Post your need. Connect directly.
Looking for a roommate, or subletting your place? Post it in your city and message people directly — no listings to scroll through, no middleman.
How CityStart works
Post, browse, message — that's it.
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Post your need
Looking for a roommate, or subletting your place? Post it in a couple minutes.
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Browse & get messaged
Your post shows up for anyone browsing DC roommates and sublets — no waiting around.
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Connect directly
Message back and forth right on CityStart, and take it from there — no middleman.
Popular neighborhoods
Find your corner of the city.
Why CityStart
Direct messaging
Message people right on CityStart — no middleman.
Post in minutes
No account approval, no waiting — post and go live instantly.
Flexible terms
Roommate needed or a short sublet — either works.
Built for interns
Made for short stays and first moves.
Community-first
Meet people, not just landlords.
Always fresh
New posts show up on the board as soon as they're live.
More than housing.
Find your people and your places from day one.
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