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RentHop

YC S09

New York City, US · 9 employees · Hiring · 4 known investors

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RentHop operates an apartment rental marketplace that ranks listings using data analysis based on freshness, accuracy, completeness, and manager responsiveness, offering list- and map-based search tools to renters. It also provides brokers and property managers tools to promote listings, get leads, and schedule viewings.

Also known as LM2 Research, Inc.

ConsumerMarketplacesPropTechMarketplaceReal EstateUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S09)

LZLawrence Zhou
Lawrence ZhouFounder
LLLee Lin
Lee LinFounder
LC
Lee C. LinFounder
LC
Lux ChenProduct / EngineeringFounder at Anywhere.FM
SL
Shane LeeManager
FC
Faye ChouManaging Director

Investors · 4

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corporate structure
LM2 Research, Inc.

Frequently asked questions

What does RentHop do?
RentHop operates an apartment rental marketplace that ranks listings using data analysis based on freshness, accuracy, completeness, and manager responsiveness, offering list- and map-based search tools to renters. It also provides brokers and property managers tools to promote listings, get leads, and schedule viewings.
Who founded RentHop?
RentHop was founded by Lawrence Zhou, Lee Lin.
Who are RentHop's investors?
RentHop's investors include Y Combinator, Joyance Partners, Social Starts, Two Sigma Ventures.
Where is RentHop headquartered?
RentHop is headquartered in New York City, US.