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A Bay Area rental listing for a one-bedroom in Walnut Creek shocked online users by charging an extra $200 monthly for remote workers — despite the property’s nice perks like hardwood floors and sunlit living space. The listing, called “The Cottage,” sparked viral outrage, especially on Reddit, with critics calling the fee absurd. By July 19, the listing was pulled — whether due to backlash or a sale remains unclear — but the story became a cautionary tale about how quickly outrageous rental demands can go viral and disappear.

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