Sex, incl. sexual orientation & gender identity / Fair Housing phrase guide
"man cave" in listing copy: a minor Fair Housing flag
Minor A minor flag: usually fine, worth a second look.
Why
Gendered room names are on the caution side of the CRMLS ("gender specific") and NYPA lists. It's a minor risk, and a neutral name works just as well.
Safer wording
- bonus room
- flex space
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- CRMLS Fair Housing Word & Phrase List (Apr. 2021)
- Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List (New York Press Assn.; source: Oklahoma Press Assn.)
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Not legal advice. Word lists can't judge context, and laws differ by state and city. Rule sex-man-cave, ListingLint rules v2026.10.1.