How much you can save buying in NYC if you're willing to give up some typical must-haves

… Most buyers think in terms of musthaves when apartment hunting in New York City like private … save $500000 on your apartment Buy one in a building that doesnt allow washerdryers to be installed We have seen …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 22, 2025 - 3:00PM
What you can buy for $1 million in Greenwich Village

… lies between the East and West Villages is bounded by 14th Street on the North and Houston Street on the south The … you see art everywherein the streets in the galleries in homes and in restaurants … What are housing and pricing like … are several newer developments on University Place between 14th Street and Washington Square including the following  …

By Nancy A. Ruhling |July 12, 2023 - 9:30AM
From Gramercy Park to the UWS: My rental wasn't bringing me (or my cat) joy so I bought a place that's everything I wanted

… and seeing her friends Her new Upper West Side apartment brings her all that and more Heres her story  I was … up buying a place there in 2016 Moving into a big twobedroom twoandahalfbath house was a wakeup call for me I felt … running along the highway There is this tiny walkway right near ConEdison where I was routinely fighting for my life …

By Kelly Kreth |May 26, 2023 - 9:30AM
Why I moved to NYC from Georgia: I got a job transfer and I'm living my dream draped in 'labels and love'

… about why a renter or buyer decided to take a chance on NYC and live here now Have a story to share Drop us an email … on the listings and the photos In May I booked a trip to NYC to view them  The building I chose was actually the … huge fan of driving and stopping for gasand pulling out my trash and recycling bins was the bane of my existence Both …

By Kelly Kreth |April 21, 2023 - 9:45AM
Where seniors can find independent living residences in Brooklyn

… Brooklynites who want to age in place have a slew of senior living residences that aim to serve them in their own … Heights which  like  luxe independent living communities in Manhattan  is pioneering a stylish alternative to … the city There are 275 studios and one and twobedroom apartments 145 for independent living all with designer …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 20, 2022 - 12:30PM
What is a dealbreaker when looking for a NYC rental?

… if you want to stay within your budget Deciding between whats a musthave or nicetohave and a dealbreaker is a rite … for many newcomers what is initially a top priority changes when they become more familiar with the city For example … responsiveness If the building appears neglected what happens if the lock on the front door is damaged Or a broken …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 20, 2022 - 4:00PM