Cryptocurrency has been all the rage lately, and everyone from Snoop Dogg to the first-time stock trader is taking notice. For those new to it, cryptocurrency—or crypto— is a digital currency that uses an online ledger with strong cryptography to secure online transactions. Think of crypto like casino chips: you have to use real currency to get your chips, but then you can turn around and use those chips to buy the good or service you want, so long as the seller accepts crypto as a form of payment.
Among all cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin has been particularly on fire. Increasing more than 40% over the past month alone, Bitcoin has emerged as the world’s leading cryptocurrency. With more major companies like Tesla and Twitter toying with the idea of using and accepting Bitcoin as a payment option, we’re getting closer and closer to a world in which Bitcoin will one day be an acceptable form of rent payment.
That’s why we put together this list of dreamy homes and apartments across 12 U.S. cities that would cost you 1 Bitcoin* or less per month to rent.
1. Los Angeles
If you’re going to spend your Bitcoin anywhere in the U.S., it might as well be along the coveted Pacific Coast, right? This 4-bedroom oceanside beauty is nestled right along the PCH in Pacific Palisades, meaning you’re just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Santa Monica. As for the house? Well, the pictures speak for themselves. And it comes at just under 1 Bitcoin at $44,000/month.
2. San Francisco
For the price of just over ½ of a Bitcoin, you can live in this San Francisco home. A 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home with an unobstructed rooftop view of the Golden Gate Bridge, this house is located in the coveted Sea Cliff neighborhood. The glass-wall bathroom on the top floor is just one of the unique features of this 4-story home. It’s also within walking distance to Land’s End, the city’s premier hiking trail, and China Beach.
3. New York
Wake up to a view of the city that never sleeps in this 4-bedroom skyscraper apartment. Coming in at $50,000/month, this 4,350-square-foot home is within walking distance to just about everything NYC has to offer. It also sits on the luxury building’s 32nd and 33rd floors and comes with unobstructed 360-degree city views. We’ll take two, please. It’s all yours for about 1 Bitcoin or $50,000/month.
4. Chicago
Don’t let the humble price tag on this house fool you; it’s a luxury home in a perfect neighborhood. For just $9,000/month or about ⅕ of a Bitcoin, you can live in this 4-story, 4-bedroom townhouse with a private patio and yard. It’s located next to Ukrainian Village and is within easy walking distance to the shops and dining on W Chicago Ave and the West Loop.
5. Boston
Looking for a little space? This Cambridge estate is calling your name. With 5-bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, the interior of this house is just the start of the sprawling area you’ll call home. A private, built-in pool, gym, sauna, and 3 acres of meticulously maintained gardens make this one an easy sell. Plus, it’ll cost you just $35,000/month, leaving you with almost ⅓ of a Bitcoin to spare.
6. Atlanta
When a house has more bathrooms than bedrooms, you know it’s massive. This Buckhead home is situated on 3.7 private acres and has 8 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. Heated floors, a giant backyard with a pool, and an in-home gym make this estate a luxurious place to call home. It’ll cost almost 1 Bitcoin at $40,000/month.
7. Seattle
A fully-furnished, 3-bedroom penthouse suite doesn’t sound too shabby, does it? This Downtown Bellevue pad is perfect for those looking for a home with a view. The penthouse itself looks out over Lake Washington and the luxury apartment building features a 41st floor Sky Terrace rooftop deck complete with a firepit. The penthouse costs $25,000/month to rent, keeping ½ of a Bitcoin in your pocket each month.
8. Miami
Just north of Miami in Aventura, Florida, this oceanside home is available to rent for around ⅔ of a Bitcoin. With a private, 55’ dock space, an infinity pool, and water views in the front and back of the house, you definitely have options when it comes to enjoying the water and Florida sunshine.
9. Philadelphia
This penthouse apartment is the definition of luxury living in Philly. Living here means taking advantage of an indoor and outdoor residents’ lounge, swimming pool, fitness center, bocce court, movie theater, doggie daycare, salon, dry cleaning service, and the list goes on. The penthouse itself is spread out over 2,300 square feet and offers views of downtown Philadelphia. It’s all yours for the price of ½ of a Bitcoin.
10. Austin
An entirely private, huge outdoor balcony is just one of the perks in this Downtown Austin 2-bedroom high-rise apartment. Add to that a one-of-a-kind view of the city and the Colorado River, swimming pool, and a Torchy’s Tacos right outside your doorstep. Under ½ of a Bitcoin/month for all of this? We’re sold.
11. Denver
Just outside of Denver proper in Edgewood, Colorado lies this $12,000/month house. Furnished and complete with a backyard and swimming pool, a home like this is hard to come by. It’s located across from Wellshire Golf Course in the coveted Cherry Hills neighborhood with easy access to all the restaurants and coffee shops along E. Hampden Ave. Save nearly ¾ of a Bitcoin every month when you rent this dog-friendly estate.
12. Phoenix
Why confine yourself to an apartment in Phoenix when you can rent an entire villa in the middle of a desert? This 3-bedroom home comes with views of Tonto National Forest and easy access to all of its renowned hiking trails. Cool off in the built-in pool or have a drink on the covered patio. Coming in at well under ¼ of a Bitcoin, this house will run you a mere $12,000/month.
The price of Bitcoin fluctuates by the minute, and rent prices do, too. What 1 Bitcoin can get you in rent today might be even more tomorrow. Keep an eye on the average rent prices in U.S. cities to stay up to date on what you can afford, whether it’s in USD or, one day soon, Bitcoin. Check the Bitcoin price on any cryptocurrency exchange for real-time pricing.
*At the time of writing, 1 Bitcoin= ~$52,000.
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