The best time to find affordable accomodation for longer stays tends to occur around late August and early September, after the Christmas holidays and in the pre-summer months. While many study abroad students are arriving in Rome during these times, many are also leaving the city, consequently leaving behind an excess of vacancies in or near the historic center.

Flatsharing

Not only is the practice of flatsharing affordable, practical and widespread in Rome, but it also allows for the added benefits of cultural and social involvement in the community. In Rome, it is common for people of all ages to flatshare. Though associated with students, nowadays many professionals choose this alternative form of accomodation.

For flatsharing, visit the Rome, Italy section on www.craigslist.com, where renters seek out flatmates, or sublet rooms. Live with Italians! Visit www.easystanza.it and pay a small fee for a week or more of access to hundreds of ads. EasyStanza tends to cater to students and offers many affordable solutions to accomodation in Rome.

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