smoker. I do NOT smoke; I COULD tolerate an outdoor-only smoker. I do NOT smoke; I COULD tolerate an indoor smoker. I DO smoke; I plan to and/or could tolerate smoking outdoors only. I DO smoke; I must smoke indoors.

your current location?
Are YOU currently within the general vicinity of the room you're offering?

Meaning, let's say you hear from a great sounding roommate who would like a tour of your place within the next day or two.

Are you available?
locally available now? *

yes no

current location and availability?
You just said you would NOT be immediately available to show your place.

Please describe your current situation and location, including when interested potential roommates might expect you back for a tour.

(This area is REQUIRED. Nothing helpful here will mean you will fail human quality control screening.)
current situation and location? *

looking together?
Would you be open to meeting another person who also needs a place and looking together?
looking together? *

Yes (more matches, some also looking to move) No (fewer matches, only those who already have the place to share)

which city?
Do you want a more specific area?

If so, please select the nearest major metro. You can elaborate more on your preferences later.

Is your desired area not here at all? If not, RoomieMatch.com does not yet serve your region.
general area? *
Northeast U.S. metro? *
Southeast U.S. metro? *
Midwest U.S. metro? *
Northwest U.S. metro? *
Southwest U.S. metro? *
Alaskan metro? *
Hawaii metro? *
Canadian metro? *
Are you also considering an additional city?

Most will want to say no here. But there are exceptions, often involving nearby areas.

If you work in Manhattan, you might also consider nearby boroughs (especially if you're trying to save money).

Other exceptions may include students accepted to multiple schools, whose ultimate choice may depend upon housing. *

yes no
general zone? *
Northeast U.S. metropolitan area? *
Southeast U.S. metropolitan area? *
Midwest U.S. metropolitan area? *
Northwest U.S. metropolitan area? *
Southwest U.S. metropolitan area? *
Alaskan metropolitan area? *
Hawaii metropolitan area? *
Canadian metropolitan area? *

length of stay?
staying? *

I'd prefer long-term, hopefully a year or more. Six months would work well. Probably short-term, but I'll give 30 days notice. I don't know. Can we leave this open-ended?

gender(s)?
Your gender(s)? *

One woman One man Male-Female partners looking to move together Female-Female partners looking to move together Male-Male partners looking to move together More than one person but just friends, all women More than one person but just friends, all men More than one person but just friends, both genders

preferred roommate gender(s)?
I would prefer my roommate(s) be: *

Women only Men only Any gender is a good gender.

preferred roommate gender(s)?
I would prefer my roommate(s) be: *

Men only I am open to having a female roommate.

orientation(s)?
Your sexual orientation(s)? *

Heterosexual Homosexual Bisexual We're a combination of orientations.

orientation tolerance?
With regard to sexual orientation, since you said you were heterosexual, you will only be matched with those that said they were open to having a heterosexual roommate.

If someone said they were NOT open to having a heterosexual roommate, you won't get them as a match.

You'll also already get other heterosexuals as matches.

That stuff is already solid.

Would YOU also be open to having a roommate who was homosexual or bisexual?
orientation tolerance? *

Yes, I'm universally tolerant. Anybody fine with me, I'll be fine with them too. No stress coming from me. No, I can only tolerate other heterosexuals as roommates. It would be pointless to try to match me with homosexuals or bisexuals as roommates, I wouldn't respond. It would be a waste of time for anyone that wasn't heterosexual to reply to me.

orientation tolerance?
With regard to sexual orientation, since you said you were homosexual, you will only be matched with those that said they were open to having a homosexual roommate.

If someone said they were NOT open to having a homosexual roommate, you won't get them as a match.

You'll also already get other homosexuals or bisexuals as matches.

That stuff is already solid.

Would YOU also be open to having a roommate who was heterosexual?
orientation tolerance? *

Yes, I'm universally tolerant. Anybody fine with me, I'll be fine with them too. No stress coming from me. No, I can only tolerate other homosexuals or bisexuals as roommates. It would be pointless to try to match me with heterosexuals as roommates, I wouldn't respond. It would be a waste of time for anyone that wasn't homosexual or bisexual to reply to me.

orientation tolerance?
With regard to sexual orientation, since you said you were bisexual, you will only be matched with those that said they were open to having a bisexual roommate.

If someone said they were NOT open to having a bisexual roommate, you won't get them as a match.

You'll also already get other homosexuals or bisexuals as matches.

That stuff is already solid.

