Virginia K. Smith
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Can't afford the $3.69 million to land the "doorman" apartment from Seinfeld—or just hankering for another replica-of-a-beloved-TV-set experience since the closing of that Central Perk pop-up? You're in luck: Hulu is creating a full replica of Jerry's apartment in the West Village in honor of the show's June 24th debut on the streaming service,
Further proof that even in New York's overheated market, the situation in Bed-Stuy is particularly bonkers: Yesterday, the New York Observer reported a "new era" of higher-end townhouse renovations in the area (with price tags edging towards the $3 million mark), on the same day Brownstoner spotted harshly wor
A picture frame full of bees? A picture frame full of bees! (Curbed National)
New York's Zombie House problem is only getting worse (AM NY)
The Brooklyn real estate bubble, however, is still bubblin' (Gothamist)
Another day, another disturbing finding to worry about: Researchers at Quinnipiac University studied the toothbrushes of students who use shared bathrooms, and found that 60 percent of them "tested positive for fecal matter," and that there was an 80 percent chance the bacteria came from someone other than the toothbrush's owner.
How likely is it that your favorite neighborhood restaurant has a rat problem? Here's a map that'll tell you just that (Gothamist)
Harsher penalties may be on the way for landlords who illegally put apartments on Airbnb (NYDN)
Tips to keep you from going bankrupt during your next move (The Financial Diet)
