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Frequently Asked Questions

Rent Stabilization and Rent Control

• What is the difference between Rent Control and Rent Stabilization?

• If a tenant is renting an apartment in a building that is a co-op, is he or she rent regulated?

• How do I know if my apartment is Rent Regulated?

• Is the owner of rent stabilized apartments required to register the rents?

• Are there any requirements for gaining access to registered rental information?

Overcharges and Leases

• How much of an increase in rent will I have to pay in NYC when my lease is renewed?

• What are the legally permissible methods for increasing the rent of a rent regulated apartment?

• A tenant has, without justification, refused to sign a renewal lease. What recourse does the owner have?

• Can a tenant be evicted if the owner of the building fails to give him or her a renewal lease?

• Do I have a right to renew my lease?

• Under rent stabilization in NYC, when must the renewal lease be offered?

• What if my owner does not offer me a renewal lease?

• Under what circumstances can a late fee and/or legal fees be charged?

• Does an owner have a right to collect a security deposit?

• Are family members protected from eviction when the tenant dies or permanently leaves the apartment? What is the definition of "family member"?

• My building owners did not offer me a timely lease renewal, as they thought that I no longer used the apartment as my primary residence. They did not prove this in court and now they have to offer me a renewal lease. When does it commence and what are my rights?

• Is a building owner required to provide a tenant with an itemized bill?

• May an owner collect a rent increase from a new/vacancy lease tenant when a DHCR rent reduction order for decrease in services is still in effect?

• Are tenants required to pay NYC Sales Tax to the owner on a garage/parking space that is subject to Rent Stabilization?

• Are same-sex marriages, lawfully performed outside of New York, entitled to the same rent protections applicable to lawfully recognized marriages between opposite-sex couples?

High-Rent Vacancy Decontrol & High-Rent High-Income Decontrol

• An apartment subject to Rent Control is vacated. The owner calculates a legal rent above $2,000 for the incoming tenant and is considering charging the tenant a preferential rent of less than $2,000. (a) Can the owner charge a preferential rent? (b) Is the apartment deregulated?

• A rent stabilized apartment has been vacant or temporarily exempt for over four (4) years. (a) Can the owner collect a first rent from the incoming tenant? (b) If the rent exceeds $2,000, is the apartment deregulated? (c) Can a preferential rent of less than $2,000 be collected?

Services and Harassment

• If a tenant received a service reduction order, how can he or she calculate the reduced rent for a rent stabilized apartment?

• What can an owner do to obtain necessary access to make necessary repairs and avoid rent decreases or restore a rent reduction?

• What services are owners required to provide?

• What recourse does a tenant have when an owner is not maintaining services?

• What can a tenant do when an owner does not comply with a DHCR service reduction order?

• How are tenants protected from harassment by owners?

• The noise and cigarette smoke from the tenant in the apartment next to me is a constant disturbance. What are my rights?

• An owner wants to renovate a building and asks the tenant to temporarily relocate. The renovations are not compelled by an emergency situation. Must the tenant relocate?

• How does a tenant reduce the rent for an order finding a decrease in services, when a preferential rent has been paid by the tenant?

Major Capital and Individual Apartment Improvements

• What is the basis of Major Capital Improvement (MCI) rent increases?

• What are the differences between an individual apartment increase and a Major Capital Improvement (MCI) increase?

• Where a tenant must vacate a rent-regulated apartment because of a fire or vacate order issued by a government agency, is the owner entitled to a rent increase where the apartment has been restored and the subject tenant moves back in?

Evictions

• Must the owner apply to DHCR to evict a rent regulated tenant before proceeding to court?

• May an owner evict a tenant from a rent regulated apartment for owner occupancy?

• Can a rent-regulated tenant who has to stay in a nursing home for an extended period of time be evicted?

Rights of Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons

• Do the Rent Laws provide any special rights for disabled persons?

• Does a Senior Citizen on a fixed income have any protection against rent increases?

Rent Stabilization and Rent Control

What is the difference between Rent Control and Rent Stabilization?

In New York City, Rent Control tenants are generally in buildings built before February 1, 1947, where the tenant is in continuous occupancy prior to July 1, 1971. Tenants who took occupancy after June 30, 1971, in buildings of six or more units built before January 1, 1974, are generally Rent Stabilized. See Fact Sheet #1.

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If a tenant is renting an apartment in a building that is a co-op, is he or she rent regulated?

In New York City, a rent regulated tenant in occupancy before the conversion to cooperative ownership under a non-eviction plan remains regulated as long as he or she continues in occupancy as a non-purchasing tenant.

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How do I know if my apartment is Rent Regulated?

In NYC, a Rent Regulated apartment may be Rent Controlled or Rent Stabilized. Generally, an apartment occupied by a tenant continuously prior to July 1, 1971 in a building built before February 1, 1947 would come under Rent Control.

A Rent Stabilized apartment would generally be located in a building constructed prior to January 1, 1974 having 6 or more housing units. See Fact Sheet #1.

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Is the owner of rent stabilized apartments required to register the rents?

Yes, the owner must register rents of rent stabilized units with DHCR on an annual basis on the Annual Apartment Registration (form RR-2A) and the Annual Registration Summary (form RR-2S) DHCR forms. A copy of the Annual Apartment Registration (form RR-2A) is required to be served on the tenant.

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Are there any requirements for gaining access to registered rental information?

Yes, (See form FOIL-1) proof of identity and/or authorization for Rent Registration needs to be given to the Division of Housing and Community Renewal when access to registered rental information is requested. The proof of identification is as follows:

Owners must submit proof of ownership (copy of deed or contract of sale and/or a tax bill).

Prospective buyers must submit (a) proof of ownership as above, (b) a detailed letter from the owner identifying prospective buyer and authorizing the review of requested records.

Tenants must submit proof of identity and proof of occupancy: (a) For Rent Stabilized Apartment(s)- copy of lease, rent receipt or bill. (b) For Rent Controlled Apartment(s)- copy of utility bill, rent receipt or rent bill.

Representatives must submit (a) authorization from parties represented; or (b) Power of attorney; and (c) additional verification as requested above.

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Overcharges and Leases

How much of an increase in rent will I have to pay in NYC when my lease is renewed?

The owner may charge a rent increase based on guidelines promulgated by the applicable Rent Guidelines Board. For more information, see Fact Sheet #26 and/or the NYC Rent Guidelines Board's website for the current guideline information.

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What are the legally permissible methods for increasing the rent of a rent regulated apartment?

There are a number of ways to increase the rent for apartments under both Rent Control and Rent Stabilization. For specific information, see Fact Sheets:

#5 - Vacancy Leases in Rent Stabilized Apartments

#11 - Rent Adjustments for Major Capital Improvements (MCI)

#12 - Rent Adjustments for New Services, New Equipment or Improvements to an Apartment

#13 - Fuel Cost Adjustment

#22 - Maximum Base Rent Program (MBR) Questions and Answers for Owners

#23 - Fuel Cost Adjustment Questions and Answers for Owners

#26 - Guide to Rent Increases for Rent Stabilized Apartments in NYC

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A tenant has, without justification, refused to sign a renewal lease. What recourse does the owner have?

Failure of a tenant to sign and return a proper renewal lease can be grounds for eviction. The owner can request that DHCR mediate the issue. Mediation is used to resolve the problem without the owner having to go to court. Owner's Request for Mediation forms are available at local rent offices.

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Can a tenant be evicted if the owner of the building fails to give him or her a renewal lease?

If the building owner fails to offer a renewal lease to the tenant, the tenant shall not be deprived of his or her rights under the regulations. The owner shall be barred from commencing any action or proceeding against the tenant based upon the lack of a required renewal lease. See Fact Sheet #4.

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Do I have a right to renew my lease?

Tenants in rent stabilized apartments have a right to select a one or two year renewal lease term. Generally, the renewal lease must keep the same terms and conditions as the expiring lease. See Fact Sheet #4.

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Under rent stabilization in NYC, when must the renewal lease be offered?

The owner must give written notice of renewal by mail or personal delivery not more than 150 days and not less than 90 days before the existing lease expires. A failure of the tenant to respond within 60 days of the offering may lead to eviction proceedings. See Fact Sheet #4.

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What if my owner does not offer me a renewal lease?

A tenant should first contact the owner to obtain a lease. If the owner fails to provide a renewal lease, the tenant has a right to file a complaint with DHCR on form RA90, Tenant's Complaint Of Owner's Failure To Renew Lease And/Or Failure To Furnish A Copy of A Signed Lease. See Fact Sheet #4.

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Under what circumstances can a late fee and/or legal fees be charged?

There must be clauses in the original lease that authorize the collection of these fees. If these clauses are not included in the original lease, they cannot be charged.

The amount of the late fee must be reasonable. DHCR has generally considered a late fee to be reasonable if it is five percent (5%) of the monthly rent.

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Does an owner have a right to collect a security deposit?

Yes, at the initial renting of the apartment to the tenant, the owner may collect a security deposit. The amount of a security deposit for rent regulated apartments can be no more than one month's rent. The security deposit must be kept by the owner in an interest bearing account in a NYS bank. See Fact Sheet #9.

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Are family members protected from eviction when the tenant dies or permanently leaves the apartment? What is the definition of "family member"?

Generally, succession rights are afforded to family members who have resided as a primary resident in the apartment for at least two years (one year for family members who are senior citizens or disabled) prior to the death of, or the permanent vacating of, the apartment by the tenant.

A "family member" is defined as a husband, wife, son, daughter, stepson, stepdaughter, father, mother, stepfather, stepmother, brother, sister, grandfather, grandmother, grandson, granddaughter, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law or daughter-in-law of the tenant.

The definition of a family member also includes any other person residing with the tenant in the housing accommodation as a primary resident, who can prove emotional and financial commitment and interdependence between such person and the tenant. See Fact Sheet #30.

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My building owners did not offer me a timely lease renewal, as they thought that I no longer used the apartment as my primary residence. They did not prove this in court and now they have to offer me a renewal lease. When does it commence and what are my rights?

Renewal leases are required to be offered between 90 and 150 days prior to the expiration of a lease.

In this situation, the owners would offer a renewal lease less than 90 days prior to the expiration of the existing lease. Therefore, the tenant has the option of requesting that the lease be dated to start on (1) the date a renewal lease would have begun had a timely offer been made or (2) on the first rent payment date occurring at least 90 days after the date that the owner does offer the lease to the tenant.

The guideline increase to be charged can never be more than the rate in effect on the date in option (1). Whether the tenant chooses option (1) or (2), the new rent shall not go into effect before the first rent payment date occurring at least 90 days after the offer is made.

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Is a building owner required to provide a tenant with an itemized bill?

Owners are not required to provide rent stabilized tenants with itemized rent bills.

Owners are required to provide rent controlled tenants with a bill that itemizes the fuel cost adjustment separate from the rent.

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May an owner collect a rent increase from a new/vacancy lease tenant when a DHCR rent reduction order for decrease in services is still in effect?

If the rent reduction order was issued to a rent controlled tenant, a fair market rent set for the incoming rent stabilized tenant can be charged, but no other rent increases can be collected until DHCR issues a rent restoration order.

If the rent reduction order was issued to a rent stabilized tenant, a vacancy lease rent increase can be charged to the next rent stabilized tenant, but no other rent increases can be collected until DHCR issues a rent restoration order.

