269 west 72nd apt 2D

It's an overpriced studio with a wall and an old kitchen. The resident will have to get used to the sound of an elevator all the time. Pass.

Good call...is this really even a 1 br?

True. Just because someone installs a wall doesn't make a studio a one-bedroom.

So this is what a "starter" home in Manhattan looks like! $335,000. After your $70,000 down payment, your mortgage would be about $1650 per month PLUS the $709 monthly maintenance charge. You'd need to be grossing at least $95,000/year for board approval. Last time I checked, $95,000 -- even in Manhattan -- wasn't a "starting" salary.