The Brothers - 1956 Renting the Attic 1-3 was released on:

USA: 16 October 1956

Yes renting a home is just like renting an apartment although it may be more expensive as homes normally consist of more rooms whereas an apartment is normally limited to 1 or 2 bedrooms a home can have many bedrooms.

You might try renting one out...

the cost is 1 million pound plus VAT

Home renting is better financially only when you are renting to own. Other than that, simple advantages could include privacy from neighbors and more space.