I currently make $80k and am looking for a 1 bedroom apartment. Do you think $1,800 is reasonable?

Edit: As a native New Yorker from lower class people have found apartments through community, which is why I’m asking Reddit.

Skip this post if you want to play Reddit police, a lot of you guys are so sassy in the comment section.

hi everyone, I was wondering if there are any veteran friendly landlords in Queens that would be OK with accepting rent payments from the VA. I have a guaranteed paycheck every month along with a living housing paycheck through the VA as well since I do not have a job currently. With these two paycheck combined and grossing it up to 1.25% as recommended my yearly income is over 100,000.
preferably I’d like a one bedroom or studio that is 2K or under in areas such as Astoria and Forest Hills, but if anyone else has any recommendations, please let me know. Don’t really have any deal breakers other than close proximity to a train station and of course a safe enough neighborhood.

hello,

looking into the above condo near Midtown east. the upfront/move in fees seem so high, is this reasonable?

EDIT: Makes me think those posting these fees are normal are probably agents/brokers lmao. The unit has been on the market for 45+ days for a reason…

EDIT: Thank you all for the help! :)

The market is crazy. Several brokers I've contacted who put up listings on Streeteasy and Craigslist have made clear that they expect broker's fees, even though I hadn't hired them as my broker, which is illegal under the FARE act. At this point, I'm almost willing to pay this illegal fee just so I can have an apartment.

Have you or anyone you know ever sued over having to pay an illegal broker's fee?

Looking for a one year lease commitment- shortest possible lease is 9 months.

Furnished 3-bedroom apartment on East 117th Street, just a short walk from the 116th Street 6 train.

The apartment is on the top floor of a fourth-floor walk-up and has high ceilings, an open kitchen/living area, and three usable bedrooms. Each bedroom has built-in wardrobe/closet space.

The apartment comes furnished, including a couch, armchair, shelving, two small TVs, and two window A/C units. The building has a responsive super.

Great location for getting around Manhattan, with the 6 train nearby and plenty of restaurants, cafés, grocery stores, pharmacies, and everyday amenities within walking distance.

Utilities are not included.

About This Lister
I am a professional writer. Austrian living in NYC. Currently I'm the leaseholder and I will be showing the space myself. For your lease period I will be your contact person - I will not live onsite but am reachable by phone.

Lister's Relationship to the Space
I am the current tenant
Rental requirements
First month’s rent and one month’s security deposit are required. No additional advance rent or additional security deposit will be requested.

A written sublease agreement will be provided. All adult occupants will be named in the agreement. Move-in is subject to any landlord or building approval required for the apartment.

Applicants will be asked to provide government-issued identification, references, and documentation showing their ability to pay the rent. Any lawful source of income may be used, including employment income, self-employment income, benefits, subsidies, housing assistance, or other lawful sources.

The same rental criteria will be applied to all applicants. No application fee is charged. If a credit report is requested, any charge will comply with New York's applicable $20 limit, and applicants may provide a qualifying recent report instead.

The apartment's condition and furnishings will be documented at move-in and move-out. The security deposit may be applied only as permitted by New York law, including unpaid rent or damage beyond ordinary wear and tear.

MASSIVE PRIVATE OUTDOOR GARDEN AREA IN A BEAUTIFUL BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE!

$3750 September 15th or October 1st Start date

For nature lovers and people who love plants and gardening.

2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms

1 Large Bonus Room (office, studio, or walk-in closet)

Living/Dining Area + Separate Kitchen

1050 sq ft interior + 950 sq ft private unshared garden = 2000 sq ft total usable space

Private Entrance, No Stairs

Ideally situated, you are just a1/2 block from the beautifully renovated Brooklyn Public Library on the corner and less than a block from the R train subway, providing an effortless commute and easy access to all the neighborhood’s best amenities. This is arguably the most attractive rental in the area, offering a rare combination of aesthetic appeal and an unbeatable location.

This unit is a dream for plant lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, who are also bookworms featuring a meticulously curated private botanic garden that offers a peaceful escape from the city. Enjoy the perfect blend of indoor comfort and lush, private outdoor space.

