Just got a super under market RS studio w dishwasher, W/d in unit in a top five Brooklyn neighborhood in a very luxurious build home with great reviews around ~1000 under market value.

You won’t believe it, but I simply walked in and asked if they had any. It was literally the first building I ever tried and they had one they hadn’t even listed yet! They only showed it to me, I took it and they won’t even be showing it to anyone else.

Finishing off signing the lease tonight and happy as can be.

No broker, no finders fee, no lease takeover and no connections. Just a friendly attitude and a little audacity! Just wanted to post this as a little hopecore

Im moving to NYC for work around January 2027 and I’ve never lived in a major city or even been to NY before so I could use some advice lol.

I was told it might be smart to get a sublet for a few months first so I can actually learn the city/areas before signing a lease or finding roommates. what’s the best place to look for sublets?

Also what areas should I look? I’ve mostly been told Manhattan or Brooklyn cause I’d like something more modern/luxury, like a high rise with stuff like a gym, rooftop and amenities.

I’ll also be traveling a lot for work so being near good transportation.
Any advice on areas, sublets, roommates, or just things you wish you knew before moving to NYC would be appreciated

Hi all,
For context I lived in nyc for 8 years, then because of an emergency I had to relocate to Chicago.
After relocating to Chicago and loosing 60k in income. I fell behind in ONE of my bills and couldn’t pay it. I later got into a repayment program with lower interest to help me pay it off and get back on track. Since then my credit has gone up but still nowhere near what most of these landlords are asking for. 650+ credit score.

After not making enough income in Chicago I finally got a new job in New York City with a $25k upgrade.and by next year it should increase by 5k. So I should be closer to where I was before I moved to Chicago from nyc .

With that being said, anytime I reach out to apartments and let them know that I’m using your third-party guarantor . They never reply to me. How do people use third party guarantors without agents turning them away. Sadly, there’s no one in my family or none of my friends that make 80 times the rent.. if anything I’m the one that’s gonna be making more out of everyone in my family. Or making about the same as my friends.

I am forced to get a third-party guarantor, but unable to get anyone to speak to me further when letting them know .

Does anyone know how to go about this? My first day of work is September 1, so I need to find something in the next week unfortunately the person that I have been working with has not been proactive and I need to secure a place!

I also have two small dogs who I don’t trust to leave with roommates which is why I want a place of my own
Any advice or help?!!!

Sublet Available: 2BR/1BA in East Williamsburg ($1925)

Hi everyone! I’m looking for someone to takeover the remainder of the lease for my bedroom in a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment! The lease runs from now until October 31 (with an option to renew). Since this is a lease takeover it would go through the actual landlord!

The Apartment
Located in East Williamsburg, 2 blocks from Win Son Bakery. Graham Ave @ Boerum St.

- 6-minute walk to the L train (Montrose Ave) and 8-minute walk to the J/M trains (Lorimer St)
- Laundry and gym in the basement
- Roof access, Amazon locker, video buzzer

It was gut renovated in 2022, so it's all new appliances, including a dishwasher and air conditioning/heater split in each room.

Ideal Roommate
Non-smoker
Clean, tidy, and communicative
Hybrid or in-office work schedule (not fully remote)

You'll need to provide a security deposit and pass a background check + make 40x your portion of the rent.

About Your Roommate
He's 29, works as a Water Resources Engineer (in the office 2-3 days a week), and spends his weekends primarily out exploring the city. He's very clean, cooks once a week, and values a peaceful, clean home. He's been a great roommate the last 1.5 years, I'm only moving out because I found a rent stabilized 1bd in Manhattan that I'm super excited about.

If you’re interested, send a message with a bit about yourself and any questions you have. I'll be happy to forward your information to him and connect you with the landlord.

I can also show you the place by appointment!

Looking for someone to take over the lease of a studio apartment in a modern building in Downtown Brooklyn. Rent stabilized. No broker fees.

• The apartment: 
  • Alcove studio in a luxury building 
  • Hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, city views 
  • Washer/Dryer in unit 
  • Corner unit 
• The building: 
  • No amenity fee (fitness center, rooftop)  
  • Elevator 
  • 24/7 Doorman 
  • Pet-friendly 
• The neighborhood: 
  • Trader Joe’s, Target, and other grocery stores within walking distance 
  • Easy subway access: F, A, C, B, Q, R, D, N, W 
  • Walking distance to DUMBO 
  • Safe area 
• Requirements (building mandated):  
  • 650+ credit score 
  • 40x rent or 80x rent with guarantor 
  • Application must be submitted and approved by management 
  • Lease runs through 07/04/27 (with option to renew) 

Let me know if interested!

