{"id":18023,"date":"2017-10-30T13:53:58","date_gmt":"2017-10-30T17:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=18023"},"modified":"2018-12-12T16:12:05","modified_gmt":"2018-12-12T20:12:05","slug":"millennial-guide-harlem-manhattan-apartment-roommate-part-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/30\/millennial-guide-harlem-manhattan-apartment-roommate-part-2\/","title":{"rendered":"A Millennial Guide to: Harlem, Manhattan (Part 2)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18030\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Harlem-Manhattan-apartment-roommate-part-2-NY-16163-bedroom.jpg\" alt=\"Image of bedroom for rent in apartment NY-16163 with queen size bed, large window and dresser\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Rent a room in this spacious Harlem apartment share and enjoy the outdoors with Jackie Robinson Park right next door!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>An <strong>apartment share<\/strong> is a great way to share the costs of living in NYC with one or more roommates, plus it lets you live with a <strong>local<\/strong>, which helps smooth the transition of moving to a new city. It also means you will be sharing the apartment and common spaces with your <strong>roommate(s)<\/strong>, so it\u2019s important to find the right \u201cfit.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/13KL2gqVMBM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>At<strong> New York Habitat<\/strong>, our agents always strive to match you with the perfect roommate and apartment. Through our tailor-made service, our agents assess your needs and strive to offer the most compatible living options for you. You can also read our <a title=\"There\u2019s a perfect apartment for everyone, here\u2019s how to find yours!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/15\/find-new-york-apartment-matches-personality\/\">blog on finding an apartment to match your interests<\/a> to help you better target your apartment search. In each of the blogs in our series on apartment shares, we will provide a tip from our agents on finding an apartment share that works for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>New York Habitat Agent Tip for finding a compatible apartment share:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Understand the apartment&#8217;s guest policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are sharing an apartment with other people, it\u2019s important to respect each other\u2019s space and privacy. This includes bringing visitors into the apartment. Remember that the owner or tenant from whom you are renting a room is not legally obligated to allow you to have guests over, so it is important to understand the guest policy in advance. Roommates can have very different habits and expectations in this regard, so communication is key. Most hosts will try to be accommodating if the frequency or duration of guests isn\u2019t overbearing, while others have a strict &#8220;no overnight guests&#8221; policy. Agreeing to these terms in advance avoids awkward situations and disputes. Ask whether visitors are allowed at the apartment. Are overnight guests okay? Is there a limit to how often you can have an overnight guest or for how long? Do you need to notify the other roommates in advance? After all, you are sharing a living space and each roommate is entitled to feel comfortable in their home, so be clear about the guest policy from the start for a harmonious co-habitation!<\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18029\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Harlem-Manhattan-apartment-roommate-part-2-local-share-host.jpg\" alt=\"Image of local host Jennifer, who rents out a room in her 2 bedroom Harlem apartment.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Share an apartment with Jennifer - a native New Yorker who has plenty of knowledge about NYC to share!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Speaking of <strong>roommates<\/strong>, you\u2019ll certainly want to know the person with whom you will be sharing an apartment, which is why it\u2019s important to get to know a bit about your potential roommate(s) to ensure the right match. We can put you in touch for a phone or face-to-face informal meeting with your potential roommate if you request it.<\/p>\n<p>Our featured apartment in this blog is a two-bedroom apartment share in <a title=\"Not familiar with Harlem? We\u2019ll get you acquainted!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2015\/02\/16\/live-like-local-central-harlem-manhattan-new-york\/\">Harlem, Manhattan<\/a> with Jennifer, one of our friendly New York Habitat hosts! You can get to know more about Jennifer and her <strong>Harlem<\/strong> apartment share in our interview and apartment profile below.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>1. Can you describe yourself in a few sentences?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>I\u2019m a busy mom of a five-year-old. I\u2019m a native New Yorker; I was born and raised in Brooklyn. I moved to Harlem about 7 years ago.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>2. What words best describe the neighborhood?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>It has changed a lot. When I moved here 7 years ago, the people that lived here way longer than I did told me how much things have changed. It\u2019s part of the redevelopment that\u2019s happening across the whole city. My building is like a little microcosm of the big city. It&#8217;s family-oriented; it\u2019s a lot of young people. Everyone is here. It\u2019s very diverse.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>3. What\u2019s the general atmosphere?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Community. It\u2019s very community-oriented. People watch out for each other.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>4. What do you love most about Harlem?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>The history. <strong>Jazz<\/strong>. I go to all the different <strong>open mics<\/strong> in Harlem.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>5. What\u2019s the one place that you love to go to in Harlem?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>I like going to <strong>Red Rooster<\/strong> for the social scene. It\u2019s definitely the place for good music and dancing.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>(You can find more of our recommended spots for great food and entertainment in Harlem in <a title=\"See part 1 of our blog for an introduction to Harlem and some of our favorite local spots to discover!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/23\/millennial-guide-harlem-manhattan-apartment-roommates-part-1\/\">part 1 of our Millennial Guide to Harlem<\/a>.)<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>6. How did you end up living in Harlem?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>The reason why I got here was because I had the opportunity to buy a co-op. It was affordable, and I think this is one of the last affordable <strong>co-op buildings<\/strong> in Harlem, so I was feeling really blessed to be able to jump on this opportunity. Every time I tell someone that I moved from Brooklyn to Manhattan they say to me, \u201cYou\u2019re doing the reverse, most people are moving from Manhattan to Brooklyn.&#8221; But I\u2019m glad I made the trek.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>7. What are some of the highlights about your apartment (i.e., it\u2019s close to a metro or grocery store, surrounded by great restaurants, near a park, etc.)