Why can the same apartment have very different prices for different move-in dates?

Quick answer

Apartment pricing can respond to vacancy timing and revenue-management rules. An apartment that is available immediately may be priced lower for an early move-in because the property wants to avoid vacancy. Delaying the start date can increase the quote even though the apartment number and floor plan are unchanged. Lease term, floor, view, current demand, and the time the specific unit has been vacant can also affect pricing. HomeBase therefore compares the exact unit, exact move-in date, exact lease term, and exact concession rather than relying on a floor-plan headline price.

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