Manhattan median rent hit $4,750 in November as renters continue to pay a premium

… Offering to pay more than the landlord is asking seems absurd … are skyhigh but the practice has become a hallmark of New York Citys ultracompetitive real estate market Renters will … last month an annual increase of 15 percent Lease signings dropped 105 percent from the previous year … You Might Also …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 11, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to move to NYC: A crash course for finding an apartment

… of moving to New York City You must like a challenge The rental process can seem daunting because of NYCs steep rents … really is the quality of the produce selection at the local supermarket and how the area feels at night Sure … can do more targeted research by checking out  websites for local news a good way to get a sense of whats happening in a …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to break the lease for your NYC rental apartment

… as a therapists office  The Met Council on Housing  a NYC tenants rights organization has a guide to what … allowed to charge commissions if they are not a licensed real estate agent Horigan said You can however hire an agent … So before you move out be sure to build your case by taking photos of the problem and keeping a record of all efforts in …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 16, 2025 - 10:30AM
New development is rapidly transforming Gowanus. Here’s what renters and buyers can get

… a small number of condos … Construction year … Rent per square foot … Premium … Gowanus 2018 or after $7742 3487 percent … SteikerEpstein said Units range in size from approximately 400 to 1200 square feet with rents for studios starting at …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 21, 2025 - 10:30AM
Fewer buyers, steeper rents, and costlier renovations: How tariffs could impact NYC real estate

… at least one lawsuit Now theyre coming for New York Citys real estate market President Donald Trump imposed a broad 10 … More rent hikes expected … If wouldbebuyers decide to keep renting its likely rents will rise based on demand as more …

By Celia Young |April 17, 2025 - 11:30AM