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Are tenants required to pay NYC Sales Tax to the owner on a garage/parking space that is subject to Rent Stabilization?

The NYC Sales Tax can be collected if the tax was actually imposed on the owner for the garage/parking space and the garage/parking space was provided to the tenant in a charge separate from the apartment rent. It can never be calculated on the apartment rent.

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Are same-sex marriages, lawfully performed outside of New York, entitled to the same rent protections applicable to lawfully recognized marriages between opposite-sex couples?

Yes. DHCR shall construe the terms "spouse," "husband" and "wife" to encompass legal same-sex marriages performed outside of New York State. This will broaden the scope of both how succession rights can apply and the right to include the name of a spouse on the lease.

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High-Rent Vacancy Decontrol & High-Rent High-Income Decontrol

An apartment subject to Rent Control is vacated. The owner calculates a legal rent above $2,000 for the incoming tenant and is considering charging the tenant a preferential rent of less than $2,000. (a) Can the owner charge a preferential rent? (b) Is the apartment deregulated?

(a) No. There cannot be a "preferential rent" during the term of the initial rent stabilized lease. If a rent of less than $2,000 is actually paid by the tenant, this rent amount becomes the legal rent, even if a rent of $2,000 or more is cited in the lease.

(b) The apartment is deregulated only if the rent that is at or above $2,000 was lawfully calculated and is paid by the tenant. The tenant can challenge it with DHCR.

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A rent stabilized apartment has been vacant or temporarily exempt for over four (4) years. (a) Can the owner collect a first rent from the incoming tenant? (b) If the rent exceeds $2,000, is the apartment deregulated? (c) Can a preferential rent of less than $2,000 be collected?

(a) Yes. The tenant can be charged a first rent, which is not based on the prior rental history of the apartment.

(b) Yes, the apartment is deregulated, provided that the rent at or above $2,000 is cited in the lease and paid by the tenant.

(c) No. If a rent of less than $2,000 is actually paid by the tenant, this rent amount becomes the legal rent and the apartment remains subject to rent stabilization, even if a rent of $2,000 or more is cited in the lease.

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Services and Harassment

If a tenant received a service reduction order, how can he or she calculate the reduced rent for a rent stabilized apartment?

On the effective date specified in the Order, the legal regulated rent is reduced to the level in effect prior to the most recent guidelines increase. For example, if the most recent guideline increase was 2% for a one year lease and the legal regulated rent was $510.00 per month under a one year renewal lease beginning on October 1, 1998, a rent reduction ordered on December 1, 1998 would reduce the rent to $500 per month. See Fact Sheet #14.

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What can an owner do to obtain necessary access to make necessary repairs and avoid rent decreases or restore a rent reduction?

The owner needs to submit two copies of letters to the tenant attempting to arrange for access. Each letter must be mailed at least eight days prior to the proposed access date, and must be mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested. RSC 2523.4 (d) (2).

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What services are owners required to provide?

An owner must provide and maintain all services and equipment furnished or required by Rent Control or Rent Stabilization regulations which include repairs, heat and hot water, maintenance, painting and janitorial services. This may include services that were provided but not registered by the owner on the Initial Apartment Registration, form RR-1(i) or, the Initial Building Services Registration, form RR-3 (i). See Fact Sheet #3.

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What recourse does a tenant have when an owner is not maintaining services?

If services are not being maintained the tenant must first inform the owner in writing. If services are not restored, the tenant may file an Application For A Rent Reduction Based Upon Decreased Service(s) - Individual Apartment (form RA-81) with DHCR based on a decrease of services. See Fact Sheet #14.

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What can a tenant do when an owner does not comply with a DHCR service reduction order?

If an owner has failed to restore services and/or correct the conditions specified within 30 days after the issuance date of the order, the tenant may file a Tenant Affirmation of Non-Compliance (form RA-22.1), to request that a compliance proceeding be initiated.

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How are tenants protected from harassment by owners?

Harassment by an owner is a course of action intended to force a tenant out of his/her apartment or to cause a tenant to give up rights granted to the tenant by the Rent Laws.

No owner or anyone acting on behalf of the owner or as the owner's agent may interfere with a tenant's privacy, comfort or quiet enjoyment of the tenant's apartment. Interference includes reducing services or engaging in baseless court proceedings.

Harassment is a serious violation of a tenant's rights. If a tenant believes they are a victim of harassment, they can file a Tenant's Statement of Complaint(s)-Harassment (form RA-60H),with DHCR. Upon a DHCR finding of harassment, a civil penalty may be imposed on the owner. See Fact Sheet #17.

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The noise and cigarette smoke from the tenant in the apartment next to me is a constant disturbance. What are my rights?

Tenants can contact the owner and ask for assistance, as most standard leases give tenants the right to the "peaceful possession" of the apartment.

Tenants can also contact a local mediation center in order to pursue a mediated resolution with the neighboring tenant.

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An owner wants to renovate a building and asks the tenant to temporarily relocate. The renovations are not compelled by an emergency situation. Must the tenant relocate?

The tenant does not have to relocate, unless so ordered by DHCR, another government agency or a court.

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How does a tenant reduce the rent for an order finding a decrease in services, when a preferential rent has been paid by the tenant?

If the tenant's current and prior lease contained a legal rent and also provided for the payment of a preferential rent, the rent is reduced to the prior lease's preferential rent.

If the tenant's current lease only contains a legal rent, even if the prior lease provided for a preferential rent, the rent is reduced to the prior lease's legal rent.

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Major Capital and Individual Apartment Improvements

What is the basis of Major Capital Improvement (MCI) rent increases?

Major Capital Improvement (MCI) increases are allowed by law and regulation and have been upheld by the courts. The legislature has directed that the increases continue to be a part of the rent to provide an incentive for owners to improve New York State's housing stock. For more information about MCIs see Fact Sheet #11.

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What are the differences between an individual apartment increase and a Major Capital Improvement (MCI) increase?

An owner may increase the rent for an improvement to an individual apartment (e.g. new stove, refrigerator, etc.) by 1/40 of the total cost of the improvement without approval from DHCR. However, the owner must have the written consent of the tenant in occupancy to collect the rent increase, and for a rent-controlled apartment, the owner must send a written notice of the rent increase to DHCR on form RN-79b, Owner's Notice Of A Rent Increase Based On Increased Services /New Furnishings /Equipment / Painting; And Tenant's Statement Of Consent. For improvements made while an apartment is vacant, the written consent of the new tenant is not required.

An owner must file an Owner's Application For Rent Increase Based On Major Capital Improvements (MCI) (form RA-79) with DHCR to increase the rent for a Major Capital Improvement which benefits the entire building. The consent of the tenants is not required. The owner, however, must first receive approval from DHCR prior to collecting this increase. The rent increase will be apportioned among the tenants on a per room per month basis. See Fact Sheet #11 & Fact Sheet #12.

Where a tenant must vacate a rent-regulated apartment because of a fire or vacate order issued by a government agency, is the owner entitled to a rent increase where the apartment has been restored and the subject tenant moves back in?

Not where the owner simply restores the apartment to its previous condition. This is true even where the owner has not been fully reimbursed by insurance proceeds. However, where the owner installs new equipment not previously provided in the apartment, such owner can charge a 1/40^th rent increase, but only if the tenant moving back in provides the owner with her written consent to the rent increase. If written consent is not provided, then the rent cannot be increased.

Where the tenant decides not to move back into the apartment, and a new tenant is going to move in, then the owner would be entitled to add 1/40^th of the cost for any new piece of equipment not previously provided where such prior tenant did not provide written consent. However, this rent increase would only apply to new equipment not previously provided in the apartment, not the cost of restoring the apartment to its previous condition.

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Evictions

Must the owner apply to DHCR to evict a rent regulated tenant before proceeding to court?

Where a tenant fails to pay rent, is causing a nuisance, damaging the apartment or building, or committing other wrongful acts, the owner may proceed directly to court after the service of the proper notices. Some special grounds, such as the owner seeking to demolish the building, do require that the owner first receive approval from DHCR. To obtain DHCR approval the owner should file form RA-54, Owner's Application for Order Granting Approval To Refuse Renewal Of Lease And/ Or To Proceed For Eviction.

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May an owner evict a tenant from a rent regulated apartment for owner occupancy?

Yes, however the owner must apply for a certificate of eviction from DHCR on the Owner's Application For Order Granting Approval To Refuse Renewal Of Lease And/ Or To Proceed For Eviction (form RA-54) prior to proceeding to court to evict a rent controlled tenant. If the owner requires an apartment occupied by a rent stabilized tenant, the owner need not apply to DHCR but may proceed directly to court after the service of the proper notices. In both cases there are protections for senior citizens and disabled persons against eviction for owner occupancy. See Fact Sheet #10.

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Can a rent-regulated tenant who has to stay in a nursing home for an extended period of time be evicted?

The matter is not under the jurisdiction of DHCR. This situation is reviewed by the courts and is decided on a case-by-case basis. Historically, the courts have included as part of their consideration the length of time spent in the nursing home, evidence of an intention to return to the apartment, the tenant's medical prognosis and whether the tenant's possessions have been removed from the apartment.

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Rights of Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons

Do the Rent Laws provide any special rights for disabled persons?

The Rent Laws provide certain protections to disabled tenants and/or their spouses against eviction based on owner occupancy. See Fact Sheet #20.

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Does a Senior Citizen on a fixed income have any protection against rent increases?

Eligible Senior Citizens with a fixed income may qualify to have their rent frozen under the S.C.R.I.E program. In NYC, tenants may contact the NYC Department of Aging. Tenants living in the counties outside NYC may contact their regional DHCR offices. See Fact Sheet #21.

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New York City Real Estate Glossary

Here's a list of important words and phrases that you may come across in your property or rental search.

Alcove Studio

A 1 or 2 room apartment with a separate alcove, which can be used as a sleeping or dining area. Alcoves usually adjoin the living room space of the apartment, are generally less than 100 square feet and can sometimes be walled off to create an additional bedroom.

Balcony

An outdoor space that protrudes from a building. Most balconies are private, but some are shared between neighbors.

Classic 6, 7 or 8

The term “Classic” followed by a number refers to the number of rooms in an apartment. It is most often used with pre-war apartments. For example, a classic-six would be normally be configured as a two bedroom with a living room, dining room, kitchen and maid’s room or office.

Co-broke

When brokers are working on a “co-broke” basis, it means they are sharing a listing with each other. In a co-broke transaction, one broker will represent the buyer or renter, while the other will represent the seller or landlord of the property. The commission is usually split between the co-broking agents 50/50.

Convertible-2, 3, 4 etc.

An apartment designated as “convertible” is one that has the potential space or layout for creating additional rooms by erecting a wall to separate the spaces. For example, a one-bedroom apartment with an L-shaped dining area that could be easily transformed into an additional room would be referred to as a “Convertible-2”. However this area must contain a window in order to satisfy legal criteria for its use as a bedroom.

Concierge

A lobby-stationed staff member of an apartment complex who assists guests or residents by accepting packages, taking and delivering messages, announcing guests, etc.

Duplex

An apartment with two levels.

EIK

An acronym used to indicate “Eat In Kitchen.”

Exclusive Agency Listing

Listing contract under which the owner appoints a real estate broker as exclusive agent for a designated period of time to sell the property, on the owner's stated terms, for a commission. Under this type of listing, the owner has reserved the right to sell the property on his own without paying anyone a commission.