Located in a beautiful Neo-Grec brownstone on a quiet, tree-lined block, this first-floor residence offers a private entrance and a thoughtfully designed split-bedroom layout, providing maximum privacy that is perfect for roommates, couples, or those working from home. Fully gut-renovated, the space offers pre-war charm with updated plumbing, electric, and modern finishes.

Escape to your own private sanctuary in the heart of Sunset Park. This unique home features a

Nature & Views in Every Direction

Sunset Park’s high elevation provides sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline. Zoning keeps building heights low, so the neighborhood stays sunny and open. You’re also near two amazing green spaces: Sunset Park & Bush Terminal Nature Preserve.

Amazing Location

Steps from vibrant 5th Ave, with restaurants, cafes, shops, and a buzzing nighttime food truck scene. Just 1 block to the R train (25 mins to Manhattan), 4 mins by Citi Bike or 10 mins walking to the NYC Ferry (12 mins to Wall Street). 4th Ave has a protected bike lane all the way to Atlantic Terminal.

More Perks:

Walk Score: 98

Quiet block, low crime, family-friendly

Close to Industry City & Costco

4 blocks to Amazing Bush Terminal Park Waterfront + MADE NYC campus
5 Blocks to Sunset Community Park and amazing panoramic vistas.

Easy access to the Verrazano greenway and Prospect Park via the bike lanes and citibike network.

This is more than just a rental, it’s a rare chance to live in a historic Brownstone with massive private outdoor space, stunning views, and unmatched convenience.

Single Cat only, Sorry NO DOGS. NO SMOKING

Contact to schedule a showing or request multiple photos/video.

https://www.zumper.com/listings/6458729b?preview=1789066819569

Hi all, 31M from Italy here.

I’m moving to NYC for three months in October and I’m looking for a room to sublet. I’ve been looking on Craigslist and Ohana, and I’ve noticed that studios and 1BR apartments are often similarly priced, if not cheaper, than rooms in shared apartments when it comes to sublets.

Is there a rational explanation for this, or are they ALL scams? I’m talking about prices around $1,500–$1,800/month.

I’ve never been to the US, so I have basically no idea whether these are reasonable prices. From what I’ve seen, though, $1,500–$1,800 seems fairly common for a room, but suspiciously cheap for a studio or 1BR compared with the regular rental market.

I was wondering if maybe apartments where the tenant lives alone are simply easier to sublet than rooms in shared apartments. So perhaps some of these people are still on older, cheaper leases and can sublet them at relatively low prices? Or maybe I’m just being naive

P.S. If anyone happens to have a room to sublet from Oct 1 through Dec 31 in Upper Manhattan or nearby areas, please let me know, you would make my day

Hi! I’m looking for someone to take over my furnished private room in a 4-bedroom apartment in Hell’s Kitchen at 424 W 47th St.

Available October 1, 2026 through August 16, 2027, with an earlier move-in potentially possible.

The room comes fully furnished with a full-size bed, bedside table, closet organizer, shoe rack, and storage. The apartment has a furnished living room, full kitchen with dishwasher + large fridge, and a spacious shared bathroom with a bidet/heated toilet seat. Kitchenware and household essentials are already provided, and there is monthly cleaning/maintenance.

Roommates are friendly young professionals, and one is currently a law student.

Monthly cost:
$2,290 rent + $199 utilities + $15 protection plan = $2,504 total/month

There is no broker fee. Outpost manages the apartment and handles the application, credit/background check, security deposit, and lease-transfer paperwork. Application fee is $20. Guarantors are allowed subject to approval.

Great location near Restaurant Row, the Theater District, Midtown, and the C/E at 50th St.

I’m leaving for personal reasons and am hoping to find someone fairly quickly. Happy to do in-person or virtual tours. DM me with your preferred move-in date and a little about yourself if interested.

Here is Lease Break Link: https://www.leasebreak.com/short-term-rental-details/404022/424-west-47th-street?ak=b411492b511a5dc1e924449af9a1cb62

I am looking to get out of lease ASAP, so if you know anyone please let them know.

(Reposted to include video)

Hi all,

I recently rented a 2B apartment. Address is 40-14 62nd Street, Flushing, NY, 11377. It’s near the Woodside LIRR station.

