{"id":17923,"date":"2017-10-09T11:44:58","date_gmt":"2017-10-09T15:44:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=17923"},"modified":"2018-12-12T16:53:43","modified_gmt":"2018-12-12T20:53:43","slug":"millennial-guide-williamsburg-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/09\/millennial-guide-williamsburg-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1\/","title":{"rendered":"A Millennial Guide to: Williamsburg, Brooklyn (Part 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17936\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-art-exhibit-bridge-pedestrian.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Williamsburg Bridge displaying art exhibit on its beams\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Head over the bridge from Manhattan and discover Williamsburg, Brooklyn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Welcome to the first in our series of blogs on a popular NYC housing option among the millennial crowd of first-time renters, <a title=\"Find an apartment near your college or university\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/04\/11\/10-new-york-city-apartments-near-universities\/\">students<\/a> and new graduates: the <strong>apartment share<\/strong>. Each week we\u2019ll be highlighting a neighborhood and giving you an inside look at what it\u2019s truly like to live there with a local roommate. We\u2019ll feature an interview with one of our local apartment share hosts in the neighborhood, plus an inside look into the apartment and room for rent with New York Habitat. Our first neighborhood focus is on <strong>Williamsburg, Brooklyn<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d24194.348438706606!2d-73.97068106664324!3d40.71155377723125!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89c25bfd06c12a41%3A0x8279f2291cc5d76c!2sWilliamsburg%2C+Brooklyn%2C+NY!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1506462452774\" width=\"585\" height=\"390\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If Portland and New York had a love child, it would be <a title=\"Find out what it\u2019s like to live like a local in Williamsburg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2015\/01\/05\/live-like-local-williamsburg-brooklyn-new-york\/\">Williamsburg<\/a>. This Brooklyn neighborhood offers some serious hipster vibes. And while this might not be everyone\u2019s cup of tea, it definitely provides an interesting <strong>art scene<\/strong> and exciting <strong>nightlife<\/strong>. While prices may be on the rise, this is still a prime area for young college graduates to live. Its close proximity to Manhattan provides one of the easiest commutes in the boroughs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Rental prices: What you can expect<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17937\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-room-prices-infographic.jpg\" alt=\"Infographic of room prices in Williamsburg, Brooklyn\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" \/>\n\t<div>Apartment shares are a great way to keep costs down and still live in a trendy neighborhood <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>We all wish we could live in a high-end luxury apartment, perfectly located near our university or workplace, but sometimes our finances can hamper those dreams of opulence. In addition to the monthly rent, there are also electric, gas, WiFi and cable bills to be paid, and basic living expenses like food and transportation. Knowing your rent budget and what areas of New York you can afford are important first steps in <a title=\"Use our tips to find an affordable apartment in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/30\/brokers-guide-finding-affordable-apartment-nyc\/\">finding the right apartment and location for you<\/a>. Check out our blog on <a title=\"Let your personality guide you to your perfect apartment match \" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/15\/find-new-york-apartment-matches-personality\/\">finding an apartment to match your personality<\/a> to help you narrow your apartment search as well. NYC is one of the most expensive real estate markets in the world. If you don\u2019t have the budget of a Wall Street tycoon, an apartment share \u2014 renting a room in a shared apartment, as opposed to footing the costs of a full apartment on your own \u2014 can help curtail some of the costs associated with renting here. Don\u2019t worry, we always have suggestions for <a title=\"Free things to do in NYC for the budget-conscious\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2013\/10\/14\/top-10-free-things-see-do-new-york\/\">free things to do in your free time in NYC<\/a> on our blog! How exactly will renting in Williamsburg affect your wallet? The above infographic will break it down for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Williamsburg&#8217;s hotspots<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So you\u2019re thinking about moving to Williamsburg? Get to know the neighborhood with some local spots that top our list of favorite things about Williamsburg.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>1. ENTERTAINMENT &amp; LEISURE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><strong>Baby\u2019s All Right<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17938\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-Baby\u2019s-All-Right-music-venue-bar-restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"Image of singer on stage at music and food venue Baby\u2019s All Right\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>You\u2019ll find a myriad of music venues in Brooklyn (Photo credit: Jono Bernstein)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If there\u2019s one place that is going to have everything you need for an unforgettable weekend, it\u2019s Baby\u2019s All Right. The bar\/restaurant\/music venue embodies the vibe and spirit of Williamsburg. Their calendar is packed with acts from all music genres, so no matter what\u2019s on your playlist, there is bound to be a show for you.<\/p>\n<p>The food definitely leans on the Asian side, but we\u2019re not complaining. Any bar where you can get pork dumplings and Korean BBQ is a bar worth visiting. To bring it all together, Baby\u2019s bar has a varied selection of drink options. You can keep it classy with a glass of ros\u00e9, or let the night take over with a Pink Baby (frozen vodka, grapefruit, and mate).<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><strong>Videology Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17939\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-videology-bar-cinema-film.jpg\" alt=\"Image of people sitting at tables watching a film at Videology Bar\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>This bar offers a menu and drinks along with your movie (photo credit: videologybarandcinema.com)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>This is not your average movie theater experience. Videology Bar is a micro-cinema that screens films from all eras, from classics like <em>The Seven Year Itch<\/em> to more recent releases like <em>Midnight in Paris<\/em>. What makes it better than most movie theaters is that there is always a full bar and food service. In addition to their films, there are bingo and trivia nights throughout the week.