Idea: Apartments.com for improvement(s)

Description

This project aims to create a platform where users can not only search for apartments but also provide feedback and suggestions for improvements in the properties they have lived in. The Minimum Viable Product (MVP) could focus on a user-generated content feature allowing tenants to leave reviews and improvement suggestions, which could be categorized by type (e.g., maintenance, amenities, safety) and location. The application could also feature a map view for nearby apartments and a simple search function for users looking for rentals. This social aspect encourages tenant engagement and can assist landlords in identifying areas for improvement.

Ratings

• Business: 4
• Learning: 5
• SideProject: 3

Rating Descriptions

Business: There is significant potential in the real estate sector, particularly in rental markets. By focusing on tenant feedback, the platform can differentiate itself from existing services by providing actionable insights for landlords, which can attract both users and property owners. The business model could include subscription fees for landlords looking to understand tenant demographics and needs, as well as listing fees for new properties.

Learning: This project offers a great learning opportunity as it combines web development with elements of user experience design, database management, and user-generated content systems. Building a feedback mechanism and working on tenant engagement strategies would provide valuable experience in running a community-driven platform, which is essential for any solo founder.

SideProject: While the idea is feasible for a side project, building a clean and functional MVP may take more than a week considering the need for a user interface, database for storing feedback, and a basic search functionality. Collaborating with a designer to create an intuitive layout could add to the time investment, so I rate this a 3.