Back when apartments were implemented, I do remember reading that they could increase the number of them.

Well, SE, it's time to do that. With the influx of new players, you really need to do something about this sooner rather than later.

Also, there's a survey that's gone out. I don't know if it's to every player or just a sampling of them. If you get one, fill it out. There's a section for relaying messages to the devs. Tell them they need to do something to alleviate the housing issues.