Hi everybody, ROOM is available for sublease unitl June. It's in the Upper West Side/Morningside heights. It's in a 5 Bedroom and 2 bathroom apartment. Ready for move in immediately. Fully furnished with full-size bed, desk, closet in room. 5 minutes from 103rd station. Washer and drier in unit. Spacious living room with lots of natural light, tv, etc. 3 girls and 1 guy live there currently, all students or grad students in their early 20's. There is no application fee. $1430 + utilities. (~50 per month) Message me if interested.

Hey all - I have an accepted application and deposit in for a new lease.

I can only view the unsigned lease via a portal link that I log into (like a worse Docusign) but I can't save the pdf or search it or anything.

Apparently I can only have the copy of the lease once it's signed.

I requested a template copy of the lease (without any of the fields filled in) to make it easier for the broker but they refused and said I can just view the lease on the portal.

What are my options? Do I really need to justify asking for a copy of a lease so I can peruse it more easily than using their portal?

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for a 1BR in Crown Heights or Bedstuy. Budget is $2700. Would prefer to be no more than a 10ish minute walk from the 2/3/4/5 trains in CH or from the A/C trains in Bedstuy as I commute to the city almost daily for work. Would also prefer to not be any farther east than Brooklyn Ave/Tompkins Ave.

Move in date is flexible.

Thank you!

Looking for roommates or a room to rent in Lower Manhattan or Brooklyn. My budget is $1,500/month give or take. I’m a 20-year-old guy (LGBT). The main things I’m looking for in roommates are cleanliness, respect for shared spaces and time, and someone who’s fun and socially aware. Feel free to PM me if you’re interested! Thinking around March 1st move in.

Hey,

I’m dealing with what feels like tenant harassment from my building management, and I need advice on my lease end date, security deposit, floor damage issue, and move-out process.

Background:

•	I was originally under the impression that my lease ended at the end of February 2025

•	Later, I discovered that my actual lease end date is March 31, 2025

•	When I confronted the agent about the mistake, he blamed a former employee and said he would fix it

•	They updated my lease end date to February 28 in the tenant portal, but they never provided written confirmation

•	During back-and-forth discussions in the portal, they suddenly insisted my lease ends on March 31

•	Since there was no formal correction, I said I’d respect my lease terms and stay until then

•	Paying rent has never been an issue—the real issue is holding them responsible for damages that were not caused by me
•	After I held firm and called out their responsibility, they panicked and are now saying I can move out earlier than the end of February if I’d like

Floor Damage Issue & Retaliation for HPD Complaint

•	My floors started rising and splitting open due to water damage underneath (not my fault).

•	I first reported it at the end of November via text to the super and then again in early December in the company’s portal.

•	They didn’t address the issue until January, despite back-and-forth about doing the work while I was out of town.

•	When they finally checked, they agreed it wasn’t my fault and said the repairs would be extensive.

•	The management agent then told me, “If you’re moving out, why work on it?” (???).

•	I requested a mold inspection instead, and at first, he agreed.

•	Then he suddenly accused me of causing the damage and asked why I called HPD.

•	I pointed out there were no visible water stains (meaning this was an internal issue) and that they had already admitted it wasn’t my fault.

•	He never documented this conversation in the portal, so I summarized everything myself.

•	When I requested the lease correction and mold inspection in writing via the portal, they became furious, accused me of “hiding something,” and started harassing me even more.

Tenant Harassment & HPD Involvement

•	They ignored my request for a good tenant letter until after I reported them to HPD for all these issues.

•	Even then, they only sent it after I informed them I had already secured a new apartment.

•	They sent me unprofessional, accusatory texts and made false claims against me.

•	When I asked three times for communications to cease and stated my right to file for tenant harassment, they suddenly changed their tone and acted like they were always polite.

•	I have documented proof of harassment through texts, portal messages, and emails.

•	I called HPD again, and they told me this is not right and confirmed I am being treated unfairly.

•	I am still waiting for an HPD inspector.

•	Management now claims a mold inspector is coming Thursday, but I need to make sure these people are legit.

Current Issues & Questions:

1.	Lease End Date Confirmation: Since they refuse to give formal written confirmation, can I use their messages in the tenant portal as proof that my lease ends February 28? Or should I keep pushing for an official document?

2.	Security Deposit: What steps should I take to ensure they don’t unfairly withhold my deposit? I’m planning to:

•	Take date-stamped photos/videos before I leave
•	Request a final walkthrough (but they might ignore this)
•	Ask for written confirmation that any deductions will be itemized with photos
•	Follow up within 14 days (since that’s the legal requirement for deposit returns in NYC)
•	If they don’t return it, send a demand letter before taking legal action

Does this sound like the right approach?

