You're definitely not alone in this — Trulia can be a bit of a pain with old listings, bugs, and landlords who seem to vanish. A lot of this happens because the same listings pop up on different sites, which can confuse things.
✅ Give other platforms a shot:
Instead of just sticking with Trulia, try using Realtor.com, Apartments.com, Zumper, or PadMapper. They usually have newer listings and better ways to filter what you need.
Reach out to landlords directly:
Walking around neighborhoods or contacting property managers on Facebook Marketplace can get you faster replies.
Check out local resources:
Websites like Realtor.com and local Facebook groups may have rental listings sooner than the big apps.
Pro tip: Don’t stick to one app — use a bunch of them and reach out directly. That’s usually the quickest way to get some real answers.