Would YOU also be open to having a roommate who was heterosexual?
orientation tolerance? *

Yes, I'm universally tolerant. Anybody fine with me, I'll be fine with them too. No stress coming from me. No, I can only tolerate other homosexuals or bisexuals as roommates. It would be pointless to try to match me with heterosexuals as roommates, I wouldn't respond. It would be a waste of time for anyone that wasn't homosexual or bisexual to reply to me.

age?
How old are you, in calendar years? *

under 30 30-50 over 50

preferred age range?
Yes, these age groups are fairly broad, but smaller groups wouldn't mean much.

We're not talking about getting married and having babies, we're talking about roommates.

Under 30 tends to mean party Party PARTY!
. . . and a bit unpredictable with money and other household maintenance issues.
Some "drama" may enter your life if you have a young person as a roommate.

30-50 tends to mean some parties, but more settled and sophisticated.
Also, more responsible with household stuff.

Over 50 tends to mean fewer parties, but mostly settled and responsible.
Also, completely over the bullcrap that tends to show up with party Party PARTY!

What if YOU are not a stereotype? Good for you!

You're not alone, and that's even more reason to select "Age is nothing but a number."

Which is what we recommend.

Better to evaluate on the more important info we will provide anyway.
preferred age range? *

Age is nothing but a number. I need someone in my age range ONLY.

pets?
pets? *

I have a pet I will definitely bring. I have no pets, but could probably live with yours. I cannot live with any pets; I have a very severe allergy. (We would NOT recommend selecting this unless your allergy is severe, as it will limit your matchability.)

tobacco smoking?
tobacco smoking at home? *

I do NOT smoke; I could NOT tolerate a smoker. I do NOT smoke; I COULD tolerate an outdoor-only smoker. I do NOT smoke; I COULD tolerate an indoor smoker. I DO smoke; I plan to and/or could tolerate smoking outdoors only. I DO smoke; I must smoke indoors.

current location?
Are YOU currently within the general vicinity of where you'd like to move?

Meaning, let's say you hear from a great sounding roommate with a great sounding place.

And they'd like to give you a tour within the next day or two.
Are you available in the near future?? *

yes no

current situation?
You just said you would NOT be immediately available to view a potential new place.

Please describe your current situation and location, including when interested potential roommates might expect you to arrive locally.

(This area is REQUIRED. Nothing helpful here will mean you will fail human quality control screening.)
current situation and location? *

dishes?
How often do you do your dishes? *

I clean any mess immediately after eating. Not right away, but before the following day. Every few days or so. I might wait until they're about to topple over.

takeout?
What happens to your takeout? *

I eat it all mere moments after purchase. I remove anything that offends within 72 hours or so. I'd say a week or so, max. Could someone else throw it away for me? I'd rather just use the fridge to chill beer.

recycling?
You and recycling? *

Why bother? The planet is doomed! If it's easy I'll do it, but not if it's a big fuss. I regularly recycle all my glass and metal. Even my junk mail gets recycled.

common areas?
Personal items left in common areas shall be . . . *

Left alone. If that's where they landed, why interfere? Placed in the owner's bedroom after 48 hours Discussed during a household conference Placed wherever I see fit Donated to a local charity

cleaning?
Common area household cleaning? *

All roommates contribute to hire cleaners. I clean frequently, and expect you will too. Cleaning of common areas can be divided if needed. Let's just say, whoever gets the urge? I affectionately keep dustbunnies as pets.

socializing?
Where are you social? *

I love WILD parties at home! The more the better! I invite people over often, but take it easy on weeknights. One or two friends occasionally, but I'll carouse elsewhere Home is where I like to hide from everyone else.

household noise?
Household noise? *

If anyone needs silence, that's the law of the house. I'm a very light sleeper; I need frequent quiet time. If it's not really loud in my room, it's not a problem. If the neighbors aren't complaining, neither am I! Everything's cool until the cops arrive.

overnighters?
How often should "significant others" stay the night? *

Everyone should pursue their sex life to the utmost! It's cool, but they should be at THEIR house more than ours. If more than 2x/week, they should contribute to the bills. If you don't pay rent, be out when the lights are.

"one night stands?"
Roommate's potential promiscuity / "one night stands"? *

'Trick or treat' at the breakfast table is FUN! Whomever, whenever. But any damages are on you too. Occasionally might be fine. Frequently may annoy. I'd rather not stumble over any strangers in my hallway. Don't know them well? Don't bring them to MY home.

out-of-towners?
Your attitude toward out-of-town friends staying over? *

Any time for whatever time is cool! Overnighters are OK, if agreements are made in advance. I'd rather not, but it might be OK if I met and liked them. Out-of-towners should spring for a local hotel.

family?
Family members stopping by? *

My mom and a frozen casserole will appear every other day. They drop by frequently, but they call first. They may put in an appearance once or twice a year. My family isn't exactly sure exactly where I live.

