New development skewing Brooklyn and Queens rents, why some buildings lack a CO, & more top stories

By Jennifer White Karp | September 21, 2018 - 2:00PM

This week, our readers were interested in stories on the state of the Brooklyn and Queens rental markets, where new development is skewing prices upward, as well as a piece on why some NYC buildings lack a certificate of occupancy. We also looked at companies that offer doors and panels that fit IKEA cabinets, so you can get a custom kitchen for a lot less money.

Here, in full, are the top five most-read stories of the last week:

1) Flood of new rentals having 'unprecedented' impact on Brooklyn and Queens

2) Ask Sam: What happens if my building doesn’t have a certificate of occupancy? (sponsored)

3) Hack your IKEA cabinets with these custom pieces for a more upscale look

4) The NYC neighborhoods where you can expect to see an uptick in apartments in 2021

5) Your condo building isn't new anymore. Is it aging gracefully?

Jennifer White Karp

Managing Editor

Jennifer steers Brick Underground’s editorial coverage of New York City residential real estate and writes articles on market trends and strategies for buyers, sellers, and renters. Jennifer’s 15-year career in New York City real estate journalism includes stints as a writer and editor at The Real Deal and its spinoff publication, Luxury Listings NYC.

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