About RU Renting
By Rutgers Students, For Rutgers Students
Our Story
RU Renting was born out of a simple frustration: finding off-campus housing at Rutgers was way harder than it needed to be. Scattered listings, unverified landlords, and no centralized platform meant students were left to navigate a confusing market on their own.
As Rutgers students ourselves, we experienced these challenges firsthand. We knew there had to be a better way. So we built it.
RU Renting is the housing platform we wished existed when we started our search, a trusted marketplace designed specifically for Rutgers students, by Rutgers students.
Meet the Founders
Eliav Baron
Co-Founder & CEO
Rutgers student with a passion for real estate and creating solutions that make student life easier. As CEO, Eliav leads the vision and strategy behind RU Renting, ensuring every student finds their perfect off-campus home.

Leo Rothstein
Co-Founder & CTO
Rutgers student and tech enthusiast dedicated to building platforms that solve real problems. As CTO, Leo oversees the technical development of RU Renting, creating a seamless experience for students and landlords alike.
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