Roommate Finder

Find Roommates Near UCR

Most UCR off-campus rentals are shared houses. Whether you need to fill a room in a house you already have or are looking for a group to join, Highlander Housing's Discord is where UCR students connect.

Two ways to find roommates

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Looking for a group to join

Post in the #looking-for-roommate channel with your budget, preferred area, move-in date, and a little about yourself. Existing groups looking for one more person post there regularly.

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Have a house, need to fill rooms

If you've signed a lease and need to find people to fill the remaining rooms, post in #looking-for-housing. Many students are looking for a group to join and would be open to your house.

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How to find a good roommate match

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Talk before you commit
Meet in person or video call before agreeing to live together. A 20-minute conversation reveals a lot about whether someone will be a compatible housemate.
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Align on the basics
Agree on cleanliness expectations, guest policies, noise levels, and how household expenses like utilities and supplies will be split before anyone signs.
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Get the financial situation clear
On a joint lease, all roommates are usually responsible for the full rent. If one person doesn't pay, the others are on the hook. Make sure everyone in your group can actually afford it.
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Understand what happens if someone leaves
People transfer, fail out, or change plans. Before signing together, discuss what happens if someone needs to leave mid-lease. Some leases make this harder than others.

1,900+ UCR students. One community.

The Highlander Housing Discord has a dedicated roommate matching channel where UCR students post what they're looking for, who they are, and what they need. It's the most direct way to connect with real UCR students looking to share housing.

#looking-for-roommate — Post your situation and what you need
#looking-for-housing — Find groups that have a house and need people
#verified-full-leases — Listings where rooms may be available
Direct message other members to connect privately
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Find your people. Find your house.

UCR roommate matching happens in the Highlander Housing Discord. Free to join, 1,900+ members.

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