The Newcomers

NYC harbor with Staten Island ferry
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Why I moved to NYC from LA: I wanted opportunities and a career that fulfills me
By Kelly Kreth |June 5, 2026 - 9:30AM
Dylan in his Murray Hill apartment
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Why I moved to NYC from Ohio: I wanted to feed my passion for karaoke, art, and vintage décor
By Kelly Kreth |May 8, 2026 - 9:30AM
Grace in her Greenpoint apartment
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Why I moved to NYC from D.C: After growing up outside the city, I wanted to make it my own
By Kelly Kreth |April 3, 2026 - 9:30AM
Stephanie moves from Chicago to UES
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Why I moved to NYC from Chicago: My Midwest life felt stable but I craved ‘energy and urgency’
By Kelly Kreth |March 6, 2026 - 9:30AM
Caputo's Bake Shop in Carroll Gardens
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Why we moved to NYC from San Francisco: To support our daughter undergoing breast cancer treatment
By Kelly Kreth |January 16, 2026 - 9:30AM
Zoey moves from OK to NYC
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Why I moved to NYC from Oklahoma: I was ready for a big career move
By Kelly Kreth |November 7, 2025 - 9:30AM
Battery Park, Pier A and the buildings of downtown Manhattan
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Why we moved to NYC from Dallas: We wanted to spend our retirement years in the city

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By Kelly Kreth |October 10, 2025 - 9:30AM
Rachel's one-bedroom co-op apartment is newly renovated.
Roommates + Landlords
Why I moved to NYC from Long Island: After living with mean roommates, I wanted to own a place of my own
By Kelly Kreth |August 8, 2025 - 9:30AM
Laura and her dog Jack
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Why I moved to NYC from Brazil: I relocated for work and reunited with friends I made 15 years ago
By Kelly Kreth |July 11, 2025 - 9:30AM
Helen and Ian
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Why we moved from London to NYC: We always wanted to live abroad and fell in love with Brooklyn
By Kelly Kreth |April 18, 2025 - 9:30AM