What are some good neighborhoods to live in New York that are under $1,000? What places to avoid?

Question

Don't want to get gang banged, thanks!

stop lying, i saw some in chelsea and upper west side for $650, why is that?

Answer 1

Having lived in NY for 21yrs, I'm gonna be honest here: YOu'll get hosed everywhere you go.

The law is virtually on the landlord's side. Tenants lose everytime.

A studio typically costs $850.- and that does not cover any utilities. You'll need roommates unless you make 70K + a year.

Cockroaches and rats are everywhere. If there is no mention of monthly exterminator on the lease (written, these jerks promise the moon & stars and things like 'We're still renovating but it'll be ready when you move in") then you're not getting an exterminator regardless of what the board of health says. Or that stove that's sitting in the middle of the kitchen not plugged-in. Or those cracked asbestos tiles in the hallway.

Avoid overly ghetto neighborhoods like Bed-Sty, Crown Heights, Sunset Park, Washington Heights, Coney Island or anywhere where all you see is the projects.

Answer 2

Go to http://newyork.craigslist.org/ (the housing section) and you'll see a lot of options. It all depends on whether you want to have your own apartment or you want to share. You also need to think whether you want to live in Manhattan or any of the other boroughs.

When I first came to NYC I tried to save money and looked for an apartment without a broker (I couldn't find anything). In the end a broker may well be the best route to a decent apartment (they can save you hours of calling and traipsing on your own). I don't think you can find a decent apartment in NYC under $1,000 unless you want to share it with other people.

I have a studio in the UWS by Central Park and am paying $1,450, and live alone. If I wanted to change places and pay, say, around $1,200, I would contact a broker again and would explain to him/her what is it that I want. I think when you're lost, you need to look for someone who knows best. I don't expect to find anything decent in NYC (and I'm talking about studios) for anything less than $1,200, unless you go to Washington Heights, Inwood or Harlem - which is fine if you like those neighborhoods.

Answer 3

In NYC I would highly doubt it. You should look for apartments in Brooklyn or Queens. I like Forest Hills and Bayside,Queens because they are a short commute and are safe communities and have a good night life.

Answer 4

Sorry, New York at that price gets you in the Harlem. A small efficincy apartment will run you at least 2,400 a month.

Answer 5

If you mean your own apartment, good luck.

If you are willing to have two roommates, it might be possible.

Get a copy of the Village Voice newspaper and check the ads.

Answer 6

I hope you don't mean NYC...Forget about it if so.