While rent has become more affordable over the past few years, the  national average cost of $1,672 per month  is still a pretty penny for many—particularly for those who are trying to juggle debt with everyday living expenses. That’s why some renters are thinking outside the box and intentionally forgoing traditional living rooms . Instead of actually using these shared communal spaces to hang out with roommates, they’re converting them into bedrooms to help reduce monthly rent . In fact, a