IROOMit Technologies: Transforming Co-Living Through Intelligent Real Estate Solutions

In an era where urban housing challenges are escalating, and digital transformation is reshaping traditional markets, iROOMit Technologies stands at the intersection of real estate, technology, and lifestyle innovation. Founded in 2022 and officially launched in 2023, this Ottawa-based tech company is redefining the way people find roommates and shared living arrangements in global cities. With its emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI), trust, and user-centric design, iROOMit has rapidly become a leading player in the co-living tech space.

iROOMit was founded by entrepreneur Kal Merhi, who recognized a gap in the roommate and shared housing market—particularly around safety, compatibility, and efficiency. Traditional platforms often failed to account for the complexity of human lifestyles, offering minimal verification and superficial matching systems. iROOMit emerged from the belief that smarter, tech-driven tools could address these issues while streamlining the search for roommates and rooms.

By mid-2023, iROOMit launched a fully operational platform, including a mobile app and web interface. The company introduced AI-powered algorithms to match roommates based on lifestyle preferences, behaviors, and shared interests. The result was a personalized and intuitive user experience that attracted thousands of users within the first few months.

Products and Features Designed for a New Generation

The iROOMit app and website are designed for ease of use and robust functionality. Users can browse and post listings, complete lifestyle quizzes, and find roommate matches using compatibility scores. Key features include:

·       AI Matchmaking: Users receive roommate suggestions based on algorithmic analysis of their preferences, habits, and social compatibility.

·       ID Verification: Government-issued identification is required to build user trust and prevent fraud.

·       Real-Time Communication Tools: Live video interviews, secure chat, and call features help users connect safely and effectively.

·       Smart Listings: Location-based and filter-enabled search tools allow users to discover the best living spaces for their needs.

Landlords and renters can create listings for free, with optional premium upgrades for higher visibility. This flexibility appeals to both individual landlords and professional property managers.

Beyond technology, iROOMit provides services that enhance user security and streamline the rental process. Its built-in verification systems and direct messaging features foster trust between strangers who might soon become housemates. Lifestyle-based profiles ensure that matches go beyond superficial criteria like rent budget or location.

The platform also supports landlords and property managers by allowing seamless listing management, tenant communication, and visibility enhancements through promotional tools. iROOMit’s 24/7 customer service reinforces its commitment to reliability and user satisfaction.

What sets iROOMit apart is its innovative application of artificial intelligence within the real estate tech space. The platform’s algorithm doesn’t just find users with similar preferences, it learns from user behavior to improve match accuracy over time. Coupled with machine learning, fraud detection protocols, and ID verification systems, iROOMit provides a comprehensive digital solution to modern co-living.

iROOMit’s technological approach addresses broader industry shifts. As cities grow denser and housing becomes more expensive, co-living is emerging as a viable lifestyle choice. iROOMit’s smart tools help users navigate this shift with confidence and ease.

In less than two years, iROOMit has scaled across 10,000+ cities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Australia. As of 2025, the company has over 140,000 active users and continues to report exponential growth in both tenant and landlord registrations. Media coverage from Digital Journal, Yahoo Finance, and Business Insider has highlighted iROOMit’s innovative AI application and market impact.

iROOMit’s mission is clear: to make co-living more intelligent, safe, and globally accessible. The company envisions a world where finding a roommate is as easy, secure, and personalized as booking a hotel—where trust is built into the system and community is formed by design.

With its AI-first strategy and focus on real-world housing needs, iROOMit is not just participating in the digital real estate revolution, it’s leading it.