Are there nice but affordable apartments in new york coty?

Question

ive always wanted to live in a big city like new york. i know they have apartments that are so expensive, but are there any that are nice and are cheap?

Answer 1

Apparently, only on TV sitcoms.  I've looked at apartments a number of times in NYC (mostly Manhattan) over the years and finding a nice/affordable apartment requires some adjustments in your likely definition of nice.

Size is what I most noticed.  If you are coming from a small dorm or shared apartment out of college, its doable.  Just be prepared to be highly space efficient.

Location (perceived safety, closeness to work or right environment) is they other big challenge, but I've found you can usually find something if you are willing to compromise (see size comment).

The legend of course is that there are 3-four bedroom rent control places out there for less than $500.  I'm sure a few still exist, but they only getting rarer.

Answer 2

In Manhattan probably just the city projects - and there's probably about a 10 year waiting list for them or section 8.  Staten Island, Brooklyn, The Bronx, and Queens are much more reasonable than Manhattan and are still part of New York City.