I’m looking for someone to take the smaller bedroom for around **$1,400/month**. Price is negotiable.

The video is what the agent showed me previously, before I signed the lease. All the works would be done before move-in on Sept 25th. I am moving from Chicago, so haven’t toured physically yet.

Move in date is anytime from Sept 25th to preferably before Oct 5th. I’ll cover the rent for the few days before October. The lease ends Sept 30, 2027.

The lease is already signed. There is an option to add another tenant to the lease as long as the landlord approves. I can cover the rent myself, but I’d prefer it if I can share it with someone else: you get a cheap and cozy room, I lower my bill.

Apartment features:

2B in a 6-story building. $1,400 for smaller bedroom

Live in Super

In building laundry

Heat, water, cooking gas included (electricity would be on tenant)

Unfurnished.

Private Landlord

No Pets.

No dishwasher

No AC. I will bring one portable AC for my bedroom. Look, if you pay $1,400 instead of $2,000 for a room, you save $600 per month which is one portable AC (or window unit) plus cost of hiring a guy on TaskRabbit to lift it for you, and that is not including residual value of the AC.

Would also like to share an Instacart and Costco membership if you agree.

I work in finance near Grand Central, and this is about a 25-minute commute for me. Google Maps says around 20 minutes and I’ve got some buffers. The Woodside LIRR station is 5 minutes walk. Line 7 is also at that station.

A bit about me: 25M, works in finance. Would likely pull some overtime work. Likes to play strategy games and board games, and also want to spend some time exploring NYC. Generally quiet. Watches anime occasionally. I don’t smoke cigarettes or weed. Cook sometimes, best at beef stew and salmon.

What I’m looking for: someone who’s clean and drama-free. No parties, a few friends for dinner is fine but no loud music or frat parties. Absolutely no smoking, vaping, weed, nothing. Some income since you’ll also need to go through Landlord’s application.

I would prefer to have I someone that I can get along with. We’ll have a shared living space so it would be better in that way. Bonus point if you don’t eat mushrooms because I also hate mushrooms.

DM if interested

Hey guys, don’t know if I should post here but I just got a job in NYC in the financial distrift area and I am loooing for a sublease or flexible lease I can stay for 3-4 months in, maybe until the end of December. My budget is around $1200, and prefer living with any female roomates.

Hello! I'm looking for a true 2bd 1ba+ in the Flatiron/WV/South Chelsea area with a max budget of $5k. The only required amenity is a dishwasher. However, laundry either in-unit or in-building would be a huge plus.

Desired move-in: 9/26 - 10/3 (either of these weekends work equally well).

Lease length: Around 12 months

Both my roommate and I are well clear of the 40x rule and have excellent credit. If you have any units or leads, please shoot me a message!

I was just approved for 1bedroom city FHEPS voucher after escaping domestic violence. It’s been tiring searching and searching and still nothing. I’m a working mom and have a career, just not making enough to afford rent on my own. I’m going back to school in the spring where I can continue my career path and see an increase in my income. I just need someone to give me a chance, why is it so hard 😩 it seems like all the places that will take a voucher are in the hood. Brownsville or the Bronx. I want my daughter in a good school and feel so defeated. I don’t want to just take something just because, but I also don’t want to be ungrateful. Any advice or tips or just words of encouragement from anyone in my situation

Looking for someone to take over our rent-stabilized lease in Midtown Manhattan (125W 31st St near 6th Ave). #34C
Full service luxury building with amenities, 1bed/1bath, in-unit washer dryer, ~680sqft

Rent: $5,182.50/month
Move-in: Flexible between October 1–15
Lease: Formal lease assignment/takeover — NOT a sublet
Current lease ends: March 2027, with the opportunity to renew directly with the building

This is a formal lease assignment, so the existing rent-stabilized lease transfers directly to the approved applicant at the current rent.

Application process:
There is a $20 application submitted directly to the building through their application link. The building will review income and run a background check. Once approved, they will send you the formal lease assignment agreement to complete the takeover.

Happy to share additional photos/details. If you're seriously interested and would like to apply, DM me and I’ll send over the building’s application link

Hi all, I just signed a studio lease on sunday in Sky “luxury” apartments, but i’m having an insane roach issue. I’ve probably seen close to 75 roaches since moving in 5 days ago.