?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>I love the fact that I have a <strong>washer\/dryer<\/strong> and a <strong>dishwasher<\/strong> inside the apartment; I love the nooks and crannies, the galley kitchen. It\u2019s small, so I might be outgrowing it, but it\u2019s cozy.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>8. What do you enjoy most about sharing your home?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>I enjoy just making sure that the person is feeling comfortable. I enjoy telling them about all the different places to go, especially if they are new to New York. I enjoy seeing the excitement when they say, \u201cOh, I got to go here and there!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>9. Why should a potential renter pick Harlem over other neighborhoods?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>It\u2019s in the city, but I feel like Harlem has a lot of history, and the amenities are here. A lot of parts of Harlem are changing.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>10. Favorite street to stroll in the area?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>I like going to an area called <strong>Sugar Hill<\/strong>. I love looking at the <strong>brownstones<\/strong>. I like driving through 139th St., between Frederick Douglass and Adam Clayton. It\u2019s a whole bunch of <strong>townhouses<\/strong>, but it\u2019s really nice; it makes me feel like I\u2019m not in the city. I love walking by the water down by <strong>Riverside Park<\/strong>. I love that area.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18031\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Millennial-guide-Harlem-Manhattan-apartment-roommate-part-2-NY-16163-living-room.jpg\" alt=\"Image of living room of NY-16163 with white leather sectional sofa and African art on the walls\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>This modern Harlem apartment share has a 24-hour doorman and an on-site gym!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Jennifer\u2019s <a title=\"This Harlem apartment share has A-list amenities including on-site gym and in-unit laundry\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/roommate-share\/16163\">2-bedroom\/1 bath apartment is located in Harlem<\/a> near West 148th Street and Bradhurst Avenue in a modern elevator building with the safety and convenience of a <strong>24-hour doorman<\/strong>! The property is close to <strong>Jackie Robinson Park<\/strong>, so you\u2019ll be able to enjoy the <strong>fall foliage<\/strong> right nearby. Also, if you\u2019re into sports, you\u2019ll have the option of taking your workout to the park or the super-convenient <strong>residential gym<\/strong> right in the building! The spacious shared apartment has parquet floors throughout and its walls are decorated with African-inspired artwork. A white leather sectional sofa provides a comfortable place to lounge in the living room by the flat-screen television, and an upright <strong>piano<\/strong> is available for the musically-inclined to use! The room for rent has <strong>parquet floors<\/strong> and a window facing east for natural sunlight, along with a cozy queen-sized bed, a dresser with mirror, a night table, and your own cable TV. There\u2019s also plenty of closet space for your belongings. Amenities in this apartment include a laundry <strong>washer\/dryer<\/strong> right in the unit and a fully-equipped kitchen with <strong>dishwasher<\/strong> where you can prepare meals. Enjoy them at the dining table for four or the table and bar stools in the eat-in kitchen for a casual snack spot.<\/p>\n<p>Harlem is a great option for students, since <strong>Columbia University<\/strong> and <strong>City College<\/strong> are nearby, allowing an easy commute to school. For other apartments convenient for students, check out our <a title=\"Students will love these apartments close to school\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/04\/11\/10-new-york-city-apartments-near-universities\/\">blog on apartments near NYC universities<\/a>. Harlem is also an affordable option for students and <a title=\"Tips for finding an affordable apartment in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/30\/brokers-guide-finding-affordable-apartment-nyc\/\">those on a budget<\/a> if you want to keep your home base within Manhattan without the sky-high rent. Retreat to nature among the 13 acres of Jackie Robinson Park, where you\u2019ll find a recreation center, baseball fields, volleyball courts and even an <strong>outdoor pool<\/strong>! Fall is upon us and it\u2019s the best time of year to enjoy the outdoors in NYC. If you need some <a title=\"All the best things about autumn are in this blog\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/09\/06\/best-things-nyc-autumn\/\">ideas on the best ways to enjoy the fall in the city, visit our blog<\/a> for inspiration!<\/p>\n<p>For a bit of history (and there\u2019s plenty of that in Harlem), stop by the <strong>Morris-Jumel Mansion<\/strong>. This historic site is the oldest house in Manhattan and served as a headquarters during the <strong>American Revolution<\/strong>! Harlem has always been an epicenter of music, so there\u2019s never a shortage of local talent on display. Head out to some of the neighborhood music venues like <strong>Harlem Nights<\/strong>, <strong>Shrine World Music Venue<\/strong> and <strong>Red Rooster<\/strong> to catch the latest live music acts, some of whom may be your neighbors! Don\u2019t miss out on the thriving local <strong>food scene<\/strong> while you\u2019re out. Visit <strong>world-renowned eateries<\/strong> like <strong>Sylvia\u2019s<\/strong> that specialize in the <a title=\"When the weather gets chilly, warm yourself with some soul food!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2011\/01\/12\/winters-chill-soul-food-comfort-food-new-york\/\">famous soul food of this area<\/a>. Then, head east and <a title=\"How much do you know about East Harlem?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2010\/12\/14\/east-harlem-new-york-video-tour\/\">discover all that East Harlem has to offer<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to New York City, <a title=\"Top ten sights to see when you\u2019re in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2015\/07\/13\/top-10-must-see-sites-new-york-city\/\">don&#8217;t miss our top 10 must-see sights in NYC<\/a>! You can also see our full inventory of <a title=\"Which apartment share is calling to you? Browse our inventory and see\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/roommate-share\">other apartment share options on our website<\/a>. 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>An apartment share is a great way to share the costs of living in NYC with one or more roommates, plus it lets you live&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[63],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18023"}],"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=18023"}],"version-history":[{"count":19,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18023\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19351,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18023\/revisions\/19351"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18023"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18023"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18023"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}