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    Raising kids in the city
    Updated over 18 years ago
    we are relocating to NYC and looking to rent an apartment in a "kid friendly" building. Any suggestions on either the Upper East or Upper West Side?
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    How much is too much to pay on rent?
    Updated over 18 years ago
    I'm new to the city, will be making about $200K/year and am thinking about renting an apartment for $4100/month. Any thoughts on whether this is too expensive? It's...
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    building at 1766 Second Avenue
    Updated over 18 years ago
    DO NOT move to 301 east 92nd street (2nd Ave) owned by Sackman. On the third floor walk-up in a 2-bedroom (which now rents for around $2700! I paid 2300 two years ago)...
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    the modern/343 west 16
    Updated over 18 years ago
    Has anyone seen this really cool building? In the meatpacking district, killer outdoor space. 8 apartments green building. Awesome.
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    Stonehenge
    Updated over 18 years ago
    Just a note of caution -- stay away from any building owned by Stonehenge! They are the worst management company ever!
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    moving to NY from CA!
    Updated over 18 years ago
    For those of you who have been in the same boat, I'm wondering what kind of papers I should bring and/or what kind of issues I'll run into as an out-of-state renter,...
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    Rental Market Tight? Security Deposit??
    Updated over 18 years ago
    My friend was just asked to put 3 months security deposit down for an apartment. Is this normal?? I thought the standard was first month, last month and one month...
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