Living in NYC/Buroughs

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1:48p, 4/8/21

AG

Thinking of moving out to NYC for work - I've done some research into living, but does anyone live in actual NYC? What are realistic pricing for apartments/housing? I know it's going to be more expensive than Dallas, but just how much? And how was the adjustment period for that?

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8:18p, 4/11/21

AG

Really depends on what borough and what amenities are important to you. Feel free to PM me if you have any questions. I live in Nomad in Manhattan.

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7:46a, 4/12/21

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Be prepared to break the bank if you choose to live in Manhattan without roommates. I lived in the UES in Manhattan for a few years last decade and I enjoyed it. At the time, you could find a studio for $2K/month.

I shared my 4br/1ba place and with how we split the rent, no one was paying more than $1200/month.

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10:44p, 8/15/21

Do it.

NYC has whatever you want, as long as you are aware of the trade offs. 15 years ago, I sold my house and car in Dallas and drove a UHaul to NYC. I crashed on a friends couch in UES until I found a roommate (randomly from Austin) on Craigslist for $900/mo in Hell's Kitchen.

My plan was to spend a year or 2 up here. Instead, I have built a career and life complete with a job I never could have got staying in TX, Meeting my amazing wife/true soulmate, and having 2 crazy kids going to NYC public schools. We're still here in Manhattan - Now on UWS after spending a few years in Chelsea and the Village. I wouldn't have changed a thing. Best decision I ever made.

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