Kelly Kreth
Contributing writer
Contributing writer Kelly Kreth has been a freelance journalist, essayist, and columnist for more than two decades. Her real estate articles have appeared in The Real Deal, Luxury Listings, Our Town, and amNewYork. A long-time New York City renter who loves a good deal, Kreth currently lives in a coveted rent-stabilized apartment in a luxury building on the Upper East Side.
Posts by Kelly Kreth:
Why I moved to NYC from Michigan: For the opportunities, diversity, and to become a better version of myself
By Kelly Kreth
June 23, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Omar Hassan was happily living in Lansing, Michigan, but yearned for more opportunities, culture, and diversity. After landing in Astoria, Queens, he certainly got all that and more. Here is his story.
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Why we moved to NYC from Washington: To grow professionally and be in a place with more diversity and culture
By Kelly Kreth
June 16, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Seattle-based friends Serena and Amara shared a desire to move to New York City, so when their plans finally aligned, they decided to share an apartment in the Big Apple. Here's their story.
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Why I moved to NYC from Michigan: To continue my psychiatric training and have a 'big city' experience
By Kelly Kreth
June 9, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Psychiatrist Agam Dhawan left Michigan for work and lucked out with employer-subsidized housing in Queens. He finds the energy in NYC alluring, though not so much the hefty fines for driving violations. Here’s his story.
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Why I moved to NYC from London: My husband and I missed sunshine, proper summers, and our family and friends
By Kelly Kreth
June 2, 2023 - 12:30 PM
Longing to be closer to family and friends Christine Tse and her husband returned to NYC after a brief stint in London. They settled on Park Slope, where they could give their young child a real NYC experience. Here’s her story.
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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
By Kelly Kreth
May 26, 2023 - 09:30 AM
After having an epiphany in Thailand, Chelsea made a decision to buy a place on the Upper West Side where she could pursue her favorite activities more easily: running, nature, volunteering, and seeing her friends. Here's her story.
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Why I moved to NYC from Florida: My partner lives here—and I was sick of driving and the lack of diversity
By Kelly Kreth
May 19, 2023 - 10:00 AM
After graduation, Ashlynn decided to leave Florida to be close to her long-time partner in NYC. She ended up in Flushing, Queens. Here's her story.
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