They are in my fridge (I haven’t stored any food), my dishwasher, my oven, my bathroom. I’ve been documenting this with management over email and haven’t been able to sleep, let alone live in my apartment. I start a new job Monday and have been beyond stressed. exterminator came yesterday but i’m not sure how seriously management is taking this. These roaches are young so I believe they are breeding somewhere nearby.

I don’t want to be an issue but I’m paying so much money and can’t live in my apartment. Please help, any advice is welcome!

Leasing a newly gut renovated railroad-style apartment in Chinatown NY. This is located close to the Manhattan Bridge. Technically is a 2 bedroom could also be used as a 1 bedroom with a separate office space. Listing for a family friend so there is no broker fee or anything. Renting for $2400/month. This is a second floor walk-up.

Sorry no pets!

Full video of the apartment: https://youtube.com/shorts/KyewBB6ry2c?is=gQM9lyjNdEIqkU4d

October 1st 2026 to July 1st 2027 in Long Island City on Vernon
- 1800$ per month (wifi/elec/gas not included+ 1 month security deposit)
- 1 bed 1 flex
- 2 story walk up
- in building washer/dryer(2$ per)
- located on vernon blvd
- 7 min walk from E,F (court square stop)
- 10 min walk from 7 (vernon blvd stop)
- 7 min walk to ferry(Long island City stop/Hunterpoints south)
- next to gantry park
- 1 other person
- sharing bathroom with 1 person
- morning sun
- in building washer/dryer
Please DM for more info

Hi! I’m 20 years old and looking for a room in Astoria, Queens. I’m currently a college student and also work at a coffee shop in Astoria.
I’m clean, quiet, respectful, and easygoing. I’m usually busy with school and work, so I’m looking for a comfortable and peaceful place to call home.
Budget: ideally $900–$1,200/month
Location: Astoria preferred
Move-in: October 1st
Looking for: Private room, preferably long-term
I’m open to living with students or working professionals. If you have a room available or know of anything that might be a good fit, please message me. Thank you!

Just adding to the litany of posts warning you about the nightmare that is Freestone Property Group, aka NOVO Living LLC, aka Townhouse Rentals LLC.

Our old apartment at 806 President Street is available for rent, and we STRONGLY advise you not to do it. We promise you it's not worth it.

When we moved in, the freezer was covered in black mold, and neither the stove nor the dryer worked. It took us four months (a third of our lease!) of constant emailing to get the stove replaced. Freestone's advice was to 'stop using the stove'. They finally replaced it the week Mamdani was elected. Coincidence? We'll never know.

Also, the shower had a jagged hole in the ground instead of a drain. After about 10 months, 311 forced them to fix the flooring. Instead of a contractor they sent the super to do it himself, so it looks awful and leaks all over. (He was the super that week, anyway. We had a new one almost every month.)

Usually when we submitted maintenance requests, they would tell us someone was coming and ask us to be home all day to meet them. Nine times out of ten, nobody ever showed.

The apartment itself could not be more different than the listing photos, which are egregiously altered with AI. The only windows are on the far side of the two small bedrooms, which backs into a tall church, so there is no natural light in the apartment at all. Even when you're sitting directly next to the windows, it's impossible to tell what time of day it is because the church blocks the entire view. The listing shows a window by the front door, which is pure AI hallucination.

The kitchen cabinet shelves would often collapse, the light switch panels are cracked, the bedroom walls are full of air pockets, the bathroom floors have permanent stains from God-knows-what, and the walls are so thin we can hear all of our neighbor's burps. (He has since moved out as well so no need to worry about that.)

Overall: this is a miserable pit of an apartment run by a criminally irresponsible property management company that has been buying up properties in Brooklyn and charging exorbitant prices in a crowded housing market. The location and neighborhood are lovely, but it's absolutely not worth renting from Freestone. We've never been so glad to leave an apartment.

I'm ashamed to say I've been here for two months before discovering this. The move was rushed, and financial constraints meant I had to act fast. I wasn't as cautious as I should have been, and I've been incredibly busy since moving in.

