Lee Lin

Hurry! These Apartments Won’t Last! – New York Edition

It's time to find your next apartment, and we sympathize with the frustration. Between looking for a unit, touring, and applying, finding a new unit can feel impossible. That's why we're here to help! We've gathered a list of...

Let’s Find Your Dream Apartment Today – Chicago Edition

Do you need to rent a new Chicago apartment? We gather a list of great units throughout the city each week to make your search easier. This week, we've found your dream apartment! Consider one of the following units...

Let’s Find Your Dream Apartment Today – Boston Edition

It's cold, dark, and dreary, but you still need to find an apartment in Boston! While the renting process is difficult, we offer tools to help you find your dream apartment. This week, we have a listing roundup that...

Let’s Find Your Dream Apartment Today – New York Edition

Finding a New York City apartment is difficult, and finding a dream apartment may be even more tiresome. However, we've created a list of must-see units that are sure to impress. This week's hot listings reside throughout Brooklyn and...

Lucky Apartments For Friday the 13th – Chicago Edition

It's Friday the 13th, but you can still find lucky apartments in Chicago. This week, we've collected a list of great units that have private outdoor space, stainless steel appliances, and fireplaces. Lucky Apartments for Chicago Renters Once you've found one...

Lucky Apartments For Friday the 13th – Boston Edition

Friday the 13th doesn't have to be unlucky. You can still find great Boston apartments on this day, especially if you use our hot listings roundup. This weekly resource gathers must-see listings to aid you in your search. Moving...

Lucky Apartments For Friday the 13th – New York Edition

It's Friday the 13th, but the day doesn't need to be scary! You'll have plenty of luck moving into a great New York City apartment if you go with one of this week's hot listings. We've gathered a list...

Apartments You Don’t Want To Miss Out On – Chicago Edition

As you prepare for your Chicago move, you're facing less inventory during the colder time of year. Moving in the dark and frigid temperatures is difficult enough; your apartment search must be simple! That's why we found a list...

Apartments You Don’t Want To Miss Out On – Boston Edition

Ready to find your next Boston apartment? With temperatures dropping, it can be more difficult to find an available unit at this time of year. Moving in the dark and cold is hard enough; your apartment search should be...

Apartments You Don’t Want To Miss Out On – New York Edition

Your New York City apartment hunt can be tiresome; we understand. Each week, we gather a list of great apartments to help you with your search. As we head into the cooler season, there are fewer opportunities on the...

About Me

Lee is a data geek from MIT who spent years at quantitative hedge funds cranking out models to explain and predict financial markets. Real estate has always been a big part of Lee's life. He grew up helping out at his parents' Jersey Shore motels, became a landlord his first year out of college, analyzed mortgages on a fixed-income trading desk, and acquired a New York real estate license. At RentHop, he combines his nerd talents and real estate knowledge to constantly tweak the secret HopScore. He currently lives near Bryant Park and his favorite restaurant was Cafe Zaiya (now known as Tomiz).

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The Scoop on Nolita Apartments

New York City renters have plenty of options when determining where they want to rent. There are numerous neighborhoods...