The 21 best questions to ask potential roommates to get the perfect match

… competition for apartments having a roommate is even more essential to afford living here But your journey to … few months until she began bringing her boyfriend over more nights than notand then moved out in a huff when I … up the cost of staples since its often more economical to buy food in larger quantities Just be sure whoever finishes …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
From Washington Heights to Morningside Heights: I wanted a place that fit me better

… that meant ending up with very small apartment with two roommates and a single bath Still the rent was below the … us  I liked that the apartment was renovated but its small size made living there a struggle My bedroom barely fit my … is smaller than my last one but still decently sized and comfortable We have a goodsized kitchen and a single …

By Kelly Kreth |December 5, 2025 - 9:30AM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip up a rookie … presenting it again with updated information for August 2025 … 1 Missing paperwork  … Like all things in this fastpaced … accept payments through online portals like StuyTown on Manhattans Lower East Side Lawton encouraged anyone who has …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
Rental checklist: 20 things to look for when signing a lease in NYC

… When moving to a new rental apartment in New York City you may be tempted to … his or her consent when you decide to bring home your new best friend If you already have a pet ideally you have … you may need to hire someone to install the units  … 12 Be clear about access to outdoor space … If you have the …

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
Turn one room into two: The insider's guide to temporary pressurized walls

… to the existing walls or floor and doesnt interfere with the ventilation or sprinkler systems or block exit … Because adding a temporary pressurized wall can change an apartments layout you or your landlord may need to get a permit from the Department of Buildings see more on this below This involves hiring an architect drawing up plans and …

By Evelyn Battaglia |May 27, 2025 - 10:30AM