Rental MarketLucid Rents
37 Upper West Side Buildings Just Earned an A Grade
A fresh wave of top-rated buildings hit the Upper West Side — here's what the scores actually mean for your next apartment search.
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New York City Housing News — Page 28
Tenant RightsCity Limits
43K New Yorkers Risk Losing SNAP Benefits This Month Over Federal Work Rules
Participants must prove they work a certain number of hours, volunteer or take part in trainings each month to keep their food stamps. “It’s just totally unnecessary, and that’s why we’re working so hard to fight it,” said Social Services Commissioner Erin Dalton. A supermark
3mo agoby Jeanmarie Evelly
Tenant RightsCity Limits
PODCAST: ¿Cuáles son los temas más importantes para los votantes latinos en las elecciones de 2026?
Según una encuesta de UnidosUS, en las elecciones de 2026 los votantes latinos están cada vez más preocupados por cuestiones económicas —como el aumento del costo de vida y la inflación, salarios y trabajos. Un colegio electoral en las viviendas Gunhill de la NYCHA, en el Bronx, el martes 4 de novie
3mo agoby Daniel Parra
GeneralThe City
LISTEN: ‘Everybody Got Pepper-Sprayed’
There’s something different about just walking to work or to get your laundry, and then just disappearing. People are grabbed up who sometimes have never had an interaction with the immigration system before. They’ve never had a lawyer. These street arrests involve a lot of discretion in
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GeneralThe City
NYPD and Office of Community Safety Have Yet to Meet, Commissioner Tisch Says
Officials from the newly launched Office of Community Safety haven’t yet spoken with anyone from the NYPD about collaboration or shifting responsibilities to the office, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Monday. Council Speaker Julie Menin asked the commissioner during an executive budget heari
3mo agoby Katie Honan
GeneralGothamist
New Yorkers can soon hang solar panels from their windows, if Gov. Hochul approves
Lauren Phillips of the Bronx poses with her balcony solar panel. The legislation would let apartment dwellers rely on solar energy to partly power their homes. [ more › ]
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GeneralGothamist
2 people exposed to hantavirus have returned to New York state
Health workers in orange hazmat suits board the Dutch polar expedition cruise ship. The Dutch polar expedition cruise ship MV Hondius sits moored at the docks of Europoort in Rotterdam, under quarantine, two days after arriving in Rotterdam following a deadly Andes hantavirus outbreak that killed th
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Rental MarketStreetEasy
10 ways to generate real estate leads in NYC
Disclaimer: The contents of this article are industry best practices which were sourced from StreetEasy data and interviews with our Agent Advisory Board, unless noted otherwise. Any scripts provided are only meant to act as examples and are not required. Nothing in this presentation is intended to
3mo agoby Jenny Rose Spaudo
GuidesStreetEasy
How to hire a buyer's agent in NYC
Key takeaways: A buyer's agent represents the buyer's best interests throughout the home-buying process and can help you navigate NYC's uniquely complex real estate market, from co-ops to condos and townhouses. Working with a dedicated agent who represents only you, the buyer, helps ensure you recei
3mo agoby StreetEasy Team
Guides6sqft
Here’s how to view a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence in NYC
The New York Public Library on Monday released the first batch of free tickets to view a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence during America’s 250th anniversary this July. As part of an exhibit commemorating the nation’s founding, the library will grant limited access to one of t
3mo agoby Aaron Ginsburg
Rental MarketStreetEasy
Most popular sale of the week June 1, 2026
Every week, we share the most popular sale listing of the week in NYC, as selected by you, our StreetEasy users. The most popular sale for June 1, 2026 is a cutie 1-bedroom condo with private outdoor space in a prime Greenwich Village location. Gorgeous Greenwich Village condo with private patio ask
3mo agoby Isabel Galupo
Rental Market6sqft
Three bedrooms and plenty of living space make this $1.7M Park Slope condo a special find
Located in north Park Slope near the crossroads of Boerum Hill and Downtown Brooklyn, this three-bedroom condo at 104 Saint Marks Place, asking $1,695,000, doesn’t skimp on looks, living space, or comfort. Convenient perks like an in-unit washer/dryer and split-system AC units join well-design
3mo agoby Michelle Cohen
Rental Market6sqft
Plan to restore 1820s Lower East Side church and add 130 affordable homes advances
A project to restore an 1820s-era Lower East Side church and build a mixed-use development with 130 affordable apartments next to it is moving ahead. Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal on Friday recommended approval of a proposal to renovate St. Augustine’s Chapel at 290 Henry Stre
3mo agoby Aaron Ginsburg
GuidesStreetEasy
How to find a real estate agent for buying or selling in NYC
Key takeaways: A knowledgeable real estate agent can help NYC buyers and sellers navigate the city's complex market, negotiate effectively, and manage every step of the process. StreetEasy tools and services made for New Yorkers can help connect you with an experienced agent with expertise in your p
3mo agoby Deirdre Sullivan
Rental MarketBrownstoner
Bed Stuy Row House With Stained Glass, Air Conditioning Asks $2.399 Million
A renovation has brought this 1890s Bed Stuy row house some modern amenities, including an expansive kitchen, but there is still plenty of original woodwork giving the interior a warm glow. At 345 Gates Avenue, the house has mantels, wainscoting, and an original stair along with mini-split cooling a
3mo agoby Susan De Vries
Rental MarketBrownstoner
Last Chance to RSVP for Brooklyn SolarWorks’ Free Solar Webinar
Join Brooklyn SolarWorks on Thursday, June 4, at 3 p.m. for a free webinar, "Going Solar in the City." Steve Nelson, vice president of sales for Brooklyn SolarWorks, will be on hand to answer questions from homeowners, such as: What happens to my electric bill after I go… Read More >The po
3mo agoby Brian Keith
GuidesStreetEasy
How to rent an apartment in NYC with bad credit
Key takeaways: Renting an apartment in NYC with bad credit - or even no credit - is possible, though most landlords will still conduct a credit check as part of the application process. Sublets can be a useful option for renters with limited credit history, as landlords may be more flexible when the
3mo agoby StreetEasy Team
Rental MarketStreetEasy
Pros and cons of a month-to-month lease
Key takeaways: Month-to-month leases offer flexibility, allowing renters to move or stay put with minimal commitment, making them ideal for uncertain or short-term living situations. These leases tend to be more expensive, as landlords pass along the higher costs and risks associated with short-term
3mo agoby StreetEasy Team
Rental MarketBrownstoner
Daily Links: Greenpoint Dance Party Makes Millions for Parks Alliance
In the News The Greenpoint Dance Party Making Millions for Parks [NYT] Skin Care Brand’s Free Brooklyn Bus Didn’t Last Long [NYT] Another Video Surfaces of People Climbing Out of Brooklyn Manhole [NYP] Pacha Gets Conditional Approval for… Read More >The post Daily Links: Greenpoint Dance P
3mo agoby Anna Bradley-Smith
GuidesStreetEasy
What are NYC renter fees? Everything you need to know
Key takeaways: NYC renters commonly face costs like application fees and security deposits, and sometimes move-in fees, pet fees, or amenity fees - which can add up significantly. Application fees are legally capped at $20 in most cases, security deposits are limited to one month’s rent for mo
3mo agoby Adrienne Gaffney
