The prices on apts right now is crazy - any tips for good finds?? Need to move to NYC in 2 months

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Bring down your expectations and get roommates

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Search outside the same 5 popular areas everyone else is looking at.

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Which are?

Word of mouth. The cheapest apartments (that are still decent) won’t be listed on any of the big sites.

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So here’s a great place to start. Check Reddit, look on Facebook for neighborhood groups to join, Facebook marketplace also has listings. It really depends on the neighborhood/area. I would even consider looking for a sublet for a few months, meet people, and get an idea for the area you actually want to live in.

Where are you right now? Nearby to look at apartments or trying to finalize online?

What are you looking for? 1 bd/1ba? Studio? Sq. Ft? Distance from work?

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