From Washington Heights to Morningside Heights: I wanted a place that fit me better

… Sort of like Goldilocks and the Three Bears Naama Davidovics moved three times in New … Heres her story as told to Kelly Kreth I was born and raised in Teaneck New Jersey and spent a lot of time in New … Editors note Transitions  features firstperson accounts of what its like to move from one NYC neighborhood to

By Kelly Kreth |December 5, 2025 - 9:30AM
11 best websites for finding your ideal roommate in NYC

… optionsa furnished room in a shared apartment with builtin roommatescheck out Roomrs Cohabs and Outpost Club  This type … who lost their sublease and is in urgent need of a new home several people who are looking for another roommate … Perfect Strangers prequalifies you to ensure you meet the landlords income requirements and matches you with potential …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 2, 2025 - 11:30AM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… that ignore or dont know the laws that protect renters Your best bet in a hot rental market is to know how to avoid … on units as soon as they hit the market Finding a place to live in NYC also involves compromise regardless of your … is to search only for units within your budgetand know what it takes to qualify for an apartment here If you are …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
Rental checklist: 20 things to look for when signing a lease in NYC

… When moving to a new rental apartment in New York City you may be tempted to … necessarily a lawyer but it could be the renters parentslook at it as well said Gary Malin chief operating … you $50 or 5 percent of the monthly rent whichever is less There may also be a reference to who pays the broker fee so …

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
Moving to NYC after college? Here's how to find a rental apartment

New York City has long been a popular landing place and … your plan know that you will face lots of competition for apartments Of course its not just recent graduates who are … like free months are rare and applications from multiple hopeful renters and even bidding wars are the norm Yes you …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 15, 2025 - 10:00AM