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><strong>East River State Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17940\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-East-River-State-Park-grass-picnic-skyline.jpg\" alt=\"Image of people sitting on the grass at East River State Park with Manhattan skyline in the background\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Escape the streets and head to the waterfront for relaxation with a skyline view <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>East River State Park is a must-go for any Williamsburg resident (and even for those that live further away) from the view alone. While it&#8217;s the home of the food market Smorgasburg on Saturdays, every other day it\u2019s a beautiful seven-acre <strong>waterfront park<\/strong> that will make you forget all the stresses of the city. As you stroll around, informative signs will give you a bit of the history of this site as a 19th-century shipping dock. Today you can still see the <strong>cobblestone streets<\/strong> and old railroad tracks that once traversed the area. Pack a picnic and chill out with lunch and a stunning <strong>skyline<\/strong> view.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>2. LOCAL CUISINE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><strong>Smorgasburg<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17932\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-Smorgasburg-food-foodie-market-vendors-waterfront.jpg\" alt=\"Image of food vendors at Smorgasburg on the Brooklyn waterfront\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Taste all the flavors of NYC at Smorgasburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Smorgasburg is the king of open-air food markets. It will take you several weekends to try all 100 of the local food vendors participating! This is the place to sample truly unique food, from Mexican-Japanese fusion tacos, to the puzzling ramen burger and the Instagram-famous raindrop cake. This is basically the Holy Grail for all the foodies out there.<\/p>\n<p>This food frenzy takes place on the Williamsburg waterfront on Saturdays and in <strong>Prospect Park<\/strong> on Sundays.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><strong>San Marco Pizzeria<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17933\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-San-Marco-pizzeria-pizza-espresso-Italian-food.jpg\" alt=\"Image of the storefront of San Marco Pizzeria\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Head to San Marco Pizzeria for great local pizza and espresso (photo credit: mightysweet.com)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>San Marco Pizzeria has been in the business of serving up some serious New York slices and top-notch espresso since 1962 (long before Williamsburg became the new millennial hotspot). At $2.50 per slice and only $1.60 for a real Italian espresso, it\u2019s a great local spot to get your <a title=\"Check out these top coffee shops for your caffeine fix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2014\/02\/24\/top-10-coffee-shops-new-york\/\">caffeine fix<\/a> and quick, delicious food on a budget. If you\u2019re craving pizza, try some of <a title=\"We\u2019ve got the best pizza spots in NYC \" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2014\/09\/22\/top-10-pizza-spots-new-york-city\/\">our other top pizza places<\/a> in NYC.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>3. SHOPPING<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><strong>The Mini Mall<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17934\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-The-Mini-Mall-shopping-vendors-vintage.jpg\" alt=\"Image of The Mini Mall entrance in Brooklyn\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>For a mall like no other, head to this unique local market (Photo credit: youshld (https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/youshld\/) <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Don\u2019t let the name fool you, this is not your typical suburban mall with a basic food court and department stores like Macy\u2019s. The Mini Mall is everything you\u2019ve come to expect from Brooklyn \u2014 <strong>vintage<\/strong> stores, handmade jewelry, work from <strong>local artists<\/strong> \u2014 all in one very convenient location. It is also the perfect place to pick up atypical, artsy souvenirs (i.e., something other than an \u2018I Love NY\u2019 t-shirt) for all your friends and relatives. Check out more of the <a title=\"How many of these top shopping spots have you been to?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2013\/09\/16\/top-5-shopping-spots-new-york\/\">best shopping spots in NYC<\/a> on our blog.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Reviews: See what people are saying about Williamsburg<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-17935\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Williamsburg-Brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1-infographic-client-reviews-commute-nightlife.jpg\" alt=\"Infographic of New York Habitat client reviews on Williamsburg\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" \/>\n\t<div>Check out what our clients think about living in Williamsburg <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>What are some of Williamsburg\u2019s former residents saying about the area? Check out these reviews from our clients about the neighborhood to give you a general idea of what you can expect as a future tenant.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for an apartment share in New York City, there seem to be a lot of options on the internet, but the internet is also a hotbed of <a title=\"Learn how to avoid rental scams while searching for an apartment \" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2007\/12\/05\/tips-from-the-pros-how-to-avoid-apartment-rental-scams\/\">fake listings, scams and illegal apartments<\/a>. That\u2019s why it\u2019s always best to use a reputable local agency with licensed agents like <strong>New York Habitat<\/strong> to ensure your apartment choices are legal and vetted for quality. Apartment hunting can be a daunting task. Our agents are <strong>neighborhood specialists<\/strong> who can quickly help you narrow down your search and find what you&#8217;re looking for without wasting valuable time and chasing properties that never reply to you. <a title=\"Browse our roommate share apartments and find a room you love!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/roommate-share\">Head to our website to start your search<\/a> and browse some of our inventory. Submit a request online or call +1(212) 255-8018 if you need assistance with your request, and we\u2019ll connect you with one of our apartment share agents to guide you in your housing search!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the first in our series of blogs on a popular NYC housing option among the millennial crowd of first-time renters, students and new&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[65],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17923"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17923"}],"version-history":[{"count":22,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17923\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19353,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17923\/revisions\/19353"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17923"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17923"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17923"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}