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208 Sullivan St
208 Sullivan StNew York, NY 10012
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72 Forsyth St
72 Forsyth StNew York, NY 10002
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55 Spring Street
55 Spring StNew York, NY 10012
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128 McDougal St
128 MacDougal StNew York, NY 10012
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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41 Henry St
41 Henry StNew York, NY 10002
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349 E 14th
349 E 14th StNew York, NY 10003
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520 East 11th Street
520 E 11th StNew York, NY 10009
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37 Catherine St
37 Catherine StNew York, NY 10038
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286 Bleecker St
284 Bleecker StNew York, NY 10014
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.
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254 E 3rd St
254 E 3rd StNew York, NY 10009
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132-134 Ludlow St
132-134 Ludlow StNew York, NY 10002
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236-244 E 13th St
236-244 E 13th StNew York, NY 10003
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57 Spring Street
57 Spring StNew York, NY 10012
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170 Rivington St
170 Rivington StNew York, NY 10002
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
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Downtown, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $4,909 | $2,575 | $8,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,044 | $2,613 | $10,000+ |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,665 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,543 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,701 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $14,450 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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The Local NYC Expert's Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers
From Battery Park City to Hudson Heights, find a rental that makes walking to work a reality. Explore the best NYC neighborhoods near major employers.
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
Read ArticleA Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC
A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the New York City area for affordable living. Find your perfect NYC Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, New York, NY
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Best Local Schools in Downtown, New York, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $4,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is 622 East 11th Street which is listed at $3,700, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $12,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $389 which is $12,111 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.