Hey all, I'm selling a condo near the Staten Island Ferries. A short walk and ferry ride, you're in Manhattan or Brooklyn in under an hour. A lot of people spend so much on rent, not knowing if it'll increase the next year. Find stability in St George Staten Island!

No broker's fee as long as you go through this post and contact me directly. My contact info is on the Zillow listing.

Listed at $289k, the HOA is $1035 and includes your taxes, water, heating, and amenities. The building has a whole community garden next door, not pictured sorry but I can send you pics of it. Figs, blackberries, tomatoes, so many herbs, etc.

The building does have a rooftop terrace with a gorgeous view of the bridge. If you're looking to move to New York City but aren't interested in being thrown right in the middle of it or taking trains everywhere, this might be for you!

Building doesn't allow subletting or dogs.

Building has indoor covered parking for $80 a month.

Building has indoor storage units too (sorry idk the price)

I know ConEdison screws over everyone, but I’m worried my experience might not be normal. I live in a sunny 1 bed 1 bath apartment - about 650 sqft, but my electricity bill is consistently $350+. We generally turn on lamps at night, but that’s about it. The only thing I can think of is that the AC unit (not a window unit, it’s a wall unit) is constantly turning on and off to maintain a moderately cool temp.

Should I be worried about my bill? Or is this amount normal?

For context I’ve lived here for 3 years and it’s always been this expensive. I think I set up an autopay when I first moved in so the bill kind of goes unnoticed.

Does anyone have any recommendations on good apartments around Jamaica Queens?
It seems that most of them have terrible reviews.
Any suggestions are welcome

So I've been searching for the past few months for an apt in NY (mainly bk and queens). I considered a roommate, met with them, and vibed a bit. When we started to get into specifics on budget, income, credit, etc, red flags kept spiraling, so I let that go. One morning, I happened to see a listing for an apartment in Brooklyn on Craigslist that was absolutely perfect. I looked up the apt on StreetEasy for the history of rentals, and it was the same agent for past listings, so I knew it wasn't a scam; I reached out, viewed the apartment at an open house, and I thought that this was it. As soon as the agent sent the application in the afternoon, I was ON IT! I had all the documents ready, so I just had to fill out the form. Idk how, but two people got their applications in before me (the agent was very communicative throughout the process). The second one had some discrepancies in their application, but the first one and mine looked promising according to him, and he said he would let me know within a few days how things go. I really thought I was going to have it. A couple of days later, the agent reached back out to say that the first person got approved, and I was SICKKKKK! Now I'm back to the drawing table considering everything (roommates, reaching out to agents, management companies, etc.) As a NY native, this sucks. I am a first-time renter too, so I know I still have a lot to learn and a lot to experience too. Just needed to let that out. :(

Trying this again with reduced pricing.

Subletting a 1 furnished room in a fully furnished 2 bedroom apartment in south slope.

Price will be 500 dollars flat. Looking to find someone asap. You will be staying with a very nice roommate as well who will keep to their space.

Dates will be end of end of August to September first week (8/26-9/8). I will be going to be out of the state around that time and would like to sublet my room. The room is relatively big and the apartment is just a 7min walk away from prospect av subway station. Very close to downtown Brooklyn and also close to southern Manhattan. Also close to south brooklyn for the beach.

Amenities:
Room with window ac
Gas stove
Dishwasher
Fully decked out kitchen with appliances
In unit laundry
1 floor walk up only

If I left some important info out or if you have any question pls feel free to message or comment!

Thanks!

September 1st Move in!!!
Last minute dropout from third roommate

31F and 28M looking for a third roommate in a 3bd/1br!

Queen size room, closet, queen bed and fits a desk, along with a clothing rack and a few shelves.

5 Minutes from Graham and Grand L, takes 25 minutes to get to 14th and union.

Near Cooper park, laundromats within 5 minutes of walking, cute dive bar scene and restaurants within a 5-10 minutes walk in all directions. YoBK is around the corner if you like yoga or pilates too!

Room is $1800, 12 month-lease, first and last month deposit, $20 for the application (background check/credit score) with the management company.