Exclusive Right to Sell

A listing contract under which the owner appoints a real estate broker as exclusive agent for a designated period of time to sell the property, on the owner's stated terms, and agrees to pay the broker a commission when the property is sold, whether by the broker, the owner or another broker.

Executor

Person or corporate entity designated in a will to carry out its provisions.

Facade

The face of a building often consisting of limestone, brownstone, cement, glass, granite or marble..

Floor-Thru

An apartment that runs from the front of a building to the rear, often occupying an entire floor. This type of apartment is often found in brownstones and townhouses. It is desirable as it often will have windows on both sides of the unit.

FSBO

An acronym for “For Sale By Owner”

Full Service Building

A term used to describe a building that employs both a full time doorman and concierge.

Guarantor (or co-signer)

A guarantor is a person who assumes financial responsibility of a lease for a tenant or tenants who otherwise would not meet the Landlord’s financial qualifications. For example, a student who may not have an income may need a guarantor. This person is often a family member but does not need to be. The guarantor guarantees payment of the rent in the event of non-payment by the tenants. Guarantors generally need to make 80 times the monthly rent in annual income to qualify.

Junior Four

A one-bedroom apartment with a separate alcove area. The separate alcove can be used as a dining area, or, if the building allows, as a walled off sleeping area.

Keyed Elevator

An elevator that opens directly into an apartment. One must use a key to operate the elevator. This feature is found in lofts and penthouses.

Loft Area

This is an additional space created in apartments with very high ceilings. The loft area is constructed above the living area, accessed via a staircase or ladder and used for extra storage, sleeping or living space (e.g. an office.)

Managing Agent

Most cooperative and condominium buildings will hire an independent company to manage the property. These firms are responsible for managing the daily maintenance, rent rolls, collection of rents, monthly or maintenance charges and enforcing overall building policies.

Net Listing

A type of listing agreement in which the commission to be paid to the broker is the remainder of the purchase price above a certain amount, referred to as the net price. Net listings are illegal in New York State.

No Fee Apartment

This refers to a type of apartment listing that does not require any payment of the brokerage commission by the tenant since the owner is paying the brokerage fee.

Non-Stabilized Buildings

Also known as “market rate” apartments or buildings. In these buildings, a landlord, at his own discretion, determines how much monthly rent he will charge on any given apartment. Renewals are not guaranteed unless stated in the lease.

Open Kitchen

A kitchen that is not separated from the living space of an apartment.

Open Listing

A listing that is distributed throughout the brokerage community by an owner, landlord or building management firm. These listings are not exclusive to any broker and are therefore “open” to all brokers for rental or sale. These listings may be either “Owner Paid” listings, in which the owner is offering to pay a certain amount of the broker fee, or “Tenant Paid” listings in which the tenant will have to pay the broker’s fee.

Owner Paid (also known as “OP”)

As an incentive to a prospective tenant or brokerage firm, an owner or landlord may offer to pay the brokerage commission on the rental of an apartment. These type of listings are also known to tenants as “No-Fee” apartments since the owner is paying the fee.

Pass-Through Kitchen

A kitchen with an opening to the living or dining space of the apartment.

Pied a Terre

A French expression; translated literally it means "foot on the earth". It refers to an apartment that someone uses as a second home, usually because their business requires to them to travel and the commute is too far.

Post-war buildings

Buildings built between the late 1940s and the late 1970s. They are generally hi-rise buildings and most have doormen.

Pre-war buildings

Buildings built before World War II. These buildings are usually ten to twenty stories tall and are sought after for their larger rooms, fireplaces, hardwood floors and higher ceilings. They may or may not provide a doorman.

Quadraplex

An apartment with four levels.

Rent Stabilization

Established in New York City in the late 1960's, its mandate was to set limits on the monthly rental increases building owners could charge for vacant apartments and renewal leases. It also set guidelines of performance for both landlord and tenant. In stabilized buildings, rent increases are set yearly by a NYC board but have historically ranged from 3%-7%. Tenants are guaranteed the automatic right to renew their leases provided they have fulfilled the terms and conditions of the lease.

Rental Sublet

In the event that a tenant may need to leave his/her apartment for a short period of time, they may opt to assign their current lease to another tenant. Most sublets are furnished and last anywhere from six months to a year.

Security Deposit

A deposit, usually one month's rent, that a rental tenant will give to the landlord at lease signing as security against damage to the apartment during the course of their tenancy. At the end of the lease term, the landlord will take the cost of any damages caused by the tenant out of the security deposit before returning it.

Studio

A one or two room apartment with a combined living and sleeping area. The kitchen is either a separate room or set in a wall off the living area. This type of kitchen is usually referred to as a "Pullman" kitchen (after Pullman railroad cars).

Terrace

A roof or part of a roof used as outdoor space for an apartment. Often confused with a balcony, the terms are used interchangeably

Townhouse (AKA Brownstone)

4-6 story buildings built in the 1800s to early 1900s. These can be single-family houses or may have been converted over the years into multiple apartments. They are prized for their charm and elegance. In almost all cases these buildings do not have a doorman.

Triple-Mint

Refers to the condition of the apartment. An apartment is “Triple-Mint” if the apartment living areas, kitchen and bathrooms are all in mint condition

Triplex

An apartment with three levels.

Walk-through Kitchen

A kitchen with two means of entrance. You can actually 'walk through' the kitchen from one room to another

WBF

Stands for “Wood Burning Fireplace”

WEIK

Stands for “Widowed Eat-In-Kitchen”, a very popular feature

NYC Building Types

Brownstones and Townhouses

Four to five story buildings that were built in the late 1800's through the early 1900's as single family houses. Their architectural styles usually reflect early Dutch, French and German influences. Many brownstones and townhouses were converted to multi-unit buildings (with 7-10 units) around World War II, but in recent years many have been restored and converted back to single family homes. Generally, apartments in these types of buildings can have high ceilings, fireplaces, gardens and hardwood floors. Virtually none have a doorman.

Elevator Buildings

This term refers to a building, which has elevator service but no doorman. Usually these buildings have some type of intercom security system.

Loft Apartments

Generally former commercial or industrial buildings that have been converted into apartments. These buildings rarely provide a doorman and usually consist of vast, open spaces with high ceilings. Many lofts are found in Greenwich Village, Soho, Tribeca, Chelsea or the Flatiron District.

Luxury High Rise

Buildings over twenty stories tall that have been built in the 1980's or later. They typically have a doorman and many feature concierge services. Amenities might include health clubs, media rooms and swimming pools.

Post-War buildings

Buildings built between the late 1940s and the late 1970s. They are generally hi-rise and most have doormen.

Pre-War buildings

Buildings built before World War II. These buildings are usually ten to twenty stories tall and are sought after for their larger rooms, fireplaces, hardwood floors and higher ceilings. They may or may not provide a doorman.

Walk-Up Buildings

A building without an elevator. This term usually refers to four to six story pre-war buildings that were built without an elevator. Today it is uncommon to see a newer construction building without an elevator.

TENANT REQUIREMENTS

Please be prepared! New York City apartments are rented in record time. Not having the

necessary paperwork as you begin your search can result in losing the apartment!

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR MOST APARTMENTS IN MANHATTAN THE MINIMUM ANNUAL INCOME REQUIREMENT IS 40X THE MONTHLY RENT. IF YOU DO NOT MEET THIS REQUIREMENT YOU MUST BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE A GUARANTOR. THIS GUARANTOR MUST MAKE A MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY OF 80X THE MONTHLY RENT.

CHECKLIST FOR APPLICANT:

□ Fully completed application. (You must include your social security number on this form)

□ Copy of government-issued photo I.D.

□ Employment verification letter. (On company letterhead, stating position AND salary [plus bonus, if any], with a contact

phone number)

□ First and signature pages of last two consecutive Federal 1040 tax forms.

□ Copy of three current, consecutive pay stubs.

□ Copy of most recent bank statement.

□ Proof of additional income/savings (stocks, bonds, savings, etc…)

□ Landlord reference letter.

□ Two personal reference letters.

□ Two business reference letters.

CHECKLIST FOR GUARANTOR:

□ Fully completed application. (You must include your social security number on this form)

□ Copy of government-issued photo I.D.

□ Employment verification letter. (On company letterhead, stating position AND salary [plus bonus, if any], with a contact

phone number)

□ If Self-Employed, a letter stating position and income from your Accountant or Lawyer.

□ First and signature pages of last two consecutive Federal 1040 tax forms.

□ Copy of three current, consecutive pay stubs.

□ Proof of additional income/ savings (stocks, bonds, savings, etc…)

□ Copy of most recent bank statement.

Manhattan Luxury Rentals

Gramercy Midotwn West Chelsea SOHO China town Upper West Side Greenwich Village Lower East Side Upper Eastside

Batter Park City Rentals

Financial District Real Estate

Financial District apartments make great homes for residents who work in the area. The Financial District represents the southern tip of Manhattan and runs from the East River to the Hudson River (except for Battery Park City) and from South Ferry up to Murray Street and the Brooklyn Bridge. The area is also referred to by some as Wall Street and is dominated by large office and residential buildings. It is truly a two-faced neighborhood; bustling during the weekdays and serene at night and on the weekends.

The Financial District is comprised of luxury high rise doorman buildings, most of which have been converted from office buildings, banks and other commercial institutions. Many of these options offer modern furnishings, concierge service and multiple premium amenities, all included in the price. The population down here is a mix of young professionals and families with most working in offices nearby.

There are certainly some popular spots for residents to spend their time. South Street Seaport offers good dining and drinking options with a small outdoor mall-like center for shopping. Food and other types of festivals are held there regularly and cater to all types of people. Battery Park, one of the largest parks in the city, can be utilized for recreational activities and possesses great views of the Hudson River and Statue of Liberty. Likewise, Governor’s Island, a short ferry ride away, provides individuals and families with even more space to bike ride, mini-golf and attend concerts.

Battery Park Apartments

Battery Park City apartments are some of the best options for where to live downtown. Battery Park City is located on the southwest tip of Manhattan, running from West Street to its north, south and western boundaries, the Hudson River. It is a planned community separate from the Financial District, which includes mostly luxury high rise buildings with spectacular views of the Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, New Jersey and the rest of Manhattan. Many families have flocked to this area of the city to take advantage of lower real estate prices, schools and recreational activities available for children.

Although this area is separated by the West Side Highway from the rest of downtown, there are plenty of shopping, food and entertainment options. A relatively new mall holds big box retailers for all your home needs, including Whole Foods, DSW, Bed Bath & Beyond and Duane Reade. The Battery Park Stadium is a huge movie theater complex that shows most of the popular films available on the big screen. In addition, several restaurants line the Hudson River and offer residents a great outdoor meal on nice days.

Battery Park City’s proximity to the Financial District and TriBeCa, allow inhabitants to enjoy other parts of downtown Manhattan without having to travel far. For food lovers, TriBeCa possesses some of the best and most well-known restaurants in Manhattan. The area is also convenient for anyone working on Wall Street and one of the largest parks in the city, Battery Park, is right around the corner.

Battery Park City Apartment Buildings

South Cove Plaza (50 Battery Place) – A modern mid-rise concierge elevator building offering a gym.

The Verdesian (211 North End Avenue) – An environmentally advanced rental tower.

