Rat Infestation History

Neighborhood?

Even some of the most prestigious buildings in NYC have been plagued with rodent/insect infestations over the years. I wouldn't be concerned about it unless it's obviously still ongoing and/or the building has not been able to solve it in a timely manner.

Interesting Read: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/10/nyregion/10ansonia.html

Deal breaker?

Rat = Yes

Mouse = No

Interesting, why do you say that RealEstateNY? Mice obv are much smaller and rats bigger. But why the dealbreaker if it's a rat? I've heard this before, just curious reasoning

Are they much dirtier?

You should also look out for roach traps within the apartment. Some listing brokers are smart enough to remove them, but they sometimes leave a distinctive black residue behind. Personal preference, but all of those are dealbreakers for me.