Should I pay full years rent upfront?

So I have $30000 from a settlement, and I have no job. I'm looking at places to live and found an entire house for rent but the landlord wants me to pay the entire year upfront, it's gonna be just under $15000. I'm struggling with the idea of giving half of what I have but knowing I'll have a roof over my head for an entire year in a nice place. I'm going to get a job and my girlfriend would be paying me rent every month. Should I do this? Or is there another route I should consider? Thanks in advance

Update: I tried to negotiate to pay 3 months and he seemed upset so I said thanks anyway and started looking for cheaper apartments. Thanks everyone for helping me out, I didn't think this would get so many comments 😅