110 Greenwich Street – A pre-war building with loft-style apartments.

One Rector Park (333 Rector Place) – A post-war mid-rise concierge elevator condo building with a gym.

The Downtown Club (20 West Street) – A landmark high-rise condo building offering a gym.

Riverhouse (1 River Terrace) – A high-rise doorman condo building offering a pool and children’s play area

Chinatown Real Estate

Chinatown apartments offer a unique living experience in one of the most densely populated areas of Manhattan. Chinatown runs from Broadway to Bowery in between Worth Street and Canal Street, and between East Broadway and Grand Street until they intersect. As one would expect, the area is drenched with Chinese culture and people, while its Little Italy border provides more cultural diversity. Some parts of the neighborhood have recently become new residential hot spots for the young demographic, due to cheap real estate prices and proximity to cool restaurants and bars.

Most real estate options in Chinatown include walkup tenement buildings, but new construction has led to a few modern mid rises. The population is mostly young individuals with some older singles residing here as well. Specific sections of the neighborhood are certainly up-and-coming, especially the area bordering the south portion of the Lower East Side.

Chinatown is generally crowded during the day and weekends with establishment after establishment, street vendors, tourists and residents all jumbled together. At night, however, the crowds start to thin and the appeal of the area becomes evident. A great selection of food and drinks options exist here with some popular destinations recently popping up. For those that want to leave the neighborhood, the many available transportation offerings (11 subways) make it convenient for residents to get to all parts of Manhattan and Brooklyn easily.

Chinatown Apartment Buildings

45 Orchard Street – A mid-rise renovated elevator building.

Bridgeview House (50 Bayard Street) – A post-war mid-rise doorman elevator condo building.

135 Division Street – A post-war mid-rise elevator condo building.

266 East Broadway – The building is part of the Seward Park community, formed by 4 co-op buildings

Central Park Real Estate

Central Park apartments offer residents an experience like no other, providing unbeatable views and direct access to the largest expanse of greenery in New York City. Central Park runs from 5th Avenue to Central Park West and from Central Park South (59th Street) up to Central Park North (110th Street). Real estate in the vicinity of the Park is some of the priciest in the city, with most inhabitants paying a premium to live so close and have spectacular views. Most residences running along Central Park consist of luxury doorman buildings and ornate townhouses. Residents, therefore, are generally older and extremely well-to-do, enjoying some of the best real estate available in Manhattan.

The Park offers countless opportunities for people to be active or just lie around. Runners and bicyclists enjoy the Park for its paths (e.g. the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir) and picturesque scenery. Athletes can use numerous playing fields or the Central Park Tennis Center, which provides courts and lessons to tennis players of all levels. For people looking to relax a bit, there’s Sheep Meadow, Great Lawn and the Central Park Zoo for the kids.

Don’t forget about the area surrounding Central Park, which is filled with culture, shopping and landmarks. Two of the city’s best and largest museums can be found on either side. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (east side) houses various exhibits covering all types of art and artifacts, while the Museum of Natural History (west side) offers children a view of what life was like when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. For shopping and admiring, Columbus Circle, the Time Warner Center Shops, the Plaza Hotel and the Apple Store on 5th Avenue are located at the southern corners of the park.

Midtown West Real Estate

Midtown West apartments offer residents a variety of options to make a nice home. Midtown West is bordered by the Hudson River on the west, 5th Avenue on the east, 34th Street to the south and 59th Street and Central Park South to the north. The area includes several well-known neighborhoods including Hell's Kitchen, the Theater District and the Fashion District. There are certainly a diverse set of options for living in this expansive part of the city.

The size of Midtown West allows it to provide various residential living opportunities, including luxury doorman buildings to walkups to townhouses. Real estate prices vary significantly with higher prices east and north, while cheaper options exist further west and south. Hell's Kitchen is a popular neighborhood for relatively affordable living that also offers a lot of amenities, including a wealth of restaurants, bars and shopping.

Residents of Midtown West are never at a loss for things to do. Central Park, Columbus Circle, Carnegie Hall, Times Square and Madison Square Garden are just a few of the spots to take advantage of when living in and around the area. Some of the best shopping in New York City can be found in Midtown as well, with both Fifth Avenue and the Diamond District nearby. Moreover, a multitude of public and private schools can be found throughout, an appealing factor to families who are considering living there. In addition to these benefits, there are plenty of transportation options for essentially getting anywhere, including multiple subways, buses and trains at Penn Station traveling outside of the city.

HELL'S KITCHEN

Hell’s Kitchen apartments provide residents with a diverse selection of places to live. Hell’s Kitchen is located in Midtown West and runs from 8th Avenue to the Hudson River and from 42nd Street up to 57th Street. It is a very diverse part of the city with eclectic and international food options scattered everywhere. Many residents appreciate the central location, transportation options and overall character of the neighborhood.

Typical residential offerings include a multitude of walkup buildings and some modern doorman mid and high rises. Real estate prices are somewhat moderate in this area, which appeals to the young demographic residing here. Up until a few years ago, west of 10th Avenue had been a bit desolate, but a recent surge in luxury high rise construction has spurred new retail spaces to pop up and an increase in new residents.

The focal point of Hell’s Kitchen is 9th Avenue, which is one of the most densely populated avenues of establishments in the city, chock full of restaurants, bars and shops. Runners and bicyclists enjoy the Hudson River Greenway’s views and paths, while music lovers can walk a few blocks up for performances at Lincoln Center. Moreover, the neighborhood’s proximity to Central Park, Columbus Circle and the Theater District leave residents with no shortage of things to do.

Hell’s Kitchen Apartment Buildings

Archstone West 54 (505 West 54th Street) – A modern doorman building offering a gym and garage.

The Metro (301 West 53rd Street) – A doorman elevator building offering a gym.

The Helena (601 West 57th Street) – A LEED-certified high-rise building with numerous amenities.

The Colonnade (347 West 57th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman condo building.

Platinum (247 West 46th Street) – A modern high-rise doorman condo building offering a gym and garage.

Oregon Apartments (162 West 54th Street) – A pre-war mid-rise doorman elevator building.

Midtown West Apartment Buildings

The Atlas (66 West 38th Street) – A high-rise mixed-use concierge rental building.

Emerald Green (320 West 38th Street) – A modern 9-story building with a 50-foot swimming pool.

The Epic (125 West 31st Street) – Environmentally-friendly high-rise building with numerous amenities.

Hudson Crossing (400 West 37th Street) – A concierge building with a fitness center.

York (488 Seventh Avenue) – A turn-of-the-century concierge building offering a parking garage.

Vogue (990 Sixth Avenue) – A post-war high-rise concierge building offering laundry facilities.

Herald Towers (50 West 34th Street) – Three pre-war towers located in Herald Square with a terrace.

Bryant Park Tower (100 West 39th Street) – A high-rise concierge condo building with a gym and garage.

Townsend (350 West 37th Street) – A modern 29-floor doorman building with a roofdeck.

372 Fifth Avenue – A pre-war mid-rise doorman elevator building offering laundry facilities.

Infinity Court (545 West 34th Street) – A red-brick warehouse which has been converted to lofts.

430 West 34th Street – A post-war mid-rise doorman elevator building offering laundry facilities.

425 5th Ave at 3bth street- Condos

Midtown East Real Estate

Midtown East apartments are some of the nicest residences in the city, offering residents a variety of living options in a convenient location. Midtown East’s borders include the East River and FDR to the east, 5th Avenue to the west, 42nd Street to the south and 59th Street to the north. This broad section of the city includes several smaller neighborhoods, including Turtle Bar, Tudor City, Beekman Place and Sutton Place. As a result, it possesses a unique mix of young and old with families interspersed throughout the area.

Living options are situated in both residential and commercial pockets and include everything from luxury doorman buildings to low-rise walkups to brownstones with backyards. Most residents choose to live east of 3rd Avenue as the area west is predominately large office towers and retail establishments. The eastern section is more focused on residential living with numerous small businesses lining the streets, while the western section includes a sparse amount of luxury high-rises and townhouses.

Although the neighborhoods closer to the East River are almost entirely residential, the part of Midtown East in central Manhattan features the shops and department stores of Fifth Avenue, many high-end dining establishments, Rockefeller Center and Grand Central Station. The Chrysler Building and the United Nations headquarters are located slightly farther east. Museums, parks, the New York Public Library and many other landmarks in the eastern and central parts of Manhattan are either in walking distance or a short cab or subway ride from anywhere in Midtown East.

Midtown East Apartment Buildings

Ambassador East (330 East 46th Street) – A white-brick building with available parking and a terrace.

The Bamford (333 East 56th Street) – A 19-story doorman building offering a swimming pool and gym.

Morrison (360 East 57th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman building offering laundry facilities.

Park 54 (123 East 54th Street) – A 14-floor elevatorbuilding with laundry facilities.

Belmont (320 East 46th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman building offering a gym.

River Tower (420 East 54th street) – A high-rise concierge building with numerous amenities.

Falcon Towers (245 East 44th Street) – A post-war high-rise concierge building with a fitness center.

Sterling Plaza (255 East 49th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman condo building.

Carlton East (220 East 57th Street) – A high-rise doorman building with laundry facilities.

The Excelsior (303 East 57th Street) – A luxury condo tower with several amenities.

Three Ten (310 East 53rd Street) – A modern high-rise doorman condo building with a gym.

The Excelsior (303 East 57th Street) – A 48-story luxury condo tower with a garage and roof deck.

LOwer East Side Real Estate

Lower East Side apartments offer residents a unique living experience at reasonable prices. The Lower East Side of Manhattan is located in the far southeastern section of the island, bordered by Bowery on the west, the East River to the east, Houston Street to the north and Grand Street to the south. Over the last decade, the neighborhood has become considerably gentrified and a very popular spot to live for young professionals and couples. The streets of the Lower East Side tend be very lively most nights of the week, providing a fun atmosphere at residents’ doorsteps.

New developments have popped up all over the LES, including new hotel properties and residential high-rise towers. However, most living options consist of tenement walk-ups and low-rise elevator buildings. Prices and rents tend to be on the more affordable side, thus attracting many people looking to live in a happening part of town, which won’t break their wallet. Although many may think that transportation is an issue, multiple subway stops exist throughout the neighborhood as well as cross-town and up/downtown buses.

The restaurant and bar scene on the Lower East Side is one of the best in the city. Tenured spots like Katz’s Deli and Russ & Daughters line Houston Street, while Clinton Street offers a great strip of food and drink destinations. New luxury hotels have popped up providing the area with more upscale options for grabbing drinks or sitting down for dinner. In addition, residents can check out the Essex Street Market for fresh food and nearby Chinatown for some of the best dumplings spots in the city.

Lower East Side Apartment Buildings

The Crossroads (10 Rutgers Street) – A modern mid-rise elevator building offering a gym and laundry.

Avalon Chrystie Palace (229 Chrystie Street) – A modern rental building with a residents lounge.

The Stanton (196 Stanton Street) – A post-war mid-rise elevator building offering a gym.

Delancey Crossing (35 Essex Street) – A 31-story building built in 2005 with a roof deck.

Blue (105 Norfolk Street) – An unusually shaped blue tower with a full-time doorman and concierge.

Bowery Court (200 Bowery) – A post-war 8-story elevator condo building which was built in 1988.

Nolita Place (199 Bowery) – A modern mid-rise doorman condo building.

Switch (109 Norfolk Street) – A 6-floor building wit an unconventional design.

