Roommate Rights q&A
My roommate is moving out, but its before our lease ends. I can’t afford to live there alone, and my roommate can’t afford to break the lease, what can we do?
There are times when you live somewhere but have to move before the lease is up, or something comes up and you’re not able to live in your apartment for a couple months. If you don’t want to pay rent for an apartment where you’re not living, subletting might be a good option. A sublet is when someone takes over the remaining part of your lease.
In Illinois, you’re allowed to sublet your apartment unless your lease explicitly says it’s not allowed, and you don’t necessarily have to tell your landlord. In most cases, you’ll have to find the person who will sublet your apartment, and so long as your name is on the lease you’re still responsible for paying rent, so it’s important to screen people before you sublet to them.
Some more information on subletting in Illinois:
WHAT IF MY ROOMMATE LEAVES OR STOPS PAYING RENT?
If your roommate moves out or stops paying rent, you’re still responsible for their part of the rent, so it’s a good idea to talk with your landlord about the change and/or try to find a new person to take over your roommate’s part of the lease.
How to Deal With a Roommate Moving Out