Find roommates in NYC, minus the gamble
Jilo matches you with ID-verified people searching the same neighborhoods, scored for compatibility on budget, lifestyle, and habits before you ever say hi.
Pick where you are looking
Jilo covers the whole New York City metro. Match at the neighborhood level in any borough, or across the Hudson in Jersey City and Hoboken.
How finding a roommate on Jilo works
Verify once
Confirm your phone number and pass government ID and photo checks. Everyone you see in the feed has cleared the same gates.
See the fit first
Every profile is scored from 35% to 99% on budget overlap, move-in timing, sleep schedule, cleanliness, noise, and guests.
Match where you are looking
Pick your neighborhoods across the metro and only see verified people searching the same areas.
Keep it intentional
A five-chat limit means conversations get answered. Confirm a fit or decline to open the next slot.
Common questions about finding roommates in NYC
What is the best way to find a roommate in NYC?
The safest way is a platform that verifies identity and matches on compatibility, not just availability. Jilo requires phone and government ID verification for every account and scores every match on budget, move-in timing, lifestyle, and habits before you message.
How do I avoid roommate scams in NYC?
Never send money before seeing an apartment and meeting the person, and be wary of anyone who cannot verify who they are. Every Jilo account passes phone verification, and government ID verification through Stripe Identity is required before posting a listing or sending a first message.
What areas does Jilo cover?
Jilo covers the whole New York City metro: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, plus Jersey City and Hoboken across the Hudson. You match at the neighborhood level, so you only see people searching where you are.
Is Jilo free to use?
Getting verified and matched on Jilo is free. Details on any premium features will be shared closer to launch, and early-access members hear first.
Also see how Jilo keeps the search safe.