3.	Move-Out Date: I have already confirmed I am moving out at the end of my lease—do I legally have to give them an exact date if my lease doesn’t require notice? They keep pushing me to confirm a day even though I’ve told them I’ll be out before March 1.

4.	COI (Certificate of Insurance) for Movers: I received the COI requirements via email on January 31, and I’ll have my movers provide the document. I know COIs are just a building formality, but is there anything I should watch out for so they don’t use this as an excuse to delay my move?

5.	Harassment: Given the repeated false accusations, excessive messages, and aggressive behavior, does this qualify as tenant harassment under NYC law? I’ve already spoken to HPD, but I want to know if there are additional steps I should take in case this escalates.

6.	Mold Inspection: How can I verify that the inspector they claim is coming Thursday is legitimate?

I just want to move out smoothly, get my deposit back, and be done with these people. Any advice or legal guidance would be appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

Edit: god I’m so sorry for the way this rendered…. If you can read this, you’re a real one

Hi! Just recently got notice from my landlord to leave in 60 days to let a family member move in our place. We're now thinking of subletting in NY for a few month (from LA). Please share any leads!

Looking for 1 bed 1 bath apartment in the West Village. Planning on moving in May or June of this year.

Ideally something spacious enough for a king-queen size bed in the bedroom (fine with it being a tight fit) and sizeable enough main room for a couple of desks and small living room area. Also ideally enough bathroom space for some basic storage.

Budget of around $4500 but willing to push up to around $5000 if I really like the apartment

I have no experience renting in NYC (have lived in San Francisco my whole life and just finished school in Boston) so I would appreciate any tips people have for how to secure an apartment that meets these criteria. I have seen a good number of places I thought looked good on Streeteasy but not sure how feasable it is to actually secure one especially during May.

I would also be willing to hire a broker if its worth it so would also appreciate any insight into that.

Thanks!

I honestly don’t know who to talk to about this situation or how to go about doing it. But long story short:

I moved out of Brooklyn NY to move in with my “best friend” who I no longer call best friend (or a friend in general) because of how I’ve been treated while living here. We had gotten into a disagreement over something that could’ve been avoided and not only did she threaten me, she got her boyfriend to join in on antagonizing me and being disrespectful.

They threatened/demanded me to move out and I was genuinely upset about everything so I freaked out and packed up all of my stuff. (This all happened like 4-5 weeks ago.)

I am now almost ready to move back to the city and they want me to pay rent for the month of February.. I generally need advice on what I should do about the rent situation.

We live in the State of New York (if anyone is wondering.) They told me that if I don’t move out this month (which technically this month is already over) that I would have to pay my half of the rent and then move back to the city..which I guess is fine but what about all of my expenses? What about me paying rent for the apartment I’m moving into soon? Food? Toiletries? Things that I promptly NEED to get by??

I work yes, but a biweekly check isn’t going to just magically appear and help me. That’s why they call it a job. What should I do?.. My name isn’t on the lease..I’ve been living here since August of last year and I paid rent when I was supposed to.

I could pay the rent for February but then I’ll be broke trying to figure out what to do next while moving back to the city.

Any suggestions, advice, etc is welcome :,).

(Edited to clarify.) I still live in the apartment with them, we are all coexisting. The problem is the apartment I’m moving into soon is ready- the check should clear this week coming up and everything should be good which means when I move to the city I’ll have to leave my stuff behind because I do not drive.

My partner and I would like to apply for a new apartment soon. We’re even looking to submit as soon as this weekend/week.

Our dilemma is this: we have had to file multiple 311 complaints and have fielded several unhappy emails/conversations with our current landlord/apartment management for issues with our place. The biggest one being that there are tenants smoking that goes directly into our apartment, causing health issues for us both.

Our apartment complex has also had to form a tenants association due to issues they have experienced with the management here, as well as the management receiving multiple fines from regulatory agencies due to their delay or outright refusal to address other issues as well.

We would like to provide the letter that the applications ask for but are worried about what the management might say in retaliation for the backlash they have received from tenants.

Do I have to provide a letter? Can I explain to them the issues and ask if they’d take a reference letter from our previous apartment before this one?

Does anyone have any experience with this? Any help/advice would be great!

Realistically, what should someone be expecting to pay for just a total dogshit apartment within 5 blocks or so of Times Square? Requirements: Functioning bathroom Functioning kitchen 2 bedrooms Minimal bugs

15 min to midtown! Hi all! Wife and I are moving upstate and need to find someone to take over our lease in 2222 Jackson.

