{"id":18596,"date":"2018-06-01T12:50:24","date_gmt":"2018-06-01T16:50:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=18596"},"modified":"2018-11-14T12:27:26","modified_gmt":"2018-11-14T16:27:26","slug":"millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/01\/millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1\/","title":{"rendered":"A Millennial Guide to: Bushwick, Brooklyn (Part 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t21yBgM8-Vw\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>While it may not be as well-known as the famous Williamsburg, <strong>Bushwick<\/strong> is a neighborhood on the rise. As rental prices continue to increase across the city, this northern Brooklyn neighborhood is becoming the new \u201cit\u201d place to live for young professionals and artists. Aside from the recent <strong>millennial<\/strong> wave, Bushwick has traditionally been an immigrant community, particularly for Puerto Ricans and Dominicans. Compromising over half of the area\u2019s population, these residents have given Bushwick an authentic Latin flare. As most <strong>Brooklyn<\/strong> neighborhoods do, <a title=\"See how the locals live in Bushwick, Brooklyn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/02\/22\/live-like-local-bushwick-brooklyn-new-york\/\">Bushwick<\/a> has a wide variety of housing options, from multifamily walk-up buildings with railroad apartments to rows of quintessential New York <strong>brownstones<\/strong>. More recently, the revitalization of the area has brought with it the development of modern, 21st-century condos. No matter the type of accommodation you are looking for, now is the time to consider renting in this up-and-coming neighborhood!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>RENTAL PRICES<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18605\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-rental-prices-room.jpg\" alt=\"Infographic comparison of the prices of rooms and full apartments in Bushwick Brooklyn\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" \/>\n\t<div>See how room rentals and apartment rentals compare in Bushwick, Brooklyn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The benefit of living in a neighborhood on the rise is that you can still <a title=\"Here\u2019s the secret to finding affordable housing in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/30\/brokers-guide-finding-affordable-apartment-nyc\/\">find housing at a more affordable price<\/a> than the elevated rents you find in some of the \u201cit\u201d neighborhoods of the moment, and true New Yorkers know you\u2019re always just a subway ride away from anywhere you want to go in <strong>NYC<\/strong>. If renting a full apartment on your own is still out of your budget or you just want to make the transition to living in New York City a little less shocking, consider renting a room and <strong>sharing an apartment<\/strong> with <strong>roommates<\/strong>. Not only will you have company to come back home to, it also helps you save on living expenses when you can share the bills. As you can see from our infographic above, trying out the sharing economy can be a great way to live in NYC on a budget. Think outside the box, head off the beaten path and you may discover a gem of an apartment in a <strong>neighborhood<\/strong> with its own unique vibe, and make some great new friends along the way!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>THE REVIEWS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18606\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-client-reviews.jpg\" alt=\"Infographic of client reviews about apartments in Bushwick, Brooklyn\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" \/>\n\t<div>See what our clients think about living like a local in Bushwick<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Short-term leases<\/strong> and <strong>apartment shares<\/strong> also allow you to try out a new neighborhood before taking the plunge and deciding if you want to commit to a longer-term lease. If you\u2019ve never heard of Bushwick, the best advice is from people who have lived there. You can find <strong>reviews<\/strong> on our apartments on our website. See what some of our clients who have rented rooms and apartments in Bushwick have to say about the neighborhood and their personal experience staying in this part of Brooklyn!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>BUSHWICK HOTSPOTS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d24200.633529751925!2d-73.93893119090951!3d40.69425352734828!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89c25c11aa458453%3A0x8b29c89949c0c67c!2sBushwick%2C+Brooklyn%2C+NY!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1526316011744\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Considering a move to Bushwick based on the affordable rents and rave reviews? The fun of a new neighborhood is discovering all of the exciting things to do in the area and finding your new favorite hang out spots. Read on to find out some of our favorite places in Bushwick that you\u2019ll want to check out when you move into the neighborhood!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>AP Caf\u00e9<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18600\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-AP-caf\u00e9-coffee-shop.jpg\" alt=\"Image of people sitting at cafes tables with their laptops and coffee\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>AP Caf\u00e9 will be your local coffee and chill spot<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>In the city that never sleeps, coffee isn\u2019t just a drink, it\u2019s a necessity. Moving to a new neighborhood always comes with the task of finding a new <a title=\"Good coffee is so important- here are our favorite places\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2014\/02\/24\/top-10-coffee-shops-new-york\/\">go-to coffee shop<\/a>. Well, look no further than <strong>AP Caf\u00e9<\/strong>. This coffee shop with a minimalist aesthetic has everything you need to start your morning off right. Grab a coffee and a seat and meet your new neighbors. And if you\u2019re looking to embrace your inner millennial, you can opt to start your day with some avocado toast or a quinoa bowl too.