If you need a roommate fast but don't know anyone who would make a good candidate, don't despair. Several websites have sprouted up that can help renters like you achieve your goal.
Use the Web to Find a Roommate Fast
There are two main types of websites you can use to find a good roommate as soon as possible:
Online Roommate-Matching Services
As the Internet has matured, several websites have sprouted up that offer renters the opportunity to search a large database of potential roommate candidates. If you're relocating to a place where you don't know anyone, or if no one you know needs a roommate, you can use these online services to find the right person for you.
These roommate-matching sites vary in their look and feel and some offer more bells and whistles than others, but the main concept is the same: you post ads and search listings to find a roommate based on criteria you set. The basic services are usually free, although most of the sites offer a higher-level membership for a small fee.
Roommate Bulletin Boards
Other websites, like Craigslist, offer bulletin boards or categorized listings from people looking for roommates. Rather than signing up for a service, you simply browse the listings and if a listing looks worthwhile, you get in touch with the person who posted it using the contact information provided.
To find a roommate on Craigslist, for example, visit www.craigslist.org and select your local area. Then, choose "rooms / shared" under "Housing" and start browsing.
