ThePresence
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i live in the upper west side now with 2 roommates. i'm getting married in 2 months and getting a nice 1br with my husband-to-be in the bronx. it will be quieter, and we have some married friends living up there already, so it won't be completely unfamiliar, although it will definitely be a big change from my current metropolitan lifestyle.
with $1500, you can definitely live in queens, brooklyn, or the bronx in a 1 bedroom (at least). i am biased towards the UWS (upper west side) because well, i went to school thereabouts (columbia) and haven't left (i graduated awhile ago).
as far as the bar scene, i'm not sure if you even want that, but to address previous posts, there are plenty of bars in the 70s-80s and amsterdam avenue which is still within the UWS. however, that bar scene is nothing like the scene in the lower east side (which is downtown), where you can probably get cheaper drinks and have a better time among a university-type crowd. still, that's all a short commute away thanks to wonderful public transportation. as for me, i'm not such a fan of bar scenes, and living almost a block away from the "strip" of bars has not exposed me to much of it either. the most important thing you should know about living in nyc is that your life is how you make it, so it really doesn't matter where you live. convenience is located almost anywhere in this wonderful city.
if you're looking to meet people or students, almost anywhere in manhattan can be an advantage to you. the best places for that are the union square area (nyu is located there) and the columbia area (UWS / morningside heights). columbia is a little more north of everything, such as times square -- but that, in my opinion, is what makes the place so unique. it's quieter and steps away (plus the short 15 minute-ish commute) to everything else in the city.
it really depends what you want, though, because nyc has tons to offer. are you looking for something quiet, but yet in the middle of everything? are you looking for something really noisy? keep in mind that there are ambulances driving throughout the city 24/7 -- no joke. are you sensitive to that? do you care for mid- to high security, or do you not mind when the same homeless guy asks you for change day in and day out?
once you know where you want to live, you need to consider whether you want to live in buildings that have doormen, laundry rooms on the premises, and, believe it or not, elevators. if they don't advertise the apartment as such, chances are it's a walk-up, which can really be awful if you're moving up heavy boxes. but first, figure out which neighborhood best suits you.
hope that helps a bit. of course, it would help to know more of what you're looking for as well, and definitely check out craigslist for housing listings (no broker fee listings are nice and more affordable)
with $1500, you can definitely live in queens, brooklyn, or the bronx in a 1 bedroom (at least). i am biased towards the UWS (upper west side) because well, i went to school thereabouts (columbia) and haven't left (i graduated awhile ago).
as far as the bar scene, i'm not sure if you even want that, but to address previous posts, there are plenty of bars in the 70s-80s and amsterdam avenue which is still within the UWS. however, that bar scene is nothing like the scene in the lower east side (which is downtown), where you can probably get cheaper drinks and have a better time among a university-type crowd. still, that's all a short commute away thanks to wonderful public transportation. as for me, i'm not such a fan of bar scenes, and living almost a block away from the "strip" of bars has not exposed me to much of it either. the most important thing you should know about living in nyc is that your life is how you make it, so it really doesn't matter where you live. convenience is located almost anywhere in this wonderful city.
if you're looking to meet people or students, almost anywhere in manhattan can be an advantage to you. the best places for that are the union square area (nyu is located there) and the columbia area (UWS / morningside heights). columbia is a little more north of everything, such as times square -- but that, in my opinion, is what makes the place so unique. it's quieter and steps away (plus the short 15 minute-ish commute) to everything else in the city.
it really depends what you want, though, because nyc has tons to offer. are you looking for something quiet, but yet in the middle of everything? are you looking for something really noisy? keep in mind that there are ambulances driving throughout the city 24/7 -- no joke. are you sensitive to that? do you care for mid- to high security, or do you not mind when the same homeless guy asks you for change day in and day out?
once you know where you want to live, you need to consider whether you want to live in buildings that have doormen, laundry rooms on the premises, and, believe it or not, elevators. if they don't advertise the apartment as such, chances are it's a walk-up, which can really be awful if you're moving up heavy boxes. but first, figure out which neighborhood best suits you.
hope that helps a bit. of course, it would help to know more of what you're looking for as well, and definitely check out craigslist for housing listings (no broker fee listings are nice and more affordable)
The first place I worked in NYC there was a guy who lived in the office for over a year, rather than finding an apartment, - there was a shower in one of the private offices upstairs. So when you see sleeping bags under some of the desks at your new job, you'll know why.
In retrospect, that guy was a genious and saved a bundle.... If there is no shower in the building you could get a gym membership.
In retrospect, that guy was a genious and saved a bundle.... If there is no shower in the building you could get a gym membership.
