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Building RoomLink: A Community-Driven Housing Platform for Nigerians

DEV Weekend Challenge: Community

This is a submission for the DEV Weekend Challenge: Community

The Community

RoomLink was built for students, young professionals, NYSC members, and working-class Nigerians who struggle to find safe and affordable housing.

In many communities, people lose money to fake agents, unverified landlords, and unreliable listings. Finding a decent apartment often requires personal connections or risky payments.

This app serves people who want transparency, security, and peace of mind when searching for accommodation.


What I Built

I built RoomLink, a mobile platform that connects users to verified apartments and short-let listings.

The app allows users to:

  • Search for nearby apartments
  • View verified listings
  • Contact landlords and agents directly
  • Book inspections
  • Explore short-let options
  • Avoid rental scams

RoomLink focuses on building trust first before monetization.


Demo

📹 Video Demo:

https://youtube.com/shorts/93uPhJ-7140?si=toK-7k8pGenEWRI9


Code

💻 GitHub Repository:

https://github.com/roomlink


How I Built It

RoomLink was built using the following technologies:

  • React Native with Expo for mobile development
  • Firebase / Firestore for backend and database
  • Node.js for server-side logic
  • HTML/CSS for landing pages
  • Cloud hosting for deployment

The app was developed as an MVP with a focus on usability, speed, and scalability.


Challenges & Lessons

One major challenge was handling verification and preventing fake listings while keeping the platform easy to use.

I also learned how important community feedback is when building real-world products.

This project helped me improve my skills in full-stack development, product design, and startup thinking.


Future Plans

Planned improvements include:

  • In-app payments
  • AI-powered recommendations
  • Rent split calculator
  • Digital tenancy agreements
  • Expanded admin dashboard

My goal is to grow RoomLink into Nigeria’s most trusted housing platform.


Author

Built by Sunday Solomon Chiamaka

Feel free to connect with me and share feedback!

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