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    Craigslist NYC Apartments for Rent By Owner and No Fee Options

    No fee, for-rent-by-owner apartments typically offer the best deals in the NYC rental market, and Craigslist’s no fee NYC apartments / housing for rent page is a good hunting ground, though you’re going to have to sift through a lot of (fake) broker listings and scams. RENTBETTA.com is another good option to find for-rent-by-owner apartments, and has nearly every apartment you can rent directly from a leasing office in NYC. Major apartment search websites like Streeteasy, RentHop, and PropertyClub are mostly filled with broker listings, which means you may waste a lot of time (and potentially money) in your apartment search.

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    Renters' Guide to Broker Fees in NYC and No Fee Apartments

    Broker fees are the bane of NYC renters.  They add thousands of dollars to the cost of renting for hard-working New Yorkers, and would seem an easy target for a popularly-inclined government to get rid of.  Yet they persist.  A guide to broker fees in New York City, and a few tips to negotiate them down or find no fee apartments.

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    RENTBETTA.com Announces Median Rent in New York City Decreased 3.0% in November

    RENTBETTA.com, a new site offering no fee New York City apartments for rent directly from property managers and landlords, announces rents decreased -3.0% sequentially in November to a median of $4,594.

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    9 Tips for Owning a Dog in NYC

    Find a pet-friendly, no fee apartment on RENTBETTA.com to save thousands of dollars on broker fees. Look for a dog under 50 pounds (fully grown) that isn’t an “aggressive breed” (eg, Pitbulls, German Shepherds, Rottweilers) to qualify for most pet-friendly buildings.  Adopt a dog at the ASPCA or find a breeder in Pennsylvania, but avoid NYC pet stores, where you’ll pay more for a puppy that may be under-socialized.  For shots and routine care, Petco’s Vetco clinics are a great deal.

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    Average Rent in New York City Decreases -4.6% in August for No Fee Apartments

    RENTBETTA.com, which offers no fee apartments directly from property managers across New York City, announces average rent decreased -4.6% sequentially in the month of August, a welcome relief for renters who suffered record high post-COVID rents.

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    The 90 Day NYC Pet Law

    The easiest way to own a dog in NYC is to live in a pet-friendly apartment and follow the building's pet policy.  Even if your lease says “no pets”, try asking your landlord (nicely) for permission via email.  If you live in a walk-up building, the NYC Pet Law will allow you to keep a dog once you have it “openly and notoriously” for at least 90 days.  If you live in a doorman building, it's hard to skirt pet restrictions (we wouldn't even try), as the doorman will likely stop you the first time you walk in with a new dog. Try to keep good relations with your landlord, as they can decide not to renew your lease if they deem the dog a problem.

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    Ultimate Guide: How to Rent an Apartment in New York City

    New York City is one of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the world, but it can also be a daunting place to find an apartment. The rental market is competitive, and prices are high. But don't worry, we're here to help. In this blog post, we'll walk you through the process of renting an apartment in New York City, step-by-step, and offer a few tips.

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    8 Tips to Save Money Renting in NYC

    Save thousands of dollars by renting a no fee apartment and skip signing through a broker.  Get on a cheaper winter lease by joining a sublet for a few months to sign a new lease in January or February if you moved here during the summer. Never sign an 18 month lease! Look for a rent-stabilized apartment if you're here during bad times.  Book movers at least 3-4 few weeks in advance on the date you plan to move, even if you haven't found your new place yet. Follow our tips to get your security deposit back. Buy furniture at Ikea, not Safavieh. And buy all your household goods on Walmart.com, not the local Duane Reade.

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    What is a New York City Bodega?

    New York City bodegas are the little corner stores you see every block or two, selling snacks, household items, beer, and sandwiches. They're great for convenience, but a little high on prices.

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    How To Find NYC Apartments for Rent with No Broker Fee

    To avoid a broker fee, you’re going to have to avoid a broker.  Check out RENTBETTA.com to see no fee apartments available directly from management companies across NYC.  Craigslist has a “no fee” option, but skip anything that looks like it’s posted by a broker or feels like a scam.  Pound the pavement in the neighborhoods you like, asking doormen for availabilities and looking for placards from management companies near the door. If you're open to roommates, join a flat-share of existing tenants you get along well with to avoid the fee.

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    Best Sites to Find No Fee NYC Apartments for Rent in 2023

    RENTBETTA.com offers no fee NYC apartments directly from property managers and building owners. You can book a tour and apply for any apartment on the site and will be connected directly with a leasing office, not a broker.  Craigslist occasionally has great deals directly from smaller landlords, but also has a lot of scams.  You can also avoid broker fees by joining a flat-share, and we like Spareroom, Facebook Marketplace and the housing groups NYC Rooms and Gypsy Housing the best.  Streeteasy has a no fee option but most of their listings are from brokers, meaning many are fake, outdated, or have hidden broker fees.

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    What County is New York City In?

    NYC is composed of 5 boroughs, with each borough also its own county. Manhattan is in New York County, Brooklyn in Kings County, Queens in Queens County, the Bronx in Bronx County, and Staten Island in Richmond County. The counties and boroughs of New York City are coterminous.

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    Best NYC Landlords in Q1 2023

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee apartments directly from owners without brokers or broker fees, announces the Best Landlords in NYC for Q1 2023.

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    Worst Buildings & Landlords in NYC for Q1 2023

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee apartments directly from property managers and building owners, announces the Top 10 Worst Buildings and Landlords in NYC for 1Q23.

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    NYC Median Rents Decreased 1.6% in March for No Fee Apartments

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee apartments in New York City directly from leasing offices and building owners, announces median rents decreased 1.6% in March from the month prior.

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    NYC Rents Rise 9% Sequentially in 2Q22

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee NYC apartments for rent, announces median rents increased 9% sequentially in 2Q22.

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    NYC Median Rents Increased 2.6% in December for an Index of No Fee Apartments

    RENTBETTA.com, a website connecting renters with no fee apartments available directly from building owners and leasing offices through New York City, announces median rents increased 2.6% in the month of December versus November.

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    NYC Average Rents Increased 0.1% for No Fee Apartments in November 2022

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee apartments for rent directly from building owners in New York City, announces average rents were approximately flat in the month of November, increasing 0.1% sequentially. Median rents have declined 7.4% from their August peak to $4,576, a welcome relief for renters.

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    NYC Average Rents Decreased 2.4% in October 2022 for No Fee Apartments

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee apartments for rent directly from NYC building owners, without brokers or broker fees, announces average rent decreased -2.4% month-over-month in October.  The median rent decreased 3.8% to $4,603. Median NYC rents have fallen 6.9% from their August peak, a welcome relief for renters.

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    NYC's Most Bed Bug Infested Buildings in 3Q22

    RENTBETTA.com, a website saving renters thousands of dollars with no fee apartments available directly from building owners and leasing offices, announces the Worst Infested Buildings in NYC for 3Q22.

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    NYC Average Rents for No Fee Apartments Decreased 4.1% in September 2022

    RENTBETTA.com, a website connecting renters with no fee New York City apartments available directly from building owners and without brokers or broker fees, announces average rent in the NYC area decreased 4.1% month over month in September to $5,362. The median rent decreased 3.3% to $4,784.

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    NYC average rent increased 4.7% in August to $5,593

    RENTBETTA.com, a website offering no fee New York City apartments for rent directly from building owners and leasing offices, announces average rent in the NYC area increased 4.7% monthly in August to $5,593.