News New Design Improvements

Big news! Today marks the launch of a completely reimagined Roommates.com. Since 2003, we've proudly matched hundreds of thousands of roommates across the USA—and we're not slowing down anytime soon.


We’re thrilled to unveil our fresh new design, powerful new features, and an even better way to help you find the perfect roommate match. Plus, we’re giving you a sneak peek at what’s coming next!


Ready to explore the updates? Check out the quick rundown below. Want the full scoop? Keep scrolling!

What’s New? Get Ready to Be Amazed!

The updated Roommates.com is here, and it’s better than ever! Here’s a sneak peek at the exciting improvements we’ve made just for you:


Fresh, Modern Look
An all-new, updated design including new profiles, a revamped search, messaging, and more. Now, browsing roommates and showing off your room and personality is easier than ever.



Effortless Signup & Enhanced Customization
Getting started on Roommates.com has never been faster or easier! We’ve streamlined the signup process by breaking down room, home, and personal details into bite-sized steps—making it simple to focus on one task at a time. Plus, we’ve expanded home and room details so you can showcase your unique style and make your listing truly stand out!


Upgraded Profile Pages
We’ve redesigned our room and roommate profiles to showcase the most important information first and make it easier than ever to find possible roommates quickly. 

A couple of new things we’ve added:

  • Personality Badges - Are you a Foodie? Outdoorsy? Show off who you are to potential roommates! 
  • College or University Attendance - Are you in school? If so, add a badge and connect with others at your university who need or have rooms.




Enhanced Message Center & Photo Sharing – Communicate Better, Faster, and Smarter!
Our revamped message center doesn’t just look amazing—it’s more functional than ever! Now, you can share images directly with potential roommates to answer questions that only a photo can explain best. Show off your space and quickly determine who's truly interested—saving you time before scheduling in-person meetings.



Upgraded Search and Filters

We've updated our search and filters to be more powerful and fast, so you can spend more time messaging and less time searching.

Filter by things like College or University, as well as by our new personality and lifestyle badges to really narrow down your matches.



Stronger Security for Peace of Mind 
Trust is the foundation of Roommates.com, and we’re taking it to the next level. Our new, affordable ID verification feature helps you connect confidently, ensuring safer interactions with potential roommates. With key platform updates and performance improvements, Roommates.com is safer, faster, and more reliable than ever. And we’re not stopping there—stay tuned for even more updates to enhance your experience! 

What’s Coming Next?

With the advanced technology powering the newly redesigned Roommates.com, we’re better equipped to introduce new features more efficiently. Our goal is to help you Find Your Perfect Match® and support you throughout your entire roommate journey.

Looking ahead to 2025, we’re excited to roll out a variety of new features designed to enhance your experience on the platform further:

  • Personality scoring and matching will make finding your perfect match even more accurate.
  • Video chat and other verifications to offer even more safety
  • More tools to help manage your roommates and household, like budgeting, bills, chores, and more!

Stay Tuned—We’re Just Getting Started!

More exciting news and updates are coming your way soon! Don't miss out—follow us on social media for the latest announcements and roommate-finding tips. tools to help manage your roommates and household, like budgeting, bills, chores, and more!

Your next chapter starts here at Roommates.com — let’s find your perfect roommate together! 

Sign in today and Find Your Perfect Match®

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