Kelly Kreth
Contributing writer
Contributing writer Kelly Kreth has been a freelance journalist, essayist, and columnist for more than two decades. Her real estate articles have appeared in The Real Deal, Luxury Listings, Our Town, and amNewYork. A long-time New York City renter who loves a good deal, Kreth currently lives in a coveted rent-stabilized apartment in a luxury building on the Upper East Side.
Posts by Kelly Kreth:
From Prospect Heights to Prospect Lefferts Garden: We wanted three bedrooms so we could each have a home office
By Kelly Kreth
May 9, 2025 - 09:30 AM
Haley and JP moved to Brooklyn from the Midwest with a plan to rent for a year before buying a place of their own.
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Why we moved from London to NYC: We always wanted to live abroad and fell in love with Brooklyn
By Kelly Kreth
April 18, 2025 - 09:30 AM
Londoners Ian and Helen wanted to experience NYC like New Yorkers and live here full time. Here’s their story.
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Why I moved to NYC from LA: I gave up sun and space for a studio in a walk up and I love it
By Kelly Kreth
March 21, 2025 - 09:30 AM
After living in Southern California, Kit moved to the West Village. She is used to her small studio and the lack of laundry machines and elevator and would be happy to never drive again. Here’s her story.
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From Hudson Yards to Hell’s Kitchen: I wanted to own a place and stop wasting money on rent
By Kelly Kreth
March 7, 2025 - 09:30 AM
When the rent rose for Gaia Trocchia’s Hudson Yard studio, she decided to buy and landed in nearby Hell’s Kitchen in a building with a pool and roof deck. Here's her story.
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Why I moved to NYC from Toronto: I wanted to be at the intersection of art and culture
By Kelly Kreth
February 14, 2025 - 12:30 PM
When Garry Ho’s partner landed a new job, the couple jumped at the chance to move to NYC from Toronto. After a temporary stay in FiDi, they set their sights on Battery Park City, where they are thrilled with their luxury amenities and water views.
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From the UES to Williamsburg: I wanted to be surrounded by creative types
By Kelly Kreth
January 31, 2025 - 09:30 AM
Native New Yorker Joosep Seitam set his sights on Williamsburg, where he landed a large loft, new friends in creative fields, and a greater sense of community.
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