Finding a place to live does not always mean signing a traditional lease and starting with an empty apartment.
Maybe you are relocating for work, moving to a new city, waiting for your permanent home to become available, or looking for a comfortable place to settle into for an extended period of time. In situations like these, furnished mid to long-term housing can be a practical option.
Properties by Preston specializes in furnished mid- and long-term housing. Stays can start at one week, depending on the home. Our homes are designed for extended stays, giving renters a comfortable, fully furnished place to call home without the need to purchase and move furniture themselves.
What Is a Flexible Furnished Stay?
A flexible furnished stay provides a fully furnished home for a temporary or extended housing need. At Properties by Preston, homes are prepared for everyday living. Minimum stays vary by property, so you can review each listing to find one that fits your timeline. Rather than purchasing furniture and setting up a home from scratch, you can settle into a space that is already prepared for you.
Who Can Benefit From Mid to Long-Term Furnished Housing?
Furnished housing can be a helpful option for many different types of renters and situations.
Traveling Healthcare Professionals
Healthcare professionals on extended assignments can settle near their work without furnishing a temporary home.
Corporate and Project-Based Travelers
Professionals on projects or training assignments can maintain a daily routine during a longer stay.
Relocating Families
Families can stay in a furnished home while searching for permanent housing or getting established in a new city.
Insurance-Displaced Families
Families displaced by repairs or renovations may need housing while their primary home becomes available again.
Construction and Logistics Workers
Construction and logistics workers can live near a project site for the duration of an assignment.
People Between Homes
A furnished stay can bridge the gap before a home purchase closes, renovations finish, or another home becomes available.
Students, Interns, and Other Extended-Stay Guests
Students and interns may need a furnished home for an academic term, training period, or extended placement.
Where Can You Find Furnished Housing?
Properties by Preston manages furnished homes across communities in 20 states, giving renters options in a variety of locations and markets. Explore Properties by Preston locations 
When looking for a furnished rental, consider how close the property is to the places that matter most to your daily life, such as:
- Business districts and employment centers
- Hospitals and medical facilities
- Universities and colleges
- Airports
- Public transportation
- Restaurants and shopping
- Major highways
- Entertainment and other local amenities
Location is especially important when you plan to stay for a while. Consider your daily routine and how easily you can get to work, school, appointments, and other places you visit regularly.
What Is Included in a Furnished Home?
One of the biggest advantages of renting a furnished home is that you do not have to start from an empty space.
All Properties by Preston homes are fully furnished and prepared for everyday living. This gives renters the convenience of moving into a home that is already set up for an extended stay.
Specific amenities and inclusions can vary by property, so it is important to review the details of the individual home you are considering.
Depending on the property, your stay may include amenities and services such as:
Furniture: A fully furnished living space with the essential furniture needed for everyday living.
Kitchen Essentials: Depending on the property, kitchen items and other household essentials may be available.
Utilities and Wi-Fi: These inclusions vary by property, so be sure to confirm what is included with your specific home.
Move-In-Ready Living: Your home is furnished and prepared so you can focus on settling in rather than purchasing and moving furniture.
What Kind of Support Can Renters Expect?
At Properties by Preston, we understand that support is an important part of a comfortable extended stay.
Properties by Preston is your primary point of contact throughout your stay. Our team can help with routine questions, coordinating your stay, extensions, access issues, and other needs that may come up while you are living in your furnished home.
If an issue requires attention from the property’s building or maintenance team, we coordinate with the appropriate property team to help get it addressed.
Our support may include assistance with:
- Questions about your stay
- Stay extensions
- Move-in and move-out coordination
- Access issues
- Property-related questions
- Maintenance coordination
- General resident support
Our goal is to make your experience as straightforward as possible, from move-in through the end of your stay.
What Should You Consider Before Renting?
Every furnished home is a little different, so it is helpful to understand the details before choosing your next home.
Here are a few questions worth asking:
- What is the minimum stay?
- What is included in the rental price?
- Are utilities included?
- Is Wi-Fi included?
- What amenities are provided?
- Is parking available, and is there an additional cost?
- Are pets allowed, and what rules or fees apply?
- Is a deposit required, and are there any other fees?
- What are the cancellation terms?
- Can my stay be extended if needed?
- What are the move-in and move-out requirements?
- Who should I contact if I have a question or need assistance?
Understanding these details ahead of time can help you find a home that fits your needs and expectations.
Furnished Living for the Mid to Long Term
Flexible furnished housing is not about finding somewhere to stay for just a few nights. It is about having a comfortable home for an extended period of time while maintaining flexibility around your housing needs.
At Properties by Preston, our focus is furnished mid- and long-term housing. Check each listing for its minimum stay and choose a home that fits your timeline.