bills?
Your attitude toward bills? *

All of my accounts are always paid on time, in full. I usually have enough to pay on time. I will happily pay any late fees I provoke. I just trust the universe will provide.

household consumables?
What household consumables would you like to share? *

I think we should keep EVERYTHING totally separate. I would share household cleansers, possibly paper. Food and drinks separate, then share other household stuff I'd like to cook meals together with a collective food fund.

security?
Personal security issues? *

It's best to have a sketch of your roommate's schedule. Let's touch base every 48 hours, no worries before then. I would only worry if you went missing for over a week. I won't care where you are as long as the rent gets paid.

furnishings?
Home furnishings? *

My common area furnishings MUST be treated very delicately! I doubt I'd ever damage anything. If I did, I'd pay for it. Common area stuff is 95% safe with me. I will respect your stuff, but I'm not responsible for it. Sofas sometimes spontaneously combust, it's no big thing.

borrowing?
Borrowing stuff? *

My house is your house! I'd give you the shirt off my back, if you asked nicely. Borrowing some things sometimes, if agreed to in advance. Not without a signed leasing agreement for that T-shirt Do not even LOOK at my stuff!

household clothing preferences?
Household clothing preferences? *

Nothing! My underwear Nothing past PG-13, but get ready to see my robe. I will observe public decency laws indoors as well as out. I shall emerge from my room ready to face the world.

intoxicants?
Consumption of alcohol and/or recreational drugs? *

I'm in recovery; I can't condone any mind-altering chemical. I'm straight edge/clean and sober; what you do is up to you. I drink socially or on the weekends, that is all. I'm an unrepentant lush. I like liquor and some recreational drugs on occasion. I enjoy narcotics and I don't care who disapproves.

diet?
Dietary habits? *

I am a STRICT vegan. I'm a vegetarian. I'm mostly vegetarian (some fish or poultry). I have an occasional craving for red meat. I'm a rabid and unapologetic carnivore.

hygiene?
Personal hygiene? *

I'm continuously basting in many bath products. Fastidious personal grooming is my friend. So is my mirror. I'm clean and hygienic, but not compulsive about it. I shower daily. Anyone says different is a damn liar. Frequent bathing is bad for your skin!

TV?
Typical television viewing? *

Tool of the Devil!!! Only something critically acclaimed or solidly educational. I tune in for a few more shows than I'd care to admit. I watch TV most days, but it doesn't consume my life. My TV is turned on more often than not.

education?
Educational level? *

Everything I ever needed to know I learned in kindergarten. High school was more than enough for me. I hung out in college for awhile. I'm in college now, or I graduated with a Bachelor's. I have advanced degree wallpaper.

criminal activity?
Criminal activity? *

I'm completely law-abiding, and proud of it! Unpaid parking tickets/library fines, maybe. Nothing more. Misdemeanors are nothing in my book. My lips are sealed.

personal cosmologies?
Personal cosmologies? *

My religion dictates my behavior, including how I decorate. I celebrate my religion, mostly when it gets me off work. I have no religious affiliation, but don't mind if others do. I steer clear of any and all religions.

weekdays?
What do you usually wear on weekdays? *

Conservative business attire only Business casual My weekdays are uniformly uniformed. Jeans and a backpack Pajama pants and flip flops Pasties and a feather boa It could vary any given day depending on where I wake up.

politics?
Political outlook? *

progressive - environmentalist - green left-wing - liberal - social progressive centrist - moderate - middle-of-the-road right-wing - fiscal conservative religious voter - 'family values' - cultural conservative

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staying or moving?

where is your residence?

more specific location?

what is the residence?

rent?

household?

length of stay?

children?

home furnishings?

parking?

bathrooms?

additional amenities?

the room

gender(s) in household now?

preferred roommate gender(s)?

preferred roommate gender(s)?

orientation(s)?

orientation tolerance?

orientation tolerance?

orientation tolerance?

age?

preferred age range?

pets?

tobacco smoking?

your current location?

current location and availability?

looking together?

which city?

your maximum rent?

length of stay?

gender(s)?

preferred roommate gender(s)?

preferred roommate gender(s)?

orientation(s)?

orientation tolerance?

orientation tolerance?

orientation tolerance?

age?

preferred age range?

pets?

tobacco smoking?

current location?

current situation?

dishes?

takeout?

recycling?

common areas?

cleaning?

socializing?

household noise?

overnighters?

"one night stands?"

out-of-towners?

family?

bills?

household consumables?

security?

furnishings?

borrowing?

household clothing preferences?

intoxicants?

diet?

hygiene?

TV?

education?

criminal activity?

personal cosmologies?

weekdays?

politics?

contact info

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