Why I moved to NYC from Panama: So my son could launch his film career in my native city

… At first we wanted to buy a place but I convinced him to rent instead We lived in the heart of Casco Viejo aka San … Newcomers features firstperson accounts about why a renter or buyer decided to take a chance on NYC and … from a onebedroom unit in the middle of the pandemic Our rent was supposed to be $3500 but the owner offered it to us …

By Kelly Kreth |January 13, 2023 - 9:30AM
What is a dealbreaker when looking for a NYC rental?

… nicetohave and a dealbreaker is a rite of passage for NYC renters And for many newcomers what is initially a top … when they become more familiar with the city For example renters who want to live near Central Park quickly realize … in poor condition thats a reason to keep looking Broken security cameras or no security cameras poorly lit …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 20, 2022 - 4:00PM
5 things I miss about living in a large apartment building

… In New York City the type of building you live in can have just as much … effort to get some things donelike taking your own garbage outside Dont get me wrong my new apartment is a lot better I … perfect building  So now I schlep a bag of laundry to the closest laundromat which is a fiveminute walk but feels …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |November 11, 2021 - 2:30PM
From StuyTown to Hell's Kitchen: Leaving the 'dorm' for a quieter neighborhood

… in the East Village where they have a great deal on rent thanks to the universitys graduate student housing … We both moved to New York City to attend NYU  I am currently a doctoral student studying chemistry and my roommate … for anonymity The area felt very safe because of all the security that StuyTown provided However there was one thing …

By Kelly Kreth |September 30, 2021 - 1:00PM