#roommatesearch

So... here's my roommate listing that I've drafted up:

I am looking to either find housing with someone already with an apartment (but needs a roommate) or someone else new to the city (like myself) that needs to find an apartment.  I have specific ideas of where I want to live, who to live with and etc… but all that is pretty negotiable.

$: Looking for something around $500, but can go higher depending.

Where:  I want to live in either Logan Square, Buck Town or Wicker Park --- MUST be close to an El train stop…

When:  On May 23rd I’m getting on a one-way flight bound for Chicago.  Let’s hope I find housing before I get there.

What:

Ideally, I am looking for permanent housing (but will accept month to month if needed). Obvious requirements are that it is clean --- I am okay if it is a little small (within reason); would prefer if it had laundry facilities and was located near a grocery store … and other shops.

Me:

So a little introduction ---- I just graduated college a year ago and moved back home.  Then I got a job and started saving up money to move out… and now here I am!  I have enough money to last me at least 6 months.  I am responsible, respectful and clean.  I like to keep common areas neat but my own room, admittedly, is somewhat messy (never dirty though!).  I enjoy going out and being active --- going to museums, galleries, shows and trying new foods.  I laugh loudly and easily. I like to have fun but never bring the ugly home.  I’m a people-pleaser and will try (almost) anything once.  I don’t like confrontations but can stand up for myself if the moment arises.  I have goals and am working hard to achieve them.

Looking for:

I need a good solid female roommate. If we become good friends, that would be awesome!  It’s not necessary for us to be BFFs, but I’d like it if we get along well and can sometimes grab a drink and catch up on our lives.  You must be responsible (as in able to pay the bills on time and pick up after yourself).  Do you like to keep active --- it would be cool to have a workout buddy to run, go to the gym, or hike (do they have hiking around Chicago?).  I want someone, ideally, who’s in it for the long term (more than a couple of months) and who is in a similar boat.

I know this is 4 months+ from now but I figured I would send this out now and see what happens.  We can Skype and get to know each other before meeting in Chicago and finding a place together.

Please reply with something about yourself and what you are looking for.  Serious inquiries only.

Any takers? :X