{"id":18276,"date":"2018-02-27T11:25:58","date_gmt":"2018-02-27T15:25:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=18276"},"modified":"2018-11-27T15:46:21","modified_gmt":"2018-11-27T19:46:21","slug":"millennial-guide-upper-west-side-manhattan-apartment-roommates-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2018\/02\/27\/millennial-guide-upper-west-side-manhattan-apartment-roommates-part-1\/","title":{"rendered":"A Millennial Guide to: Upper West Side, Manhattan (Part 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Discover what makes the Upper West Side a great neighborhood to call home (Photo Credit: Sarah Ackerman)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

There are many reasons why the Upper West Side is such an incredibly popular neighborhood. Maybe it\u2019s the classic brownstones or the proximity to Central Park that\u2019s alluring. Or, maybe it’s the fact that it\u2019s basically the backdrop of dozens of TV shows and movies<\/a>. The convenience of everything this neighborhood provides is what makes it the backyard of many celebs. Who wouldn\u2019t want Tina Fey or Al Pacino as a neighbor? While this all sounds very glamorous, you may think this makes the UWS side inaccessible to those without a celebrity salary. While there are certainly million-dollar homes, an apartment share (i.e. renting out a room from an apartment owner) can make this dream life accessible to people with a more limited budget<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Rental prices: What you can expect
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Compare room vs apartment prices on the Upper West Side<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

We all wish we could live in a beautiful, luxury apartment, perfectly located near our university or work, but sometimes our finances can hamper these dreams of opulence. Knowing what areas of New York you can afford<\/a> is an important step in finding an apartment that fits your needs. It’s important to note that apartment shares can help curtail some of the cost associated with renting.<\/p>\n

New York Habitat has a wide inventory of both full apartments and rooms for rent<\/a>, and all of our accommodations are already furnished, saving you the hassle and the cost of having to set up and furnish a new apartment in NYC. Our accommodations are move-in ready, which means they are already equipped with many of the basics you will need such as furniture, dishware, cookware, linens and towels. Utilities are also usually set up already, so you don\u2019t need to bother opening new accounts, and the utilities are either included in the rent or billed separately, depending on the listing.<\/p>\n

In addition to saving money on apartment setup costs, you also have the option of not taking on a full apartment lease by sharing an apartment and renting a furnished room from a host instead. This option allows you to check out an area and see if it\u2019s a good fit for you before committing to a longer lease. Most of our apartment share rentals accept stays of 30 days or longer. Shared apartments help cut down on rent and utility costs, which are split among the occupants. They also provide those new to apartment living an easier transition into the NYC lifestyle, having one or more roommates with whom to socialize and who can acquaint you with New York City. For a little help deciding what type of apartment or neighborhood would match your lifestyle, check out our blog on the topic to get started<\/a>!<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve decided the Upper West Side<\/a> is where you want to be, see how living on the UWS will affect your wallet. The infographic above will break it down for you.<\/p>\n

Reviews: See what people are saying about the Upper West Side
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See what our clients are saying about living on the Upper West Side <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

A good way to get an idea of what it\u2019s like to live in a certain neighborhood, especially if you are coming from out of town or abroad<\/a> and can\u2019t visit ahead of time, is to hear what past and present residents have to say. So what are some of the Upper West Side’s former residents saying about the area? Above, we break down our clients\u2019 feelings about the neighborhood to give you a general idea of what you can expect as a future tenant.<\/p>\n

Upper West Side hotspots
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