also: しゃっか
Refers to a house that is rented, either from the tenant's or landlord's perspective. 借家 is the standard term; 借屋 is rare.
I live in a rented house now, but I want to buy a house someday.
There are few houses for rent in this area.
He lives in a rented house near the station.
I'm looking for a rented house because I'm moving.
Next month, I'm planning to move out of the rented house and into a new home.
living in rented quarters; renting a house
Rarely used kanji form; 借家 is strongly preferred.