• Spacious 1 BR apartment,
• 10th floor (no pests!),
• Trader Joe's is a 2 minute walk (right across the street), 7, E, G, and other trains are 5 minutes by foot,
• quite,
• gym, pool, rooftop, 24/7 doorman,
• floor to ceiling windows,
• city views,
• $3,450,
• from Feb 28 or March 1 until April 30th
• See also: https://www.leasebreak.com/short-term-rental-details/359515/46-10-crane-street

We've been living here for almost 5 years and would renew again if it weren't for our move. Please shoot me a message if you are interested and I can send photos of the unit and schedule a showing.

I've been living in my apartment for 20 years , recently my apartment building got bought out and we have new owners. I just received a letter stating I need to send them a check to adjust my original deposit to bring it to the current price of the apartments rent. This seems ridiculous. Is this even legal?

Genuinely curious how rent works. Over the past week, I've watched multiple units in one building go from just over $3500, to mid $3500, to over $3600, to today mid $3600. The move in date is the end of April so obviously it's not coming up any time soon and it's not yet peak season.

It's a corporate owned building. Geuinely confused and it's put itself out of my price range, but for my own understanding, I can't comprehend why rent would go up $150 in the course of a week - week and a half in three separate increments. Anyone have a better understanding of this would be appreciated.

Hi there I am from Toronto moving to nyc and looking for a March sublet in Mid-lower Manhattan Can pay up to $2500
Open to a studio or 1 bedroom

Can show proof of income/references!

Hello everyone! I’m trying to a find a room anywhere in Brooklyn, Queens, or Manhattan as I start my job in Manhattan at the end of this month, February 27th (just got it today which is why I’m a little late on it). I was previously looking with my partner but he got a job in DC so now I’m left alone in the apartment search. I’m non-binary, 23, and have no pets and can pay up to 1,300. I’m open to most living situations and honestly in real need as the deadline is coming closer and I’m moving across the country. I’m down join any group as long as I have my own room! I am super down to sublet and would prefer that but again I’m I would love anything. Please message me if you’re interested and thank you!

Hi guys,

Title. I got in as an summer intern for R&D for Pfizer. I am a second year undergrad and I am hoping to find some (relatively cheap) housing. Now I might be delusional, but the location is in Pfizer Headquarters at Hudson Yards and I am hoping to find housing that is 1-2k 💀.

I would describe myself as minimalist — ie I have visited friends in NYC and I just slept on the floor of the dorm lol. So I will try to be the least of an inconvenience (especially if I get a place for cheap).

Anyways, if anyone has housing (university housing??), tips, or are in the same program as I and want to figure something out together LMK!!!

For reference they pay 25/hr 😭 but it’s whatever it’s Pfizer ykyk

Hi everyone! This is a long shot, but I thought it’d be worth a try.

I recently got a job offer that will begin mid-March. My boyfriend and I are looking for a 1br or even a large studio that we could rent on the Upper West Side.

Budget: Max 3k (I know it’s low for the area - but again, figured it’s worth a try!)

Ideally with some natural light and a kitchen that you can actually cook in! My last apartment only had a mini fridge and toaster oven, lol. Unfurnished is ideal.

Please let me know if anyone has a recommendation!

We're looking to buy and the most realistic options are to be found in HDFC units, but I'm a little confused about the rules with these vs the numbers I'm seeing, and it's proving impossible to get a straight answer in writing from the co-op boards/managements.

The HPD website describing how HDFC limitations work gives clear descriptions of the formulas, and states that the max AMI (no matter what) is 165% (unless they're using Section 576 instead), yet I see units advertised explicitly saying things like they allow up to 250% AMI. How is this possible?

And regarding Section 576, HPD also gives very clear examples about how to calculate those amounts, with the key formula being:
max income = ((annual maintenance+utilities) * 6) + (6% seller's original investment)
and yet I see some units using a formula like this instead:
max income = ((annual maintenance+utilities)+(6% seller's original investment)) * 6
where they've changed the order of operations to multiply later and get a higher income limit.

I also see units which will advertising just the income limitation number (e.g. $330k for 2 persons) without specifying if they use AMI or 576, but there's no way that's a realistic number according to either of the above formulas (i.e., it'd have to be an AMI >165, or a seller's original investment that radically outstrips any reasonable estimated value of the unit).

How are they doing this? Are they bending the rules and no one is calling them on it because they don't want the value of their investment to go down? (i.e., if the buyer income limitations are actually lower, a seller can only realistically sell their property for a lower price)

Or are there other rules at play? I'm not a real estate expert at all, just going off the publicly available info I've linked above, and concerned about the fact that no one from these co-ops will actually answer my questions regarding this.

So I'll be interning in NYC from mid May to mid August. I've looked through some posts already and many are suggesting university housing (NYU, FIT, etc.). I'd be fine with these options but my problem is that their start dates are about a week after my internship begins, and their end dates are just a day after it finishes, which feels a bit tight. I could bookend my stay at a hotel in the beginning and the end but that seems like a headache I should try to avoid.

