Affordability, job opportunities and a strong sense of community are among the top things renters are looking for in 2025 when selecting a place to settle down, according to RentCafe.com.

The site recent compiled 20 metrics related to cost of living and housing, the local economy, and quality of life in order to rank the top places to rent nationwide.

The slideshow above illustrates the locations that received the highest marks for affordable living, as reported by RentCafe.com.

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