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After a three month streak of bad luck, it finally seemed like things were turning around for Madison. She'd been searching for a room to rent ever since a falling-out with her best friend had left her couch-surfing. Desperate for something a little more permanent, and private, Madison scoured Craigslist for rooms to rent.
"$400 a month?" Madison whispered to herself as she read the details. "That has to be a mistake".
Even a single bedroom in the city usually went for twice that. Either the pictures were fake and the place was a dump, or there was some kind of catch.
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[ Fully-Furnished Room to Rent in Beautiful three-bedroom townhouse ]
I am a young professional woman looking for a quiet, friendly, and responsible roommate to share my home. The room is full-furnished and includes an en-suite private bathroom. My home is in a quiet neighborhood, close to transit. Rent is $400 a month, utilities included. Photos available upon request. Background check required. No smoking. No pets.
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Madison looked at the pictures again, admiring the hardwood floors and the deep soaking tub. Her gut told her that there had to be a catch, but she sent the email anyway. Even if the place wasn't as nice as the photos suggested, she couldn't beat $400 a month.