Ideally I'd prefer a sublet but I'm not sure where to start or where to look since I've heard there can be a ton of scams. My company is giving me a housing stipend in the mid $2000s per month. Preferred location is 15 min walk/subway of Union Square.

Any insights/advice/tips are greatly appreciated!

Hi I am looking for one or two roommates to apartment hunt. I’m 24 male and hoping to find somebody around my age. I am Italian but I have lived in nyc for the past few years, I’m really friendly and easygoing and I like to be respectful and chill with other roommates. I work in the office everyday and I am a master student at Baruch, so I have a pretty busy schedule, but I’m always down to socialize and have a good time. I like being outdoors and I always keep myself pretty active. I am mostly looking for lower Manhattan and my budget is around 1500.

Hi everyone! My roommates and I are searching for a pet-friendly apartment (we have a tiny, adorable cat) from May 10 - August 18. We’re interning in tech and are looking for a 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA, with a budget of $3,000 - $5,000, depending on the number of bedrooms.

Ideally, we’re looking in West Village, East Village, Midtown Manhattan, Midtown East, Hell’s Kitchen, or nearby areas.

If you have any leads or know of a great spot, please reach out—we’d love to chat!

Thanks in advance!

I was just approved for an apartment in Lower east side - 81 rivington - and am getting incredibly cold feet about it.

I’m wondering if folks could give me some perspective as a 30yo single guy, who works remote, about if I should sign the lease (1 day left before they re list it) or keep looking.

pros:

• Incredibly quiet
• Great natural light
• $3.1k which feels below market price
• 1 block from my gym
• Washer/dryer in building
• Move in date is perfect (March 1)

Cons:

• 5 floor walkup
• Washer/dryer downstairs (coin operated)
• No dishwasher
• No doorman
• old/unrenovated finishings (though I imagine they'll do a basic repaint/repair of anything as needed)

I sometimes work from wework when the weather is better, so I’m not always at home.

My alternative is pair up with a roommate or 2, and I have someone in mind that’s interested. Or I can move to a studio with slightly more amenties (ie elevator or doorman or generally nicer finishings).

My previous apartment was a full amenity building in LES with washer dryer in unit, amazingly clean vibes, doorman, elevator, unreal rooftop/terrace. I’m moving out because it was a 3bed and I’m looking to live on a less noisy street.

https://streeteasy.com/building/81-rivington-street-new_york/5b?utm_campaign=rental_listing&utm_medium=share&utm_source=web&lstt=piO6LcfOB3_b_T1xgMPcujyRNB4LIb5-VHbKm9We_wk7ai77nmPhFzNqZQHDb6WDA_CiJYBG_Wf8QrqK

YouTube of lower unit with less natural light:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnuqHovtqiI

ISO a roommate to join me on a year-long lease (starting April 1) for my 2-bedroom apartment in Williamsburg. (Early move-in is available). The available bedroom (pictured above) is $1,800/month plus utilities (wifi and coned). The bedroom can easily fit a full-size bed, desk, and dresser.

The apartment:
Located in a cozy 5-story walk-up (with an amazing live-in super!!)
Laundromat is conveniently located across the street
7-minute walk to the Marcy Ave J/M stop and 10 minutes to the Bedford Ave L train stop

Surrounded by Williamsburg’s best spots:
Restaurants: The Commodore, The Four Horsemen, Sunday in Brooklyn, Fette Sau, Peter Luger Steakhouse, L’industrie Pizza, and Roberta’s
Bars: Westlight, Maracuja, Union Pool, Skinny Dennis, Barcade, and Fresh Kills

About me:
I’m 26 years old, work from home as a digital marketer, and have lived in NYC for 4 years (2 years in this apartment!). I love staying in with reality tv and a glass of wine just as much as I love going out and finding new hidden gems.

If you’re interested or have any questions, send me a message!

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We’ve been messaging our landlord to turn on the heat since November. We’ve filed 5 311 complaints. Nothing changes. 311 is no help at all. Has anyone ever gotten their landlord to turn the heat on or is it a lost cause?

Hi! I am looking for an entire place sublet in Manhattan for March (could possibly extend as well) My budget is $2.5k Open to a studio

Also I am from Toronto if anyone wants to swap OR would also offer to pet sit :)

I want to sublet an apartment for a month and go to work from there & prospect jobs I found a sublet at 97th & 3rd for $1500 which is great price I actually FaceTimed with the person too and it’s not someone fake

I’m just wondering if this would even be worth the sublet as it’s pretty far north

Also if this area is considered dangerous

Let me know please thank you so much