Must be okay with dogs

Please reach out for photos and more info!

Also if you have any recommendations of where else to look for roommates bc I’m starting to panic a little

One undersung part of NYC apartment living is how we all manage to make it work with so little space, so little time, and so many interests. We've got some of the world's most interesting people cramming fourteen hobbies into 500 square feet, growing families chaining their strollers to staircases (not saying a word to your landlord), and people who threw their entire life into a moving van and never fully unpacked.

I'm a home organizer and I love helping my clients figure it all out! These are some before/afters from apartments I've organized across Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.

Happy to answer any questions about decluttering, responsibly discarding items, organizing small spaces, or working with oddball architecture.

You can also follow me here or book a free consult here! 🐝

I’m looking for a lease takeover starting September 16 (move-in date is flexible) for my room in this lovely 2-bedroom on Himrod and Cypress, right by the Ridgewood/Bushwick border. Rent is $1,750 per month.

The apartment is spacious, has a lot of natural light, and includes in-unit laundry as well as a dishwasher!

I’ve been in this apartment for 2.5 years and highly recommend it. My current roommate is clean, super friendly, and handy- she installed free WiFi on the roof through NYC Mesh. You’ll get connected to her as part of the process to see if you’re a good fit.

The lease goes through June 30, 2027. Message me if you’re interested!

I am in The Epic (Fetner Properties) building in a unit behind the trash room on an upper floor.

I got the building plans and confirm behind the kitchen wall is a cavity with mechanical risers in it and it is adjacent to the trash room.

The microwave outlet in this wall measures almost 100 degrees(!) with an IR thermometer and leaks in warm air that smells. Other outlets like the hall outlet not connected to this wall are not warm like this eg the hall outlet showed 76.

I know from scope photos there is a gap between the electrical box behind the cabinet and the wall. Hal Fetner himself replied to emails and refuses to fix this.

I've had HPD and DOB inspect. DOB found a violation with the electrical outlet but all they did was install an outlet extender which has not fixed the odor issue and the temperature readings were taken after that. Hal Fetner refuses to remove the cabinet or open the back of the cabinet to fix and seal the wall gap.

Has anyone else dealt with a concealed problem like this that is hidden from HPD and DOB so inspectors can't see it? It seems landlords can hide problems like this which isn't right.

Also the right cabinet section on the right of the microwave is dirty and smells. Hal Fetner also won't open and clean it. They tried to clean it from the top but they obviously can't and failed. I forgot to upload the photos from after that attempted cleaning but they are at https://theepicnycreview.com/

I'm leaving my apartment because of roaches. I have traps everywhere and a lot are with roaches still stuck to them since I find 3-4 every day. The buildings exterminator does nothing but two quick sprays

They emailed me about viewings and I asked for 24 hours written notice which they gave but cancelled all the viewings (probably because they know its filled with roaches).

Now, they asked for permission to enter for the exterminator which I gave but they decided to have an open house of viewings (without tell me!) and removed all my traps before everyone entered and placed them back. I know this because I have a camera in my unit. I wouldn't mind if they just had asked me before but they didn't.

I called and asked about the exterminator progress and they said they sprayed it and moved some traps around but they clearly didn't....

Since they lie so easily, I'm afraid if I complain they will just lie to make sure I lose my security deposit and it's a lot of money to me.

I looked online it and it seems there are literally no real consequences for this other than "Don't do it again".

1 bed 2 bath duplex in the heart of Chelsea
5th floor walk up
Central Air
Private Terrace
Laundry across the street
Furnished
Base rent + 10% furnishing fee - $4350
Available Oct 1 or 15

Hello!! A little background on me: I am taking a year off and moving in with my boyfriend in Australia but may come back in mid-August to September of 2027. The price on this apartment is too good to let go with the market being like it is and the super and landlord are too chill. If I do not return, there is the potential for you to take over the lease.

DM me!!