550 Grand Street – A mid-rise elevator building offering a gym, a children's play area and laundry facilities.

175 Rivington Street – A low-rise walk-up building offering laundry facilities.

63 Pitt Street – A low-rise walk-up building offering laund

SoHo apartments are some of the most coveted places to live in Manhattan, offering residents a great lifestyle and enjoyable atmosphere. SoHo, or “South of Houston,” is a neighborhood in lower Manhattan bordered by Houston Street to the north, Canal Street to the south, Lafayette Street to the east and the West Side Highway to the west. It is one of the larger neighborhoods in the city and possesses several individual areas that have their own uniqueness, including West SoHo and the western section of NoLita.

Originally a manufacturing district, artists and activists rallied in the late 1960s to rezone the area for residency; however, by the 1980s, wealthier residents had followed the artists and rents and home prices skyrocketed. Today, SoHo residents are primarily well-off singles and couples who enjoy living in a more upscale part of town. With respect to living options, many of the famous cast-iron decorated buildings hold high-priced lofts, while pre-war brick walkups offer more affordable options. Heading west, apartment shoppers can find newer condos and luxury buildings, some of which have nice views of the Hudson River.

As a favorite of both residents and tourists, SoHo boasts an eclectic and crowded mix of boutiques, restaurants, sidewalk vendors and the occasional surviving art gallery. Current residents find themselves steps away from some of the best shopping, nightlife and cuisine the city has to offer. The sidewalks here are busy, and they’re no stranger to celebrity sightings. Living in SoHo is definitely quite the experience

Food

Blue Ribbon Brasserie

Balthazar

Woo Lae Oak

Aquagrill

Olives

Drinks

Pegu Club

The Room

Crosby Street Hotel Bar

A60 / Thom Bar

Cafe Noir

Activities

Art Galleries

Shopping

Apple Store

Guggenheim SoHo

Street Fairs

Apartments in SoHo

132 Thompson Street – A low-rise walk-up building featuring a live-in superintendent.

25 Mercer Street – A landmark elevator building that was built in 1920.

26 Grand Street – A 6-story walk-up building.

55 Thompson Street – A modern curved-corner building offering laundry facilities and a parking garage.

Sullivan Mews (97-119 Sullivan Street) – A group of ten 4- and 5-story walk-ups with laundry facilities.

349 West Broadway – A turn-of-the-century mid-rise walk-up building.

322 Spring Street – A low-rise walk-up building.

2 Charlton Street – A post-war elevator building with laundry facilities and a courtyard.

SoHo Mews (311 West Broadway) – A property consisting of two buildings with numerous amenities.

The Urban Glass House (330 Spring Street) – A Philip Johnson project with appealing design elements.

110 Thompson Street – A 30-unit low-rise walk-up building.

57 Thompson Street – A low-rise elevator building offering exposed brick walls and private outdoor space.

40 Mercer Street – A 13-story luxury condo building which was designed by Jean Nouvel.

505 Greenwich Street – Two residential towers connected by the ground floor lobby.

30 Charlton Street – A landmark low-rise elevator building.

137 Thompson Street – A low-rise walk-up building with oak hardwood floors.

204 Spring Street – A turn-of-the-century mid-rise walk-up building with exposed brick walls.

520 Broome Street – A mid-rise condo building.

110 Greene Street – A landmark turn-of-the-century mid-rise elevator condo building.

2 Charlton Street – A post-war mid-rise doorman elevator building.

Turtle Bay Real Estate

Turtle Bay apartments offer residents the opportunity to live in an active neighborhood with a large range of housing options. The area spans from 41st Street to 53rd Street, with Lexington Avenue as its western border and the East River to its east. Turtle Bay is sometimes considered to include the small communities of Beekman and Tudor City, which are located at the southern and eastern sections, respectively. In addition, a number of New York landmarks, including the Chrysler Building and the United Nations Headquarters, can be found in this locale.

With an active neighborhood association, Turtle Bay makes an excellent home. The neighborhood offers a multitude of living arrangements, such as brownstones with back yards on tree-lined streets, luxury high-rise residential buildings with doormen and low-rise walk ups. The eastern portion of the neighborhood has a higher concentration of residential buildings and services, with many small businesses and restaurants scattered throughout. Several international consulates are located within Turtle Bay as well, as it is a major international diplomatic center due to the presence of the UN headquarters. Overall, the neighborhood contains a combination of families, older couples and single professionals as its residents.

It is easy to feel at peace within Turtle Bay’s open green spaces, which includes Greenacre Park and Peter Detmold Park. The Turtle Bay Gardens Historic District is another great spot, which offers residents the beauty of a communal garden within the heart of their own community. The chance for serenity in the midst of the fast-paced city, coupled with the presence of major commercial buildings, offers the perfect urban blend for New York living. At the heart of Manhattan, Turtle Bay is easily accessible from anywhere throughout the city and is in close proximity to excellent shopping and fine dining locations, making it an excellent place to live.

Turtle Bay, a microcosm of New York City, contains all sorts of buildings from tenements to luxury coops and condos, as well as elegant brownstones. Its office buildings range from architectural wonders to ultra-modern glass buildings.

There are several architectural masterpieces in Turtle Bay. The Beekman Hotel , an art deco edifice built in 1928, which recently received Landmark status, stands at 49th Street and First Avenue. At its top is the restaurant and lounge, Top of the Tower, which affords a spectacular view of the river and the skyline.

The old General Electric Building at 570 Lexington Avenue has undergone a rebirth: a painstaking restoration of the interior lobby floor.

Within and above the Romanesque Revival building on the northwest corner of 51st Street and First Avenue (931 First Avenue), a 19-story apartment tower is being built in a renovation that will save the 1892 façade (see Of Note.

The best known is the Chrysler Building at Lexington and 43rd Street. As this building was nearing completion the architects pulled a bit of deception on the builders of 40 Wall Street, which was being built at the same time. When the Chrysler Building reached a height of 925 feet, the architects led the public to believe this was the maximum height. The builders of 40 Wall did not stop at 925 feet, but added another two feet to make sure theirs was the tallest building in the world. The architects of the Chrysler Building had secretly assembled a tall stainless-steel spire, which they raised through the top of the building and bolted in place. This added 123 feet to the building, making it, at the time, the tallest in the world.

One of Turtle Bay's interesting luxury apartment buildings, Riverhouse at 437 East 52nd St., was built in 1931. It has a panoramic view of the East River, tennis and squash courts, a swimming pool, and a ballroom. At one time there was a private dock for the convenience of visiting yachts.

Tudor City, a cluster of 1920s apartment buildings in Tudor style built on abutments over First Avenue and United Nations Plaza, boasts two parks.

The 52-story building known as 100 United Nations Plaza is remarkable for its summit: an eight-step pyramid.

The enclave called Turtle Bay Gardens comprises eleven townhouses on the south side of 49th Street and nine on the north side of 48th Street, midblock between Second and Third Avenues. New York socialite Charlotte Hunnewell Martin purchased the structures in 1918 and within two years she had renovated the houses and arranged the gardens so that each leads to a common 12-foot-wide path down the center. Mrs. Martin then sold the houses to friends at cost. Celebrity residents have included actors Katharine Hepburn and Tyrone Power, composer Stephen Sondheim, jurist Learned Hand, conductor Leopold Stokowski, Maria Bowen Chapin (founder of the Chapin School), publishing personalities Maxwell Perkins, Henry Luce, DorothyThompson, and E. B. White, who wrote about the neighborhood for The New Yorker. White also wrote Charlotte's Web while living on 48th Street. Although not part of Turtle Bay Gardens, 211 East 48th Street is a townhouse designed by the famous architect William Lescaze as his own residence and office. It is credited as the first modern town house in New York City.

Beekman Place between 51st and 50th Streets, and including East 50th Street running one block west from Beekman Place, is known as the Beekman Place District. The streets were formerly cobblestones and the area consists mainly of luxury town houses, each with its own character. One of the buildings has gaslights burning on either side of one of its entrances and there is an old bishop's crook lamppost on the southeast corner of Beekman Place and East 51st Street. This area was home to many celebrities including Ethel Barrymore, Katherine Cornell, Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne, Irving Berlin, Huntington Hartford, members of the Rockefeller family, and former Secretary of Defense James Forrestal. One Beekman Place was home to novelists John P. Marquand and Mary McCarthy.

Other well-known figures who have made their homes in Turtle Bay include: Truman Capote, Johnny Carson, Walter Cronkite, Mary Lasker, Mary Martin, John O'Hara, Maxwell Perkins, Edgar Allan Poe, Andre Soltner, John Steinbeck, Kurt Vonnegut, and Thomas Wolfe. The house at 225-227 East 49th Street, built in 1926, was home to Efrem Zimbalist, renowned violinist, and his equally celebrated wife, the opera star Elma Gluck. It served as the 17th Precinct Station House in the fifties, and was later divided into apartments. A violin is carved over the door as well as a singing angel.

The east side of First Avenue between 51st and 53rd Streets has hardly changed since the area was developed in the 1860s and 70s. Numbers 312 and 314 East 53rd Street are a pair of wooden townhouses, built in 1866 in the style of the French Second Empire. Number 312 has been designated a landmark, but Number 314 was denied landmark status because it now has aluminum shutters instead of the original wooden slats.

The neighborhood has several parks where the public can unwind. Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Park, at 47th Street between Second and First Avenues, has become the jewel of Turtle Bay. Its latticed-domed pavillion housed the Turtle Bay Association's beautiful Christmas tree during the holidays and the park was host to the TBA cider and caroling party. The lighted fountains lend a fairyland quality at night. Also in the park: the Katharine Hepburn Garden; the "glass house," which will offer light refreshments; and possibly, come spring, a green market. Opened in August of 1999, Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Park is the gateway to the United Nations, its Secretariat, and the institution's parks and statues.

Peter Detmold Park, at the eastern-most end of 51st Street, contains gardens, a dog run, and a footbridge that crosses over the East River Drive. On 49th Street just off the Drive is MacArthur playground, which is greatly enjoyed by the growing population of Turtle Bay's younger inhabitants . Between Second and Third Avenues on 51st Street is a small oasis called Greenacre Park. Standing next to the Sutton Place Synagogue, which serves the United Nations, it is one of the most used public open spaces in Manhattan. Another vest-pocket park, the James P. Grant Plaza, sits on 44th Street between Second and First Avenues.

This ultra-urban area began life as Deutal Bay Farm (which surrounded a cove shaped like a bent knife blade ("deutal" in Dutch). The farm's cove was home to many turtles and the name Turtle Bay emerged. Although residents no longer feast on turtles from the bay, which fell victim to landfill in 1868, they can always avail themselves of the many fine restaurants in the neighborhood.

History Of Turtle Bay

Once a farm with a bay

The history of Turtle Bay dates back to 1639 when the Dutch governor gave two Englishmen a land grant of forty acres, crossed by a creek that emptied into a bay of the East River. Some historians attribute the name to the turtle-filled creek, while others say it had nothing to do with turtles, that the name was more likely a corruption of the Dutch word "deutal" (a bent blade), which referred to the shape of the bay. Regardless, the turtle feasts of the day prevailed and so did the name, Turtle Bay Farm.

