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:
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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From Greenwich Village to the East Village: I was moving in with my partner and wanted an elevator building for our dog
By Kelly Kreth
May 12, 2023 - 09:45 AM
When Will Kuchins and his partner decided to move in together, he didn't have to head far. He left Greenwich Village for the East Village, where he found a place with an elevator for his Corgi’s convenience. Here's his story.
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Why I moved to NYC from Florida: To explore big-city life with my daughter and grow my travel blog
By Kelly Kreth
May 5, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Anne Grant and her nine-year-old daughter took the plunge and moved to Brooklyn to enjoy a big-city experience and to broaden her child’s horizons. Here’s their story.
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From Murray Hill to Long Island: Tired of renting, we bought a waterfront condo with a resort vibe
By Kelly Kreth
April 28, 2023 - 12:30 PM
Looking to transition from renting to buying, Darin and Mindy landed in picturesque Garvies Point in Glen Cove, N.Y, where their condo at The Beacon feels like a five-star hotel. Here is their story.
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Why I moved to NYC from Georgia: I got a job transfer and I'm living my dream draped in 'labels and love'
By Kelly Kreth
April 21, 2023 - 09:45 AM
When Yunice's new job allowed her to transfer to New York, she jumped on the chance to finally live out her “Sex and the City” dreams. She landed in a luxury apartment in the sky with killer views, hobnobs with celebs, and is living her very best life. Here is her story.
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