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unit 1A, a one-bedroom duplex at 330 Grand St.

The Search

7 reasons why ground-floor apartments are desirable—instead of dealbreakers

By Jennifer White Karp |March 13, 2026 - 9:30AM

Troubleshooting

Is your neighbor harassing you? Follow these 4 steps to handle the problem

By Evelyn Battaglia |February 16, 2026 - 9:30AM

Live

Gas was seeping through our walls and my family is lucky our neighbor took action

By Emily Myers |September 16, 2025 - 11:30AM

Products + Services

How to tell if your apartment has mold—and how to get rid of it

… that under NYC law owners of buildings with three or more apartments are required to keep their tenants apartments free of mold and pests and address the … scenarios are the most common ways mold takes hold in NYC apartments both new and old … Cause 1 A leak from another …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 18, 2025 - 12:30PM

Neighbors

How do I stop my neighbor's cooking smells from wafting into my apartment?

By Alanna Schubach |September 12, 2023 - 10:00AM

Small Projects + DIY

How do I keep my neighbor’s smoke and cooking odors out of my apartment?

By Celia Young |July 18, 2023 - 12:30PM

Roommates + Landlords

Ask Sam: Can I be evicted for smoking pot now that it's legal?

Sponsored By Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP |June 9, 2021 - 9:30AM

Kids + Pets

Having pets in New York City—Brick Underground’s best advice

… in the city is not for the faint of heart Read on for our best advice on living with pets in NYC Editors note An … move For more info heres 4 key questions to ask before you live with a pet in NYC If you plan on getting a puppy youll … outer boroughs are close contenders among 8 of the best NYC neighborhoods for dogs Hankering for something more exotic …