Another vote for Hoboken or Jersey City, a very quick ride to lower manhattan. Another way to look at it is to look at the PATH train route here and pick out something close to one of the stations.
Maybe not Newark .
However, New Jersey isn't New York City. A lot of us like it that way, but since you may prefer to be in the city itself (manhattan, queens, brooklyn etc).
Maybe not Newark
.However, New Jersey isn't New York City. A lot of us like it that way, but since you may prefer to be in the city itself (manhattan, queens, brooklyn etc).
np boss feel free to PM me with any more questions.
you'll definitely find cheaper and better apartments outside manhattan, but look for a place (e.g. an apartment complex) that has a "community" -- those are often the best places to be. that's where i met my husband-to-be too
feel free to PM me with any more questions.you'll definitely find cheaper and better apartments outside manhattan, but look for a place (e.g. an apartment complex) that has a "community" -- those are often the best places to be. that's where i met my husband-to-be too
go live in jersey. near the white peopler, wherever possible. probably hoboken.
save $$, don't get shot.
save $$, don't get shot.
my wife and i own a 1 bedroom co-op in queens
bought it for $132,000 in 2003 and now it's worth around $165,000
queens is a nice place to buy something right now since a lot of neighborhoods are ready to gentrify or in the process of gentrification. renting is for losers
bought it for $132,000 in 2003 and now it's worth around $165,000
queens is a nice place to buy something right now since a lot of neighborhoods are ready to gentrify or in the process of gentrification. renting is for losers
I live in Leonia, NJ and it is about five minutes (drive) away from Manhattan.. Using George Washington Bridge to cross Hudson River but damn $6 for one-way trip!!
Take a shot, live in Jersey shore next to NYC and commute using car or take subway/path train to NYC.
Take a shot, live in Jersey shore next to NYC and commute using car or take subway/path train to NYC.
Originally posted by: tami
i live in the upper west side now with 2 roommates. i'm getting married in 2 months and getting a nice 1br with my husband-to-be in the bronx. it will be quieter, and we have some married friends living up there already, so it won't be completely unfamiliar, although it will definitely be a big change from my current metropolitan lifestyle.
with $1500, you can definitely live in queens, brooklyn, or the bronx in a 1 bedroom (at least). i am biased towards the UWS (upper west side) because well, i went to school thereabouts (columbia) and haven't left (i graduated awhile ago).
as far as the bar scene, i'm not sure if you even want that, but to address previous posts, there are plenty of bars in the 70s-80s and amsterdam avenue which is still within the UWS. however, that bar scene is nothing like the scene in the lower east side (which is downtown), where you can probably get cheaper drinks and have a better time among a university-type crowd. still, that's all a short commute away thanks to wonderful public transportation. as for me, i'm not such a fan of bar scenes, and living almost a block away from the "strip" of bars has not exposed me to much of it either. the most important thing you should know about living in nyc is that your life is how you make it, so it really doesn't matter where you live. convenience is located almost anywhere in this wonderful city.
if you're looking to meet people or students, almost anywhere in manhattan can be an advantage to you. the best places for that are the union square area (nyu is located there) and the columbia area (UWS / morningside heights). columbia is a little more north of everything, such as times square -- but that, in my opinion, is what makes the place so unique. it's quieter and steps away (plus the short 15 minute-ish commute) to everything else in the city.
it really depends what you want, though, because nyc has tons to offer. are you looking for something quiet, but yet in the middle of everything? are you looking for something really noisy? keep in mind that there are ambulances driving throughout the city 24/7 -- no joke. are you sensitive to that? do you care for mid- to high security, or do you not mind when the same homeless guy asks you for change day in and day out?
once you know where you want to live, you need to consider whether you want to live in buildings that have doormen, laundry rooms on the premises, and, believe it or not, elevators. if they don't advertise the apartment as such, chances are it's a walk-up, which can really be awful if you're moving up heavy boxes. but first, figure out which neighborhood best suits you.
hope that helps a bit. of course, it would help to know more of what you're looking for as well, and definitely check out craigslist for housing listings (no broker fee listings are nice and more affordable)
tami rated 10 for attending columbia. hahahaha. i loved that area as well and would advocate living around the UWS/morningside heights neighborhoods. if your budget is 1500-2000 a month, im sure you can find a nice 1 bdrm in the city.
edit: btw, i take the path into the city everyday from newark, so if you have any questions about that process, pm me. from newark the path ride to the WTC is 22 minutes (usually faster). if you're young, i'd recommend living in manhattan, but for fiscal reasons, i've heard hoboken is pretty nice.
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