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Forrest Point<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18601\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-forrest-point.jpg\" alt=\"Image of people dining outside at wooden tables under a pergola at Forrest Point\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Enjoy dining and drinks al fresco at Forrest Point<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Deciding where to go for <a title=\"Brunch is big with the New York City crowd\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/01\/04\/top-10-brunch-spots-nyc\/\">brunch<\/a> or happy hour is one of life\u2019s tough choices. Fortunately, <strong>Forrest Point<\/strong> is here to make that choice a little bit easier. Their ample and varied menu has something for every palette. Feel like sticking with the basics? Order a fried chicken sandwich that won\u2019t disappoint, or class things up with a delicious kale and artichoke fondue. If you\u2019re looking to get some after-work drinks, then you have also come to the right place. With the <a title=\"Beat the heat this summer in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/07\/11\/cool-ways-beat-heat-summer-nyc\/\">summer heat intensifying<\/a>, a refreshing fros\u00e9 or punch bowl special will have you coming back for more.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Anchored Inn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18602\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-anchored-inn-bar.jpg\" alt=\"Image of people sitting at picnic tables outside the bar Anchored Inn\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Meet up with friends for a drink at neighborhood bar Anchored Inn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Chic rooftops and cocktail bars may be the designated spot to meet up for a lot of New Yorkers, but sometimes all we\u2019re looking for is a low-key place to sit back and enjoy a chill time with friends. This is where <strong>Anchored Inn<\/strong> comes in. This unassuming bar is here to serve up bar essentials at decent prices. Check it out for yourself to see what makes this place a popular pick among Bushwick natives.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Roberta\u2019s<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18603\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-roberta\u2019s-pizza-slice.jpg\" alt=\"Image of graffiti wall art outside Roberta\u2019s Pizza\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>With Roberta\u2019s nearby, a hot slice of NYC pizza can always be found<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>You may have found your spot to get your daily coffee or even have a set list of places for happy hour, but as New Yorkers, we can\u2019t overlook the importance of a <a title=\"The best New York pizza spots\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2014\/09\/22\/top-10-pizza-spots-new-york-city\/\">good pizza spot<\/a>. Sometimes we all crave a good dollar slice after a long night out, but there are times we want more than just a plain cheese. This is why Bushwick has <strong>Roberta\u2019s.<\/strong> With a fa\u00e7ade covered in <strong>street art<\/strong>, it\u2019s hard to miss this establishment as you walk down its quiet street. Pizza choices like &#8220;Beastmaster&#8221; and &#8220;Rob\u2019s Rebellion&#8221; are welcome change in city full of cheese slices.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Beacon\u2019s Closet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"img aligncenter wp-image-18604\">\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Millennial-guide-bushwick-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-beacon\u2019s-closet-vintage-thrift-shopping.jpg\" alt=\"Image of racks of vintage clothing at Beacon\u2019s Closet store\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/>\n\t<div>Shop for vintage treasure among Beacon\u2019s Closet\u2019s many racks<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>When you want to eat, sleep, and breathe fashion, there really is no place like New York. However, maintaining a fashionable closet is definitely not easy on the wallet. That\u2019s why thrifting in New York is a MUST when you want to update your wardrobe but aren\u2019t looking to miss a rent payment. Places like <strong>Beacon\u2019s Closet<\/strong> offer a great selection of <strong>vintage<\/strong> and fashionable items at prices that can meet any budget. There\u2019s an extremely well-curated selection of items and it\u2019s easy to find truly outstanding, one-of-a-kind pieces.<\/p>\n<p>From hip <strong>local eateries<\/strong> to <strong>shopping<\/strong>, there\u2019s something for every type of person in Bushwick. You can explore some other neighborhoods in Brooklyn with our <strong>millennial guides<\/strong> to <a title=\"Check out why we love Williamsburg, Brooklyn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/09\/millennial-guide-williamsburg-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1\/\">Williamsburg<\/a> and <a title=\"Here\u2019s why Bed-Stuy is the place to be for young people\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/06\/millennial-guide-bedford-stuyvesant-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1\/\">Bedford-Stuyvesant<\/a> too, and see which area fits your style best. As <a title=\"Graduate to a new apartment in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/05\/18\/spring-nyc-graduation-season\/\">graduation season<\/a> hits full swing, <strong>new grads<\/strong> and millennials are all about finding housing as they start off on new careers, and deciding which location matches your needs and what budget you can afford is key. Visit our website and take a look at the various <a title=\"Check out all our furnished housing options in NYC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment.html\">types of housing<\/a> we offer or search by budget or location for the perfect <a title=\"Search for a money-saving apartment share \" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/roommate-share\">apartment share<\/a>. And if you\u2019re totally lost on where to begin, our experienced agents are here to help guide you in your search and offer advice to match you with an apartment that you can\u2019t wait to call home!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While it may not be as well-known as the famous Williamsburg, Bushwick is a neighborhood on the rise. 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