Should I stretch my budget for a one bedroom or save with a studio?

… it can make a lot of sense to opt for a studio over a one bedroom especially when living solo A studio is typically … building where you wouldnt be able to afford a larger apartment Still there are lots of challenges when it comes … Report The median rent in April for a Manhattan studio was $3250 vs $4374 for a one bedroom In Brooklyn it was $2983 vs …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 10, 2024 - 12:30PM
Need to choose an independent living community in NYC? Here's a checklist

… are tapping into the large and lucrative 65plus bracket with upscale independent living developments   But choices … occupancy Newer buildings also have two and threebedroom apartments and even penthouses Thats true too if you want to … the monthly rent should include   247 hospitality services utilities amenities weekly housekeeping and linen services …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 15, 2022 - 3:30PM
From Long Island City to Gramercy: After a breakup I needed my own space and to be near friends in Manhattan

… New York City and gave myself a month to find a job and an apartment there But every job I applied for required that I … a director of business development for an ad tech company near Times Square so I liked how easy my commute was I could … has had a few updates and is currently undergoing a renovation so I have to put up with construction noise …

By Kelly Kreth |September 2, 2022 - 1:00PM
Moving to a NYC rental apartment on a tight budget? Here's Brick's best advice

… a tight budget Being flexible about where youre willing to live is the best way to get an edge Check out outer borough neighborhoods farther from Manhattanespecially if you can … can also check out Bricks Neighborhood Secrets column for intel on specific neighborhoods  … Look for a nofee rental  …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |August 2, 2022 - 12:30PM