From the early days of European settlement and through the Revolutionary War, the bay offered sailing ships a safe haven from winter gales and the capricious currents of the East River, making it important to the commerce of Manhattan. Shipbuilders established a thriving business in Turtle Bay, and by the time Robert Fulton tested his steamboat on the East River in 1808, the wharf area was filling up with breweries, carpentry shops, mills, and small industries.

Country squires

As the city grew in the mid-1800s, Turtle Bay saw its share of squalor as well as squires. Among the country gentlemen were Horace Greeley, founder of the New York Tribune."The house," he wrote,

was located on eight acres of ground including a wooded ravine or dell on the East River at Turtle Bay, nearly opposite the southernmost point of Blackwell's Island (now Roosevelt Island).

Edgar Allan Poe, a friend and neighbor of Greeley, wrote of the pleasures of rowing a small boat around the island and bemoaned the city's plan for a grid system, which doomed the natural landscape. In his commentary for the Columbia Spy newspaper, Poe wrote of his exploration around Turtle Bay cove:

I procured a light skiff and made my way around Blackwell's Island on a voyage of discovery and exploration. The chief interest lay in the scenery of the Manhattan shore, which is here particularly picturesque. The houses are, without exception, frame and antique...I could not look on the magnificent cliffs and stately trees, which at every moment met my view, without a sigh for the inevitable doom--inevitable and swift.

James W. Beekman saw the city expanding, and he embarked on an ambitious plan to develop his property through the sale of small plots for private residences. On 50th Street he acquired various plots to round out his holdings, then moved out of the Mt. Pleasant mansion. In 1859, he gave land and financial assistance for a church (Dutch Reformed) on 50th Street, with a deed that contained a covenant that should the property not be used as a church, it would revert to the Beekman heirs. The Reformed Episcopal Church stands at this site today. The Turtle Bay area south of the Beekman holdings was developed on a more haphazard basis since it was not restricted to residential use.

Civil war draft riots

In March 1863, the first Draft Act was passed and an enrollment office was established at Third Avenue and 46th Street. No sooner had it opened than an angry mob marched on the office and burned it down. The July 13 uprising started as a protest against a conscription act that allowed draftees to be exempted from military service by payment of $300. To impoverished immigrants, that figure translated to a rich man's war fought with poor men's blood. Within hours, the entire blocks between 45th and 46th Streets were destroyed. The rioting went on for more than three days before troops managed to contain the mobs, which burned and looted whole sections of the city. In August, thousands of soldiers, cavalry patrols, and artillery were sent by order of President Lincoln. New draft offices were opened, but enforcement was lax because of widespread opposition to the Civil War by local government and the press.

Commerce and cheap housing

After the Civil War ended, the building of brownstones transformed the once bucolic landscape, block by block, while the waterfront became a commercial sinkhole. By 1868, the beautiful bay was filled in, its charms sullied by slaughterhouses, packing sheds, cattle pens, rotting wharfs, and railroad piers.

As waves of immigrants poured onto Manhattan's shores and the El trains commenced operations on Second and Third Avenues, Turtle Bay drifted into the decay of crumbling tenements and tawdry rooming houses. In addition to Italian, German, Irish and Jewish immigrants, the area attracted the city's night people: actors, musicians, stagehands, and waiters who worked in the fine restaurants near Broadway.

Resurgence begins with turtle bay gardens

There was much ambitious building and renovation in the 1920s, which restored many of the brownstones into fashionable townhouses. Turtle Bay became popular with the literati, and it was then that Turtle Bay Gardens was born as a large communal garden in the backyards of houses bounded by 48th and 49th Streets between Second and Third Avenues. Since its inception, the garden community has attracted a long list of prominent New Yorkers: Tyrone Power, Dorothy Thompson, Maxwell Perkins, Mary Martin, and Katharine Hepburn, to name a few. (See Turtle Bay Places of Interest: Beekman Place and Other Famous Haunts.)

Since the deafening rattle of the last "El" train was silenced, Turtle Bay has seen a building boom of unprecedented growth, filling the area with towering office buildings, high-rise apartments, and condominiums.

As this surge of growth began to alter the course and character of Turtle Bay, it became clear that its residents needed a voice in how development affected their neighborhood. Thus, in 1957, the Turtle Bay Association was born. At the time, the purpose was to protest the widening of East 49th Street to become a high-speed traffic thruway. That battle was won, along with many others, but the organization's work goes on, striving to preserve the beauty of this distinctive neighborhood while seeking a good accommodation for the demands of the future.

Turtle Bay Apartment Buildings

230 East 44th Street – A post-war mid-rise doorman elevator building.

The Metropolis (150 East 44th Street) – A modern high-rise doorman building offering a gym.

The Beaux Arts (307-310 East 44th Street) – A renovated 1929 hotel converted into an apartment rental.

The Delegate (301 East 45th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman elevator condo building.

The Octavia (216 East 47th Street) – A thin, elegant high-rise condo building.

321 East 45th Street – A mid-rise doorman elevator building offering laundry facilities.

Murray Hill Properties

Murray Hill apartments provide a great location for people looking to live in Midtown Manhattan. The neighborhood’s boundaries are 28th Street on the south, 42nd Street on the north, Madison Avenue to the west and the FDR to the east. Residents who work in Midtown or do the reverse commute and prefer to be near Grand Central Station especially like the convenience of this centralized section of town. Moreover, Park Avenue and Madison Avenue in this area offer prime real estate at more reasonable prices than elsewhere in the City.

For most of its recent history, Murray Hill was a quiet section inhabited by wealthy, older New Yorkers. However, in the last 10 years, an influx of younger professional types drove once-cheap (for New York) rents up as much as five times. Residential options in the area include a multitude of rental buildings, townhouses, condos and co-ops. Although prices have steadily increased, the neighborhood is still a relatively affordable place to live in Manhattan, especially as one moves closer to the East River.

The majority of people currently living in Murray Hill are in their twenties and thirties. Numerous bars and restaurants line 2nd, 3rd and Lexington Avenues with many appealing to a younger demographic. For those interested in culture, the newly redone Morgan Library offers access to various historical and artistic exhibits at relatively cheap rates. In addition, residents of the neighborhood have their pick from a variety of local gyms, grocery stores and dry cleaners, while public transportation options allow commuters to reach any part of Manhattan by subway or bus.

Murray Hill Apartment Buildings

The Anthem (222 East 34th Street) – A modern high-rise building with a residential lounge.

The Murray Hill (115 East 34th Street) – A post-war doorman building with a rooftop terrace.

The Mango (301 East 38th Street) – A mid-rise elevator building with a 24-hour doorman.

Plaza East (340 East 34th Street) – A 17-story doorman elevator building offering a fitness center.

The Corinthian (330 East 38th Street) – A distinctive high-rise concierge building.

Fifth Avenue Tower (445 Fifth Avenue) – A high-rise condo building offering laundry facilities.

Rivergate (401 East 34th Street) – A 35-floor rental doorman building with two towers and terraces.

The Hamilton (305 East 40th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman building offering a garage.

Tudor Tower (25 Tudor City Place) – A 23-story pre-war building with a rooftop terrace and garden.

Murray Hill Mews (160 East 38th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman building offering a gym and pool.

Windsor Tower (1-19 Tudor City Place) – A landmark high-rise doorman building with a gym.

West Village Real Estate

West Village apartments are some of the most coveted places to live in New York City. The West Village is bordered by the Hudson River to the west, Sixth Avenue to the east, 14th Street to the north and Houston Street to the south. Once known as Little Bohemia, due to its history as an artistic community, the West Village is home to artists and celebrities alike. The trendy and fashionable Meatpacking District, with its designer boutiques and packed restaurants and clubs, is located in the northern part of the neighborhood.

The ungridded streets of the West Village set it apart from most of the rest of Manhattan. While still numbered and labeled as streets and avenues, they interrupt one another, go diagonal and pick up elsewhere in disorienting and unorganized manners. However, residents of this beautiful area quickly get up to speed with how to get around and locate all of the hidden gems within the neighborhood.

West Village NYC Apartments

The Archive (666 Greenwich Street) - A landmark mid-rise building with a doorman and elevator.

The High Line Village (756 Washington Street) - A modern mid-rise with laundry and a garage.

Morton Square (600 Washington Street) - A new luxury low-rise building with laundry facilities.

West Coast 97 (97-103 Horatio Street) - A modern mid-rise building with a gym.

Downing Court (63 Downing Street) - A modern condo mid-rise with an elevator.

The Gansevoort (325 West 13th Street) - A building with full-floor apartments and key access.

Hudson Blue (423 West Street) - A modern mid-rise condo with a doorman.

One Jackson Square (122 Greenwich Avenue) - A LEED-certified building with multiple amenities.

One Morton Square (1 Morton Square) - A modern building with a gym and children's play area.

One Seventh (1 Seventh Avenue South) - A low-ride apartment building with an elevator.

The Printing House (421 Hudson Street) - A pre-war midrise building with an elevator and doorman.

Superior Ink Condominiums (400 West 12th Street) - A luxury condo tower with numerous amenities

Apartments in Union Square

Union Square apartments provide residents with access to a variety of amenities and things to do. Union Square is a large public plaza and park bordered by 14th Street to the south, 17th Street to the north and Union Square East and West. The neighborhoods of Chelsea, Gramercy, Greenwich Village and the Flatiron District surround the square, where hundreds of people can be found relaxing at any given time of the day. The population of the area is extremely diverse with NYU students, young professionals, families and older couples all represented.

The Union Square Greenmarket, open several days a week, attracts hundreds of thousands of customers every week with its extremely large variety of produce and goods. The Union Square Holiday Market is held during the Christmas season, when vendors sell all types of arts and crafts. If you’re not a fan of markets, there’s always people-watching and countless street performers throughout the plaza.

Union Square’s central location makes it popular for retailers and shoppers alike, and many national chains and big-box stores have opened locations here. In addition, the restaurant and bar scene surrounding the area offers a range of establishments for every taste. Finding a home near Union Square is particularly convenient for shopping and recreation, and it certainly is one of the most sought-after areas in New York City. Traveling to various parts of the city is easy with the 14th Street-Union Square subway station acting as a hub for multiple subway lines, taking commuters through Manhattan and into the surrounding boroughs.

Union Square Apartment Buildings

Hillary Gardens (300 Mercer Street) – A high-rise rental property with a full-time doorman and concierge.

One Union Square South – A modern 33-story concierge building offering a 1/4 acre rooftop lawn.

The Villager (450 Sixth Avenue) – A landmark luxury rental building with laundry facilities on every floor.

Astor Place (445 Lafayette Street) – A 21-story condominium project that was built in 2005.

Georgetown Plaza (60 East 8th Street) – A post-war doorman elevator condo building.

184 Thompson Street – A mid-rise elevator condo building with a 24-hour doorman and laundry services.

8 Union Square South – A 15-story condo building, with Interior design done by Eric Cohler.

The John Adams (101 West 12th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman building offering a garage.

160 Bleecker Street – An 11-story pre-war doorman elevator building with 189 units.

25 Minetta Lane – A pre-war elevator building with laundry facilites and an on-site superintendent.

60 East 9th Street – A low-rise doorman building with laundry facilities and hardwood floors.

FLATIRON

Flatiron 18 (30 West 18th Street) – A modern high-rise doorman building with a gym and laundry facilities.

The Left Bank (77 West 15th Street) – A modern six-story elevator apartment building.

284 Fifth Avenue – A landmark turn-of-the-century mid-rise elevator building offering laundry facilities.

The Grosvenor House (22 West 15th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman condo building with a gym.

