Renting

Two-thirds of New Yorkers rent rather than buy. Explore useful information for NYC renters, from the most affordable neighborhoods to how to apply for an apartment.

Housing Lotteries

Lottery Open for 100 Affordable Apts at Former Bushwick Brewery Site

By StreetEasy Team · April 16, 2018

Housing Lotteries

Huge East Harlem Housing Lottery Offers 124 Units Starting at $822

By StreetEasy Team · March 29, 2018

Housing Lotteries

Hudson Yards Lottery Has Apts From $613 to $2,733

By Laura Vecsey · Feb. 1, 2018

Tips and Advice for Renters

The Best Way to Split Bills With Roommates: 5 Easy Tips

By StreetEasy Team · Nov. 6, 2017

Tips and Advice for Renters

The NYC Apartment Hunting Checklist Every Renter Needs

By StreetEasy Team · Oct. 4, 2017

Tips and Advice for Renters

'How I Got My Security Deposit Back'

By Jenny Scully · April 15, 2015

Tips and Advice for Renters

'How We Landed a Place on the UWS'

By Robert Larson · March 4, 2015

Renting

'My Ceiling Caved in and Nearly Killed Me'

By StreetEasy Team · Feb. 23, 2015

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