Jennifer White Karp
Managing Editor
Jennifer steers Brick Underground’s editorial coverage of New York City residential real estate and writes articles on market trends and strategies for buyers, sellers, and renters. Jennifer’s 15-year career in New York City real estate journalism includes stints as a writer and editor at The Real Deal and its spinoff publication, Luxury Listings NYC. A longtime Brooklynite who has sworn off basement apartments, she graduated from Wesleyan University and has an MFA in nonfiction writing from the New School.
Posts by Jennifer White Karp:
Manhattan median rent hit $4,750 in November as renters continue to pay a premium
December 11, 2025 - 09:30 AM
Manhattan median rent in November hit $4,750 last month, an increase of 13.1 percent over November 2024, according to the Elliman Report.
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As the IBX gathers steam, some New Yorkers may be at risk of displacement
December 9, 2025 - 12:30 PM
How to prevent displacement with the creation of the Interborough Express (IBX) connecting Queens to south Brooklyn.
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No room for appliances? In some luxury NYC rentals, you can borrow them for a fee
December 2, 2025 - 13:30 PM
Over 150 NYC buildings have installed kiosks from TULU that give renters access to appliances and items for cleaning, cooking, beauty, hosting and more.
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Take the poll for Brick Underground’s annual Tipping Guide
December 1, 2025 - 10:00 AM
Share how much you plan to tip and see whether you’re in line with your neighbors by taking Brick Underground's two-click holiday tipping poll.
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5 quick and inexpensive renovation projects if you're selling your apartment or house
November 24, 2025 - 14:00 PM
Need some fast or relatively inexpensive (or both) reno ideas that give you some bang for the buck for a resale? Read on.
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Should NYC relax rules for short-term stays at private homes?
November 21, 2025 - 09:30 AM
NYC Council’s Committee on Housing and Buildings held a hearing on two bills that would relax NYC’s strict rules for short-term rentals for one- and two-family houses.
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