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

… between the three of us  I liked that the apartment was renovated but its small size made living there a struggle My … total for a threebedroom unit and wanted a decentsized kitchen with laundry in the building or preferably in the … and comfortable We have a goodsized kitchen and a single bathroom The building has a laundry room in the basement but …

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

… Seeking a roommate you can rely on to share the rent When it comes to living in New York City nothing is cheapand these days rents continue to break records Splitting the rent makes a … gig until it grew into a fullfledged business operating in Manhattan Brooklyn and Queens The service works like this …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 2, 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 … a roommate such as their agreeing to pay more for a larger bedroom space or to use their security deposit for the last … Report   HPD Online and NYC OpenData  If you do have bed bugs while renting your landlord is responsible for …

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
Turn one room into two: The insider's guide to temporary pressurized walls

Renting in New York City always causes sticker shock … especially now that the city is experiencing recordbreaking rents  So if you are  a recent college grad or young … wall can change an apartments layout you or your landlord may need to get a permit from the Department of …

By Evelyn Battaglia |May 27, 2025 - 10:30AM