The Bullmoose (42 East 20th Street) – A landmark turn-of-the-century mid-rise elevator condo building.

The Madison Parq (66 Madison Avenue) – A pre-war mid-rise doorman elevator building

Tudor City Real Estate

Tudor City apartments offer residents the luxury of living in a smaller residential community with a prime Midtown East location in Manhattan. Tudor City is located in between First and Second Avenues, with East 40th Street to the south and East 43rd Street to the north. Named as a New York historic district, Tudor City’s five thousand residents enjoy a unique and somewhat secluded living experience in the heart of New York City.

Created as the first residential skyscraper complex in the world, Tudor City can easily be found amongst the Manhattan skyline beneath its famous sign rising above 42nd Street. Located across First Avenue from the United Nations Headquarters, residents can enjoy a variety of amenities within the complex, including several restaurants, convenience and grocery stores, garden parks and playground areas. These aspects add to the community feel of Tudor City, allowing inhabitants to remain in the vicinity of their homes. In addition, with its close proximity to Grand Central Station, subways and bus routes, transportation to and from the neighborhood is easy to come by.

The surrounding location of Midtown East is largely residential, with many restaurants and bars in close proximity to Tudor City. Further west of the complex, larger department stores and other high-rise apartment buildings can be found in addition to landmarks, such as the New York Public Library and Bryant Park. Tudor City houses a range of demographics and is the perfect place for either a professional working in Midtown looking for a more residential atmosphere, or a family searching for a small community within the city.

Tudor City Apartment Buildings

The Essex House (325 East 41st Street) – Mid-rise elevator building with a skylit lobby area.

Tudor Tower (25 Tudor City Place) – High-rise residential complex clustered around two parks.

The Manor (333 East 43rd Street) – Building with large terraced one-bedroom apartments.

Prospect Tower (45 Tudor City Place) – Pre-war high-rise doorman co-op building.

The Cloister (321 East 43rd Street) – Distinguished 10-story co-op apartment building.

Entrance to Tudor Tower - 25 Tudor City Place

The Hermitage

Prospect Tower - 45 Tudor City Place

The Hermitage

Hatfield House - Hardwicke Hall - Haddan Hall "Three H's"

304 E41st Street - 314 E41st Street - 324 East 41st Street

Woodstock Tower 320 East 42nd Street

The Essex House 325 East 41st street

The Cloister 321 East 43rd street

The Manor 333 East 43rd street

Windsor Tower" 5 Tudor City" Place

NoLita Real Estate

NoLita apartments offer residents a peaceful atmosphere in a cool setting in downtown Manhattan. NoLita’s boundaries consist of Houston Street to the north, Broome Street to the south, Bowery to the east and Lafayette Street to the west. The neighborhood’s acronym stands for North of Little Italy, but it is also situated near SoHo, the Lower East Side and the East Village. As a result, these areas have contributed some influence to the fashion and food scenes that have evolved in this section of town.

Living options in NoLita are relatively similar with most residential properties being walkups, while a few mid-rise doorman elevator buildings are scattered throughout the area. Real estate prices tend to be on the higher side, especially for loft-style residences, while high floor walkups command lower, yet mid-level rents. In addition to apartment buildings, numerous startup and Internet companies have made NoLita their home, a popular spot for entrepreneurs and media types.

NoLita is characterized by trendy and expensive shops, restaurants and bars, primarily catering to young urbanites and couples. The neighborhood is packed with boutiques and restaurants of all price ranges, including many of the hotspots in the downtown area. The brunch, coffee and lounging culture is big here and many establishments support the growing trend towards a more relaxed lifestyle. This section of Manhattan can be quiet at times and crowded at others depending on the time of day and day of the week. However, it’s generally more subdued than its western counterpart, SoHo.

NoLita Apartment Buildings

LIRA Apartments (21 Spring Street) – A post-war apartment building with an elevator.

Mulberry South (298 Mulberry Street) – A mid-rise doorman building offering a 24-hour doorman.

227 Mulberry Street – A modern elevator building with a fitness center and laundry facilities.

369 Broome Street – A 6-story walk-up building with 50 units.

60 Spring Street – A 41-unit apartment building which was buily in 1923.

SoHo Abbey (284 Mott Street) – A modern mid-rise elevator building offering laundry facilities.

One Kenmare Square (210 Lafayette Street) – A residential property designed by H. Thomas O'Hara.

211 Elizabeth Street – A 7-story red-brick building with 7-foot-high windows.

50 Prince (50 Prince Street) – 6-story elevator building with laundry facilities.

One Kenmare Square (210 Lafayette Street) – A high-end residential condo concierge property.

211 Elizabeth Street – A 7-story red brick building with 7-foot-high black wood windows.

Gramercy Park Real Estate

Gramercy apartments provide residents with an enjoyable place to live in eastern Manhattan. The Gramercy neighborhood is named after its primary attraction, Gramercy Park, and is bordered by 14th Street to the south, 23rd Street to the north, 1st Avenue to the east and Park Avenue South to the west. Some consider parts of Kips Bay, lower Murray Hill and even Stuyvesant Town as part of the Gramercy area.

The neighborhood is known for its charming, quiet and safe attributes, especially near the Park. Although a 42-room, single-family mansion remains in the area, real estate is largely made up of townhouses and apartment buildings. Real estate prices tend to be on the higher end near Union Square and Park Avenue, while rents and home values decline as one travels further east.

Aside from Gramercy Park, the area’s features include the glorious Gramercy Park Hotel, great restaurants and bars lining Irving Place, multiple schools and both Greek and Italianate architecture. Gramercy Park itself is one of two of the city’s private parks; only those living around the Park, who pay an annual fee, have key access. However, the sidewalks surrounding this beautiful oasis are popular for jogging and dog-walking.

As with many neighborhoods in Manhattan, the majority of people living in Gramercy are singles, young professionals, families and older couples. Multiple high rises line 2nd and 3rd Avenue, while a multitude of low-rise walkups and townhouses comprise most of the real estate along the numbered side roads and near the Park. Finally, a favorite aspect of Gramercy is its proximity to Union Square, which regularly hosts events, markets and large crowds year-round.

Gramercy Apartment Buildings

Sutton Place Real Estate

Sutton Place apartments are located in one of the most prosperous areas of Manhattan, offering residents the opportunity to live in an upscale part of town. Situated on the eastern cusp of Midtown East and right below the Upper East Side, the neighborhood is bordered by Sutton Place South and the East River to the east and Second Avenue to the west, while extending from 59th Street down to 53rd Street. Sutton Place also includes nearby Sutton Square, located on East 58th Street, and Riverview Terrace, an exclusive private driveway of homes. With such a high standard of living for which the neighborhood is known, you can expect to rub shoulders with some prominent neighbors.

The area offers stunning views of the East River with peaceful tree-lined streets and two public parks, one at both the north and south ends of the area. Living arrangements consist of charming brownstones, beautiful townhouses and luxury high-rises, many of which contain highly sought after doormen. Sutton Place certainly provides luxurious living in a smaller community within a much larger city.

Many families live in this urban oasis, enjoying a fusion of the conveniences of Midtown East with the luxuries of the Upper East Side. The serene atmosphere and beautiful views of the East River offer several reasons why residents of this small community enjoy residing there. With phenomenal educational institutions and a multitude of restaurants and bars nearby, it is easy to see why the area has become so desirable to live in.

Sutton Place Apartment Buildings

Sutton Court (417 East 57th Street) – A mid-rise elevator building.

River Court (429 East 52nd Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman building offering a garage.

415 East 57th Street – A turn-of-the-century mid-rise elevator building.

The Sutton East (330 East 56th Street) – A condo building with modern kitchens setups.

St. James Tower (415 East 54th Street) – A post-war high-rise doorman condo building.

Sutton Gardens (420 East 55th Street) – A post-war mid-rise doorman elevator building with a garag

TriBeCa Real Estate

TriBeCa apartments offer its residents some of the nicest places to live in all of New York City. One of the most upscale neighborhoods in Manhattan, TriBeCa’s borders are Canal Street, West Street or the Hudson River, Broadway and Murray Street. Like SoHo, the neighborhood is referred to by an acronym, which comes from its location, the Triangle Below Canal Street.

The area possesses a wide variety of young professionals, families and older couples who all enjoy the variety of restaurants, bars and scenery this section of town offers. In addition, countless celebrities call TriBeCa home and sightings are common on a regular basis. Moreover, the large pet population is especially high based on space, the abundance of parks and the lack of traffic on many side streets.

Living spaces in TriBeCa mainly consist of former industrial buildings, now converted into apartments and lofts. Expansive spaces and modern architecture highlight the various apartment buildings in this part of town. As a result, monthly rents and home values are therefore on the higher side compared with most of Manhattan.

For culture, the TriBeCa Film Festival, co-founded by Robert DeNiro, was organized in 2002 and is one of the most popular events in all of New York City. Active residents enjoy the esplanade along the West Side Highway where they can run and participate in various activities. In addition, a number of schools maintain premises in TriBeCa and Washington Market Park, with its playground and gardens, is a popular location for community events.

If you are a fan of cobblestoned streets and old-world style, you’ll sincerely appreciate the environment TriBeCa has to offer.

When you think of TriBeCa, you think of one of the most filmed neighborhoods of NYC. On one block, you could run into a Law & Order set. When you turn the corner, the next blockbuster movie is being produced. Celebrities love to flock here as much as families with characteristically large dogs. If you can afford it, it’s a nice and relatively tranquil place to live.

Food

Locanda Verde

The Harrison

Landmarc

Bubby’s

Macao Trading Company

Drinks

Smith and Mills

Ward III

B Flat

Brandy Library

Warren 77

Activities

Hudson River Park

TriBeCa Film Festival

Taste Of TriBeCa

Bouley Bakery & Market

West Side Highway Esplanade

TriBeCa Apartment Buildings

The Saranac (95 Worth Street) – A modern elevator building with laundry facilities.

Tribeca Tower (105 Duane Street) – A luxury doorman apartment building offering a fitness center.

Artisan Lofts (143 Reade Street) – A commercial tower converted into a residential condominium.

The Atlanta (25 North Moore Street) – A 17-story mid-rise condo building that was built in 1924.

One York Street (1 York Street) – A modern condo building with 15 newly added penthouses.

River Lofts (92 Laight Street) – A condo building with indoor parking and a 24-hour concierge.

Tower 270 (270 Broadway) – A landmarked condo building offering a children's playroom.

The Powell Building (105 Hudson Street) – A pre-war landmarked building with 16 residential lofts.

34 Leonard Street – A modern co-op building offering a roof deck with a bar and grill area.

Truffles Tribeca (34 Desbrosses Street) – A newly constructed luxury rental building with a gym.

Independence Plaza (40 Harrison Street) – A post-war high-rise building with balconies in most units.

TriBeCa Abbey (121 Reade Street) – A 10-story beautifully-designed building with a parking garage.

The Duane Park Building (166 Duane Street) – A landmark mid-rise doorman elevator condo building.

The Fairchild (415 Washington Street) – A modern mid-rise elevator condo building.

New York Rentals – Battery Park City

Located on the southernmost tip of Manhattan's West Side and just a short walk uptown from the Financial District, Battery Park City sits on 92 of the most scenic acres in all of New York real estate. A ribbon of beautiful green space over a mile long, Battery Park City is home to an abundance of kid- and pet-friendly parks, a long, lovely riverfront on the Hudson River, and peerless views of the Statue of Liberty. It is also home to some of the most elegant apartments for rent in lower Manhattan.

