{"id":15213,"date":"2018-09-04T08:00:34","date_gmt":"2018-09-04T13:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abodo.com\/blog\/?p=15213"},"modified":"2023-07-28T10:33:14","modified_gmt":"2023-07-28T15:33:14","slug":"new-city-no-parking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/new-city-no-parking\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips on Moving to a City with No Parking for Your Car"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moving to a new city is a big decision that requires careful planning and consideration. Perhaps you\u2019ve already thought about such things as which preschool the kids will go to, and where you\u2019ll now take your yoga class. But have you made a plan for where you\u2019ll park your car in a city which is notorious for lack of parking spots?<\/span><\/p>\n

Unfortunately, cities with a lack of parking are becoming an increasingly common problem. That\u2019s why we understand that it can seem like quite the conundrum at first, especially if you haven\u2019t had the time to think it through. But there\u2019s no need to stress! You\u2019ll be happy to learn that there are a number of approaches you can take. Just read up on these 4 tips, and you\u2019ll be on your way to figuring out a solution in no time.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/b>Ask Around<\/strong><\/span>
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Ever heard of the expression, \u201cWhen in Rome, do as the Romans do\u201d? This is the approach you need to take when you first move to a city with no parking for your car. The locals in your city will know all of the ins and outs of finding parking in town, so seek their insights.<\/p>\n

Advertise That You\u2019re Looking for a Spot<\/b><\/h2>\n

\u201cDon\u2019t be afraid to create an advertisement that lets everyone know you\u2019re after a parking spot,\u201d says Angela Stringfellow of <\/span>Motor Today<\/span><\/a>. \u201cIf you\u2019ve already asked around for advice on getting a parking spot to no avail, creating an advertisement expressing your interest in renting a parking spot is your next best bet.\u201d <\/span>
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\n<\/span>We second this advice \u2013 there\u2019s no use being shy about what you need. Either use an online classifieds site like Craigslist, or if you want more of a traditional approach, go around town dropping off fliers with your request. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Find Resources Dedicated to Renting Out Parking Spaces<\/b><\/h2>\n

According to the experts at CarBrain<\/a>, “when you can\u2019t have your own of something, the easiest solution is to rent it. Same goes for a parking spot \u2013 one of your best bets, when parking is a problem, is to rent out a parking spot. The good news is that there are countless resources out there dedicated to streamlining the process of finding and renting one.”<\/span>
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\n<\/span>First, you\u2019ll need to decide whether you want to rent from an individual, or a company. If you want to rent from an individual, you can either ask around town (see tip 1 above), or use a website that will help you track someone in your area who\u2019s willing to rent one out, like <\/span>JustPark<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like to go the commercial route and rent from a company, just do a search on the web for parking spaces to rent in your city, or use a handy app, like <\/span>ParkWhiz<\/span><\/a>, to help you with finding a parking spot. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ditch the Car Altogether<\/b><\/h2>\n

We know some of you car-dependent folks are shaking your head at this piece of advice, but stay with us! If all of the tips above prove to be fruitless, ditching your car altogether might be your only choice. As an added bonus, you can lose that\u00a0monthly auto insurance payment<\/a>! Do you really want to be constantly stressing about where to park your car, and burning a hole through your wallet for parking?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s no doubt not an easy decision to make, so you\u2019ll need to weigh up the pros and cons. If you do decide to give up your car, there are many alternatives you can look at for getting around. For starters, there\u2019s public transport \u2013 buses, subway, and trains. <\/span><\/p>\n

A more novel approach is ridesharing. If you\u2019re unfamiliar with it, ridesharing is where you take a ride in an organized carpool. Consider looking into <\/span>Share Your Ride<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>CarpoolWorld<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>RideSharing<\/span><\/a>. If ridesharing isn\u2019t your thing, there are always taxis and of course, Uber or Lyft. <\/span><\/p>\n

And finally, if none of the above suggestions is an option, you can always use your two feet! Walking or biking is a fantastic way to stay healthy, and save on transportation costs.<\/span>
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\n<\/span>Do you have any more tips on moving to a city with no parking for your car? We\u2019d love to hear them! Leave a comment below if you have any advice!<\/span><\/i>
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