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dimbulb · 06-14-2004, 05:33 PM

I posted a similar thread about Boston a few months ago, but that job fell through. Now I'm on the verge of a job in NYC. (have the offer letter and all, and replied, now waiting for paperwork.)

After doing a quick look at online ads in the NYTimes, VillageVoice, craigslist, and various apartment rental sites, I've come to the conclusion that this must be one of the craziest rental markets ever. Cue the TFP to the rescue.

My situation:
1) 70-80 hour work week
2) Office is in Mid-town Manhattan (Near Grand Central)
3) Lots of travel (air travel)

What I want:
1) Close to the subway
2) maximum of 20 min commute (when I'm working 12 hours a day, I don't want to waste any more time than I have to)
3) Cheap. OK... no such thing here.... Cheaper then. I'll be getting a decent salary, but I want to save as much of this as possible. Hopefully a studio/ 1BR for less than $1000.
4) Safe neighborhood. Someplace where I can walk home after dark.
5) Amenities/groceries/nightlife nearby... but not a deal breaker....
6) Quiet is gooood. Family oriented isn't too bad either.

How you can help:
1) Share your story!! How did you find your apartment in NYC/NJ.
2) Any good brokers/websites to recommend?
3) Reviews and recommendations of neighborhoods where a young college grad can fit in. I'm thinking somewhere in Queens or Brooklyn.
4) Should I keep my car?

06-14-2004, 05:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
dimbulb Riiiiight........	Apartment Hunting in NYC I posted a similar thread about Boston a few months ago, but that job fell through. Now I'm on the verge of a job in NYC. (have the offer letter and all, and replied, now waiting for paperwork.) After doing a quick look at online ads in the NYTimes, VillageVoice, craigslist, and various apartment rental sites, I've come to the conclusion that this must be one of the craziest rental markets ever. Cue the TFP to the rescue. My situation: 1) 70-80 hour work week 2) Office is in Mid-town Manhattan (Near Grand Central) 3) Lots of travel (air travel) What I want: 1) Close to the subway 2) maximum of 20 min commute (when I'm working 12 hours a day, I don't want to waste any more time than I have to) 3) Cheap. OK... no such thing here.... Cheaper then. I'll be getting a decent salary, but I want to save as much of this as possible. Hopefully a studio/ 1BR for less than $1000. 4) Safe neighborhood. Someplace where I can walk home after dark. 5) Amenities/groceries/nightlife nearby... but not a deal breaker.... 6) Quiet is gooood. Family oriented isn't too bad either. How you can help: 1) Share your story!! How did you find your apartment in NYC/NJ. 2) Any good brokers/websites to recommend? 3) Reviews and recommendations of neighborhoods where a young college grad can fit in. I'm thinking somewhere in Queens or Brooklyn. 4) Should I keep my car?