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Old Upper East Side Offers New Deals!

When I started apartment-hunting this fall, I thought I would end up in Brooklyn. It seemed like a good value proposition, and I wanted to live in a laid-back neighborhood with creative young people and a feeling of community....

Deal Grab Bag: Parker Towers 875 sqft from $1900 (Forest Hills)

Best location in Forest Hills – Size Matters Apartment 2K– Fully Renovated 1BR with private balcony * 875 SF * $1900 Our Largest One Bedroom, kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, marble bathroom with hand carved vanity. FLOOR PLAN Apartment 6W – Corner Two...

The Right Apartment for Me – Walk Up vs Doorman/Elevator

It's June, and your lease is up by July 1. You've always lived in a doorman/elevator building, but are now considering a walk-up. You've heard some horror stories, but aren't sure. What are some factors to worry about? Well,...

How low can you go?

What Now? You've scoured the city for the perfect apartment, and now you've found that gem. Now what? Is the listing price the last word? We wrote a short piece last April (How to Negotiate a Lower Apartment Rent) about rent...

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New York Apartment Rental Deals

We've all heard the news about concessions being offered by landlords, but what are they? Most rental deals have been in the form of "months free" at the end of the lease or "OP - the owner pays the...