Nobody moves to New York
for fewer options
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WHAT IT IS
Open markets.Open doors.
New York is full of possibilities. You should get to see all of them.
New York is one of the world's great engines of opportunity. People live here to build careers, communities, businesses, identities, and futures. The city's promise has never been that success is easy, but that possibility exists.
But possibility only works when people can see it.
What it is
“Open markets. Open doors.” is StreetEasy’s commitment to keeping New York City real estate visible and accessible. An open market means homes for sale or rent are shared publicly, so more New Yorkers can see their options.
Why it matters
A home in New York City shouldn’t depend on privilege, who you know, or who you work with. That’s gatekeeping. More visibility means informed renters and buyers, greater exposure for sellers, and more opportunity for agents.
Why StreetEasy
is taking a stand
We believe real estate works best when New Yorkers can see what’s out there and decide for themselves. StreetEasy was founded in 2006 to change that by bringing listings into one place.
THE STAKES
When homes disappearfrom view, opportunitydoes too
Private listing networks and closed marketplaces are changing the way New York City housing works. More homes are being pulled from public view, with the goal of creating artificial scarcity and reserving homes for the select few.
That means more buyers and renters won’t get to see homes that are right for them. Sellers will reach fewer potential buyers. And agents have less opportunity to grow their networks and careers.
This isn’t just about where real estate listings appear. It’s about who gets access to what’s possible. Do we want a city that gatekeeps opportunity for the few, or one that gives the most people a fair shot?
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