Faye Chou

Upper Manhattan Rental Gems to Consider for July and August

For many of us, it's hard to pass up an opportunity to live in Manhattan especially when you find an amazing deal. These are what we at RentHop like to refer to internally as gems. Thanks to years of...

Which Bodies of Waters Around NYC Are Safe To Swim In?

As the temperatures in New York City rise, residents are desperately seeking ways to escape the oppressive heat. Unfortunately, not everyone has access to amenities like a pool, air conditioner, or the time/funds to flee to a place that...

NYC Mental Health Programs for Residents

These life-saving resources are available to NYC residents, for you, your friends, and your neighbors. For years the importance of mental health has been underrepresented in our communities. But why shouldn't our minds be just as important as our bodies?...

Old Penn Station: History and Photos of One of NYC’s Lost Iconic Landmarks

It's no secret that a large population of New Yorkers can't stand Penn Station, especially since the original structure was demolished. It has been called the "most hated" building, a "dangerous dungeon", "terrifying", and countless more "unpleasantries" have been...

The Stories Behind the Names of NYC’s Streets

Among New York’s many numbered streets and avenues, Lexington Ave, Canal Street, and Broadway, and a handful of roadways still bear more traditional titles. These street names make reference to historic individuals, landmarks, and events that helped to shape...

The Times Square: Repurposing A Broadway Theatre

New York has long been considered the hub of the American theatre scene: the 2018 World Cities Culture Report counted 637 operational theatres within the city’s limits and estimated that ticket sales for New York City’s theatrical events total...

Tips and Tricks to See Theatre for Cheap in NYC

Being a New York City resident provides unique access to a number of exciting things: artichoke pizza, subway rat sightings, and some of the finest museums in the country. But by far my favorite part of city living is...

The Evolution of Public Transit in NYC

We all know New Yorkers love to complain about the subway. However, our current transit system doesn’t seem so bad when you consider that commuters in centuries past had to deal with such inconveniences as literal tons of horse...

The City Under the City – Subterranean Network Underneath NYC

Millions of humans (and 600,000 dogs) walk the streets of New York City each day, oblivious to the massive subterranean network beneath their feet. This hidden infrastructure moves the city’s electricity, water, internet, wastewater, steam, and natural gas. Each...

Russian/Turkish Bath Experience

As New York City slowly shifts to spring weather, there’s still the occasional lingering winter chill that might have you wanting warmer environments. And what’s hotter and more comfortable than a day at the sauna? While NYC is home...

About Me

Faye is the Managing Director of the RentHop Operations team. In her 10 years at RentHop, Faye has written numerous articles on a variety of real estate topics. If you're interested in learning more about the current state of the rental housing market or want Faye's best tips for your apartment search then check out more of her articles.

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Renting in Wilshire Center Koreatown

Los Angeles is one of the most expensive cities in the country for renting and buying real estate. However,...