What a difference a day makes !
We all need a little rant once in a while. Sometimes I rant out loud, here alone. I think it helps to "voice" it persay and get it out of our system.
I understand the desire for that stability. Since I have been on my own, about 26 years, I have rented and although there are parts of it I don't mind, like not being financially responsible if the plumbing or the roofing goes wrong, I would still love a place that I would never need to leave unless I could no longer be independent. Most of the moves I have made were my choice, but some were not. Someone else would take over and change the rents sky high and I would choose not to play the game and move on.
I do hope you find some joyful surprises where you are.