Midwood, Brooklyn to Washington Heights: Higher rent and a friendlier Orthodox community

… home when needed  Washington Heights strong Orthodox Jewish community is also a big draw for us  Whereas back in Midwood … with an elevator Its a very convenient location All the stores we need like Key Foods and Staples  are a block or so … unbearable because I utilize my time well I bring different books and newspapers to read on the train At home there are …

By Josh M. |January 6, 2012 - 8:02AM
Astoria, Queens to Ditmas Park, Brooklyn: More space, inside and out

… My boyfriend and I were looking for an apartment that included our entire … of moving our work spaces outside of our bedrooms I had lived in a 1bedroom in Astoria for 13 years and slept next … pay more but the place is more expensive than my studio in Queens The cats have plenty of room one of them hides out …

By Lee Houck |December 9, 2011 - 1:56PM