A rent payer is someone who pays rent for a property. A LESSEE is someone who has a long-term lease on a property, usually for a period of one year or more. A TENANT is someone who rents a property for a short-term period, usually for a month or less. A ROOMER is someone who rents a room in a house or apartment from the owner. An enan is someone who pays rent to live in a shared living space, such as a dormitory.