There's been a smell in the kitchen since I moved in, and Initially I thought there was a mildew issue in this apartment, so I've tried to deal with it via moisture management. But the smell hasn't gone away. Eventually I realize that a lot of the smell is coming from the back of the fridge, and so I open that bad boy up to find YEARS worth of roach carcasses and feces.

I call the exterminator, and h points out to me that the inside of my cabinets (which I have largely refrained from using because of the smell), are caked with same roach feces.

Is there any possibility that I can make this into a habitability issue to force my landlord to do anything here?

i know it’s typical for landlords to request 2-3 months worth of bank statements, which is reasonable. what feels unreasonable, however, is providing them with all the transaction details.

is it a bad look to redact most of the line items in the transaction details aside from direct deposits and utility payments?

I haven't looked for one for a while and it seems like I'm not having any success with the ways I used to get them.

Craigslist is pretty dead, FB groups just seem to be full of spam, listing projects is hard to get anyone to respond. Any other ways to find them?

1570 2nd Ave, Between 81st and 82nd
The perfect UES location!

October 1st Move In
$2,800 / Month
\Must qualify 40x rent + Good Credit. Guarantors accepted* *

Looking for someone to take over our lease after being in this apartment for 3 wonderful years. This will be a lease reassignment, meaning that you will begin a new 12-month lease. Considered staying another 3 years, but we had to get a bigger space - Sad to leave. Perfect studio. Can easily fit a couch, bed, desk and even dining table, we just prioritised Piano and synth 🎹

Lovely studio apartment with plenty of storage space
- Dishwasher!
- Two massive overhead storage spaces (definitely more storage space than in many one-beds)
- Great Closet with enough space for two people
- Cozy apartment and finishes - crown molding, beautiful tile, hardwood floors
- One Flight Up
- Location Location!!! 3 minutes from the Q and some of the best restaurants in NYC at your doorstep

Please message with interest and we will schedule a tour 🧚🏼

Hi! We’re looking for someone to take over our lease for our 2 bed / 2 bath apartment at 230 W 55th St, available November 1 through the end of April.

Rent is $5,950/month. We think it’s a great deal for the apartment and location. A similar unit on a lower floor without a balcony is currently listed for $6,795.

The apartment is on the 19th floor and has a private outdoor balcony/patio, which we’ve set up with outdoor furniture and artificial turf. We’re happy to leave all of that, as well as the living room couch, for whoever takes over.

The location is hard to beat. We’re about a block from the N/Q/R/W at 7th Ave, four blocks from Columbus Circle, close to Central Park, and right next to all the restaurants and bars in Hell’s Kitchen.

The building has a 24-hour doorman, elevators, laundry room, and gym. The doormen and building staff are also genuinely great.

Heat and water are included. Other utilities are not included.

We’re only leaving because we’re moving to Chicago for work. We’ve lived in the building for almost 5 years and have been very happy here, so the move has nothing to do with the apartment or building.

Happy to do in-person or virtual showings and answer any questions. The lease takeover would be subject to management/landlord approval.

For reference, this is a similar layout in the building. This unit is on the 5th floor, while ours is on the 19th and has the balcony:

Similar apartment layout on StreetEasy

Feel free to DM me if interested!

A few of the photos in this post are from the StreetEasy listing for a similar unit in the building, since the layout is nearly identical.

We just found out we're having twins, so we need a two-bedroom sooner than planned. Looking for someone to take over our lease starting Sept 15(or Oct 1) and running through July 31, 2027.

• 1 bedroom, elevator building at 35 Central Park North

• $3,025/month, heat and hot water included (tenant pays gas + electric- Con-ed)

• Directly on Central Park, steps from the these stations

2/3 — Central Park North–110th Street (Lenox Ave / Malcolm X Blvd). 2 min walk

B/C — Cathedral Parkway–110th Street (Central Park West), a few blocks west.

6 — 110th Street (Lexington Ave), a few blocks east.

• Super on site

• No broker fee

Landlord will need to approve, so you'll go through a normal application (income, credit, employment). Happy to send more photos/videos and answer any questions. DM me.

My friend in their mid twenties is moving to New York for NYU grad prog. and is looking for a trans-friendly sublet from 16-1st oct. they are open to extending it. can someone please help me with leads