Nikki M. Mascali

Washington Heights and Inwood border each other in Northern Manhattan. Residents there are proud—and protective—of what makes their respective neighborhoods special: Lower real estate prices, cultural flavor, and access to the outdoors.

Also, NYC is now the second-best global city for the wealthy.

With 29 percent, Manhattan has the largest share of senior renters, according to a new study from RentCafe.

While construction is still ongoing at 10 Halletts Point in Astoria, #442 is ready for occupancy and has a net effective rent of $2,331.

Plus, a listing for a $59,000 rental gives a first peek into 220 Central Park South.

Before you hand over your (hefty) check for an apartment in a new development in NYC, here are a few questions you might want to get answered first.