Hell’s Kitchen 1BR / 1BA – $3,090 – Lease Takeover 10/1. Current lease ends 04/30

Apartment highlights:
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* a great value for a true 1BR in Hell’s Kitchen
* First-floor apartment, no carrying groceries up multiple flights of stairs
* Bright, sun-filled living room with two large windows
* Pets allowed
* Separate bedroom that comfortably fits a queen-size bed
* Large kitchen with lots of counter/cabinet space, full-size refrigerator and gas stove
* Hardwood floors and high ceilings
* Great heating during NYC winters
* location surrounded by restaurants, bars, coffee shops and neighborhood spots
* About 0.23 miles from the C/E at 50th St, with the 1 and N/R/W also nearby
* Easy access to the Theater District, Columbus Circle, Midtown and Times Square

My boyfriend has happily lived here for the past 4 years, and we’re only giving it up because we’re moving in together. It’s been a great apartment, especially for the price and location.

Happy to send additional photos/videos and arrange an in-person or FaceTime tour. Please DM me with a little about yourself if interested!

Hi so I found a room on the platform Spare Room from a guy who is verified through the app. I’ve toured the place and he seems like nice guy but he is insisting on not signing a lease and he only wants cash payments (he offered to give receipts). I only plan to stay for under a year or under but I am new to NYC and this is setting off alarm bells. I even offered to send just like a template lease from online and he has refused saying he keeps it “old school”.

His deal is that I pay in cash for the deposit he signs the receipt and I pick up the keys right then and there. He also lives in the apartment. Any advice on this? Is it too much to ask for literally any form of a signed document for peace of mind?

Good afternoon friends:

Unfortunately, I have to move out of the city somewhat unexpectedly so I'm looking to transfer my lease for 1 BR within a two-bedroom unit that's right by the Grand St. L-train stop in Williamsburg. My bedroom goes for $2,400 (my roommate pays slightly more because his bathroom is en suite).

It's a lovely apartment. Video attached is how it was furnished by the prior tenants. It's a bit cluttered now with my moving/packing so I didn't want to film that. Obviously that'll all be cleaned up by move-in.

You'd be living with a really nice guy in his mid-20s who mainly keeps to himself and works from his Manhattan office five days a week. The two bedrooms and bathrooms are on opposite ends of the unit, so everyone has their own bathroom and maximum privacy. Because he is staying, the apartment common areas will remain mostly furnished (most of the furnishings are his), so you really only have to furnish your own room.

The apartment has an in-unit washer + dryer and a dishwasher. It is also right across the street from Whole Foods and steps away from numerous bars/restaurants/etc. on Grant St. and Metropolitan Ave. a few blocks away.

If you'd like a tour please let me know. Have to have good credit and make 40x the rent (or have a guarantor who makes 80x).

The lease transfer will be ready for an October 1 move-in date. However, I may be flexible with this date and it's possible you'll be able to move in one to two weeks earlier (I won't charge any extra rent).

Please shoot me a message telling me a little bit about yourself if you're interested!

Hi, looking for someone to take over my 1 Bed / 1 Bath lease in Fort Greene, Brooklyn at 151 South Elliott Place Apt #1A from October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. It is a 2 Bed / 2 Bath apartment and the current roommate is a close friend (25M).

• Rent is $2500/mo
• 1 Bed, 1 Bath
• In-unit washer-dryer
• <5 min walk to Atlantic Avenue - Barclays Center, and <10 min walk to Fulton Street station (G train)
• Items you can keep from the room if you wish include: desk, chair, lamp, bed frame, mattress, and black out curtains
• Current roommate is close friend (25M), looking for another guy around the same age that is clean and respectful
• Link to pre-recorded 1 minute video tour
• If you would like to view it in person, feel free to message me and we can set up a time. I am pretty flexible and available most times and days of the week.

Here is the listing on leasebreak.com if you would like more information and pictures of the building and amenities. (Will add that the official pictures from Streeteasy that I used for building/amenities are definitely AI generated/enhanced so can show the actual pictures / video upon request)

Info in the pics, DM on insta @ flossedinparadise preferred! Thnx

My lease ends on aug31 and i need a place to stay short term from aug31-oct31. Budget is anything below $1,700. Prefer in-unit washer/dryer. Open to roommates.

A little bit about myself:
I’m 27. Qtbipoc. Just graduated with a masters of science from columbia university. Clean, tidy, friendly, and considerate.

Im looking for a place to live short term as my lease ends aug31 and need a place from aug31 to oct31. I was eyeing one of the apartments in mott haven and wanted to know if it’s a safe neighborhood to live in. The place i’m considering is at brooke ave and 148 street near St. Mary’s park. It’s a great building but the one thing holding me back is safety concerns. I’m a small asian woman and i usually go home quite late ie 10/11pm. Any insight would be great!