While all of these residences offer brilliant river views, copious amenities and sun-filled well-appointed rental apartments, they also something else -- sustainability. While the apartments for rent in Battery Park City are luxurious, many of the new construction apartment buildings in Battery Park City are among the greenest rental buildings in New York. The Verdesian, on North End Avenue, was the first residential building in Manhattan to earn LEED Platinum honors; its neighbor on North End Avenue, Tribeca Green, is also strikingly sustainable. River Terrace boasts another pair of sustainable rental buildings in Solaire and 22 River Terrace. The Gateway Plaza, at the southern end of Battery Park City, is an older, but equally elegant, rental building.

While each building has its own character and aesthetic, all of the apartment towers in Battery Park City provide the same broader selling points -- a unique and lovely location in a city-within-a-city, but just a short walk from the business hub of the Financial District and near virtually every subway line in the city. Upscale hotels and shopping, as well as a large yacht harbor on the Hudson River known as North Cove Marina, provide additional diversions. Both a charming respite from the buzz of New York City life and blessed with a location that puts the best of the city within easy reach, Battery Park City is one of the most unique and livable neighborhoods in Manhattan, and home to some of New York City's most desirable rental apartments.

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22 River Terrace, Battery Park City

A striking addition to the city-within-a-city that is Battery Park City, 22 River Terrace offers classic New York luxury with some very contemporary, very green twists. For those looking to find a no fee rental apartment in lower Manhattan, 22 River Terrace stands out for its striking good looks, all-inclusive living experience and dedication to sustainability.

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Gateway Plaza Gateway Plaza

375 South End Avenue, Battery Park City

Gateway Plaza was one of the first residential development in Battery Park City, and remains an integral and vital part of Battery Park City's unique community. A community-within-a-community within the big, green community-within-a-community that is Battery Park City, Gateway Plaza's six towers offer renters the privacy and unhurried lifestyle NYC dwellers expect from Battery Park City, as well as a host of luxurious amenities and some of the finest apartments for rent in Battery Park City.

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70 Battery Place, Battery Park City

Interested in a beautiful nine-floor building close to the World Financial Center, Wall street, and City Hall? How about easy access to all subways and ferries?

Looking for a luxury building featuring comfortable, spacious and luxurious apartments with double-pane windows, air conditioning, dishwashers and icemakers? Plus a complimentary fitness center, sundeck, bike storage room and laundry on every floor? Riverwatch Place might be the home for you.

1BR from $2,700 per month

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The Solaire The Solaire

20 River Terrace, Battery Park City

The Solaire offers everything NYC dwellers seek in a luxury apartment building... and more. A surprisingly green and energy-efficient structure, The Solaire has a LEED Gold certification and boasts a host of ultra-modern energy-efficient features. It also offers those looking for no-fee rentals in lower Manhattan every luxurious grace note and comfort of home they expect. As striking for its luxury as its efficiency, The Solaire is a one-of-a-kind no-fee rental opportunity.

1BR from $3,150 per month

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The Verdesian The Verdesian

211 North End Avenue, Battery Park City

The Verdesian sits at the northern end of Battery Park City, on a tranquil riverfront stretch of Battery Park and just a short walk from the energy of Tribeca. It also sits near the top of every list of the most desirable green apartment buildings in Manhattan. The Verdesian's seamless combination of sophisticated building management systems with natural materials optimizes resident comfort, maximizes efficiency, enhance indoor air quality and make these some of the finest green apartments for rent in Manhattan.

Studios from $2,700 per month

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Tribeca Bridge Tower Tribeca Bridge Tower

450 North End Avenue, Battery Park City

Tribeca Bridge Tower's 151 apartments are designed for family living, with plenty of two- and three- bedroom homes featuring big, bright, airy rooms, oversized windows, copious closet space, and a washer/dryer in each home.

This 25-story rental apartment tower was erected in 1998, housing the PS89/IS289 combined elementary and middle school. The building has an entrance marquee, 24-hour doorman, 24-hour concierge, fitness center, children's playroom, laundry facility, bicycle room and package room.

2BR from $6,195 per month

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Tribeca Green Tribeca Green

325 North End Avenue, Battery Park City

Tribeca Green which, despite its name, is located at the north end of Battery Park City, offers all of what makes Battery Park City great, and a little bit extra. One of the greenest green rental listings in Manhattan -- Tribeca Green earned LEED Gold certification -- and one of the most luxurious listings in Battery Park City, Tribeca Green is one of the most appealing rental listings in Battery Park City and lower Manhattan as a whole.

1BR from $3,695 per month

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2BR from $6,295 per month

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3BR from $9,095 per month

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Tribeca Park Tribeca Park

400 Chambers Street, Battery Park City

Located in the heart of Tribeca, Tribeca Park offers its residents an elegant and sophisticated New York City lifestyle. Designed by Robert A.M. Stern, services and amenities include a skylit indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a private landscaped sculpture garden, a children's playroom, round-the-clock concierge service and on-site garage parking. It has an elevator vestibule with a hanging circular light that overlooks the garden.

Studios from $4,695 per month

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Tribeca Pointe Tribeca Pointe

41 River Terrace, Battery Park City

Tribeca Pointe, a luxury rental building in one of Manhattan's youngest neighborhoods, is near many parks and playgrounds, outstanding schools, gyms and restaurants. This 42-story waterfront tower has spectacular views and visibility at the northern end of Battery Park City along the Hudson River. Residents enjoy morning walks along the river esplanade and watch sunsets from Rockefeller Park.

1BR from $3,750 per month

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New York Rentals – Chelsea

Chelsea's boundaries stretch North from 14th Street to 34th St and West from Sixth Avenue to the Hudson River. But boundaries are not what Chelsea has ever been about -- home to some of New York City's most luxurious shopping, best art galleries, the ultra-hip High Line park and some of the most impressive new architecture on display anywhere in Manhattan, Chelsea is one of New York's most fascinating and desirable residential neighborhoods. Thanks to a host of stunning new luxury apartment buildings, Chelsea is also home to some of the most desirable apartments for rent in all of New York real estate.

While Chelsea is famed for its hundreds of art galleries, some of the most impressive new eye candy in the neighborhood is of the architectural variety. Not to take anything away from the work on display in the Gagosian Gallery, the Matthew Marks Gallery, or the Sonnabend, but Frank Gehry's shaped-glass structure on West Street may be the most famous new visual attraction in the neighborhood. The beautiful High Line park, which runs above ninth avenue through lower Chelsea and into the Meatpacking District, has also emerged as an attraction to rival those of Chelsea's Barneys CO-OP, Comme Des Garcons, Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney and Balenciaga boutiques. Chelsea Market provides easy access to gourmet food, Chelsea Piers offers peerless sports facilities -- from basketball courts and golf driving ranges to a bowling alley and rock climbing -- and several easily accessible mass transit options put the rest of the city within easy reach. Chelsea is a neighborhood many people want to visit, and few people want to leave.

Which makes it no surprise that apartments for rent in Chelsea are among the most sought-after rental listings in Manhattan. While there are numerous new construction rental buildings in Chelsea, many of the loveliest apartment listings in Chelsea strike a distinctly classical note -- these include the elegant pre-war Stonehenge Gardens and the art deco-influenced Westminster, designed by architectural classicist Robert A.M. Stern. The Echelon Chelsea and The Sierra offer ultra-modern rental apartments with state-of-the-art amenities, while The Vanguard Chelsea is an impressively green apartment building that ranks with any luxury rental building in Manhattan when it comes to elegant flats for rent. With apartment homes and rental buildings that are every bit as spectacular as the neighborhood in which they sit, Chelsea is one of Manhattan's loveliest neighborhoods, and an exceptional place to live.

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777 Sixth Avenue 777 Sixth Avenue

777 Sixth Avenue, Chelsea

This 32-story rental apartment building at 777 Sixth Avenue in Chelsea has a side-street entrance with a long waterfall and wall of glass blocks. Its lobby has an Jackson Pollock-like painting by Mike Bidlo. The high-rise offers phenomenal views... from the Empire State Building to Midtown and the Hudson.

Studios from $3,105 per month

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Archstone Chelsea Archstone Chelsea

800 Sixth Avenue, Chelsea

Another striking luxury high-rise development by celebrated architect Costas Kondylis, Archstone Chelsea offers a prime Chelsea location, tasteful and elegant rental units and a long list of exclusive resident amenities -- everything, in short that discerning NYC dwellers seek from a no-fee rental in Manhattan. Chelsea, among its many other charms, is home to a number of new-construction luxury apartments, but Archstone Chelsea stands out for its full-spectrum elegance even amid that crowded scene.

Studios from $3,183 per month

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1BR from $3,703 per month

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Chelsea Centro Chelsea Centro

220 West 26th Street, Chelsea

This two-building rental apartment complex in Chelsea consists of a 17-story building with 231 apartments at 200 West 26th Street and an 11-story building with 125 units at 220 West 26th Street. If you're looking for community, this is the place; residents have access to the building's community website, complete with bulletin board.

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Chelsea Landmark Chelsea Landmark

55 West 25th Street, Chelsea

Even by the high standards of new-construction high-rises in Manhattan, Chelsea Landmark stands out as, well, a landmark of opulence and all-inclusive luxury. With a prime location in one of Manhattan's finest neighborhoods, a panoply of high-end amenities and elegant residences, Chelsea Landmark is home to some of the finest no-fee rental apartments in Manhattan.

Studios from $3,600 per month

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Chelsea Place Chelsea Place

363 West 30th Street, Chelsea

This very attractive Chelsea rental building at 363 West 30th Street offers river views from its roof deck. The 12-story building is called Chelsea Place and has 60 apartments.

1BR from $2,995 per month

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Echelon Chelsea Echelon Chelsea

37 West 21st Street, Chelsea

One of several luxurious new construction apartment buildings in Chelsea, Echelon Chelsea delivers on its promise of providing residents with a "resort lifestyle," while also offering a prime Manhattan location and some of the most elegant apartments for rent in Chelsea. One of the most appealing no-fee rentals in Chelsea, Echelon Chelsea is also at the forefront of contemporary New York luxury residences.

Studios from $3,420 per month

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Port 10 Port 10

303 Tenth Avenue , Chelsea

Port 10, located at the very heart of Chelsea at 303 Tenth Avenue, is one of the hottest new rental listings in Chelsea, and a perfect fit for this uniquely appealing Manhattan neighborhood. A luxury rental building that meshes old-New York charm with modern elements, Port 10 bridges the gap between past and present with classic Manhattan apartment comforts, advanced amenities and a spot at the center of historic Chelsea.

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Stonehenge Gardens Stonehenge Gardens

108 West 15th Street, Chelsea

Located on the border of two wonderful downtown locations, Stonehenge Gardens unites the Chelsea art and design scene with the charm and history of the West Village. This ideal location is surrounded by art galleries, world-renowned restaurants, quaint coffee shops, designer boutiques, and bookstores, and is close to Union Square and the Meatpacking District.

This charming pre-war features a community garden. Apartments offer luxurious hardwood floors and marble baths.

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The Capitol at Chelsea The Capitol at Chelsea

55 West 26th Street, Chelsea