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REVIEWS AND ADVICE FROM CURRENT STUDENTS FORDHAM SCHOOL OF LAW HOUSING GUIDE 2022 HOUSING DATA TOP PROPERTIES NEIGHBORHOODS EXPLAINED LANDLORD INFO APARTMENT RATINGS RENTER RESOURCES Intelligent Apartment Search
TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING THE MOST OUT OF THE GUIDE Start with the Housing Facts section. This section should help you determine the type of apartment you'd 5 HOUSING FACTS like to live in and how much you should expect to pay Our data on housing in rent. Read about different neighborhoods and narrow down your search to parts of the city that you like most. 7 ABOUT VERYAPT Using the VeryApt site alongside this Use the Apartment Ratings section to identify the guide best apartment buildings across the categories (e.g. best amenities, highest rated) that matter most to you. 9 NEIGHBORHOODS OVERVIEW Most popular neighborhoods for Visit VeryApt.com to read reviews, get pricing, and set Fordham Law students up appointments for the apartments you like most. 11 Upper West Side 13 Hell's Kitchen 14 Midtown ABOUT THE DATA IN THIS GUIDE 15 Upper East Side All of the data in this guide are based on feedback from real renters in New York City. We asked students to rate their apartments on a scale of 1-10 across six categories: 16 DATA TABLE Compiled from Fordham Law student reviews 18 APARTMENT RATINGS Top apartments, based on the feedback of Fordham Law students Overall Value Management 18 Most Popular 19 Highest Rated 20 Best for Amenities 21 Best for Value 23 LANDLORDS Amenities Location Safety Ratings for landlords and management companies Based on their feedback, we compiled a list of the best apartment buildings for Fordham Law students. If you are interested in additional data that is not in the guide or have a housing question, you can reach us at contact@veryapt.com. DISCLAIMER: The reviews and ratings presented throughout the guide and the VeryApt website do not reflect the opinions, position, or endorsement of VeryApt. The responses and reviews presented are solely those of the survey respondents. VeryApt assumes no responsibility for readers' or users' interpretation of the data. The results do not in any way constitute a warranty or representation by VeryApt as to the quality, safety, or other features of a property. We encourage you to check all available sources of information about properties prior to renting.
Where Fordham Law students Who Fordham Law students live live with 45% Upper West Side 35% Alone 25% Hell's Kitchen 30% Spouse/partner 15% Midtown 35% Roommate 10% Upper East Side (excluding spouse/ 5% Other partner) 32% of Fordham Law students live with pets What type of properties What size residences Fordham Fordham Law students live in Law students live in 50% Large property (50+ 25% Studios or efficiences units) 40% One bedrooms 25% Mid-size property (20-49 units) 25% Two bedrooms 25% Small property (2-9 10% Three or more units) bedrooms Distribution of property ratings Average rent by apartment size $2,250 STUDIO $2,550 1BR $3,200 2BR 30% 15% 20% 35% $4,400 3BR 0 - 6.9 7 - 7.9 8 - 8.9 9+ Rent versus own Commute methods 95% Rent 5% Own 50% 40% 5% 5% Walking Public Biking Driving Transit 5
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NEW YORK NEIGHBORHOODS EXPLAINED An overview of the most popular neighborhoods for Fordham Law students 1 Upper West Side 2 Hell's Kitchen/ Midtown West Other Neighborhoods 45% of Fordham Law students 25% of Fordham Law students less than 5% each The neighborhood with the most This area offers a vibrant nightlife and Fordham Law students, Upper West Side somewhat simple commute to campus. 5 Greenpoint offers easy access to all other parts of Surrounded by great restaurants and rich the city and some of the nicest living in culture, you'll never experience a dull accommodations. Many students are moment in this part of the city. 6 Financial District willing to pay extra to live here because of the proximity to campus. 7 Astoria 3 Midtown 4 Upper East Side 15% of Fordham Law students 10% of Fordham Law students Midtown is the central portion of the Upper East Side boasts luxury apartment island of Manhattan. Within Midtown options, world-class shopping, and are many smaller neighborhoods, plenty of cultural attractions. Rent tends including Hell's Kitchen, Chelsea, and to be more expensive here. Murray Hill. The area contains many of New York's prime tourist attractions, such as the Empire State Building, Times Square, and the Rockefeller Center. 9
Upper West Side An Intellectual and Cultural Green Space ABOUT UPPER WEST SIDE This expensive neighborhood is home to mostly brownstones and upscale high-rises. Upper West Side is a relaxing escape from central Manhattan, but the rest of the island is still easily accessible. If you are looking for a more peaceful place to live with plenty of greenery and open public spaces, then Upper West Side is the place to be. Farmers Markets Restaurants and Bars Central Park Stores MEDIAN RENTS IN UPPER WEST SIDE $3,000 $3,900 $6,100 Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom WHAT RESIDENTS THINK ABOUT UPPER WEST SIDE Review by Fordham Law Student BRETTON HALL Review by Fordham Law Student WEST PIERRE I love the Upper West Side, it's my favorite space in There are so many restaurants near by and the express New York. It has the benefits of the City that Never subway so when you want to go downtown it’s a short Sleeps but can also be very quiet and residential. There trip. There are also lots of clothing stores and it’s just are great restaurants, bars, shops, public services... closest to school that you can walk and it’s easy, but just There are two major parks on either end (Central and far enough away that you do not feel like you are always Riverside) and you can access the 1,2,3, B and C trains. there. The UWS and UES also happen to be where a good chunk of Manhattan's medical practice is, so there are 11
Hell's Kitchen The Best Entertainment and Convenience Value ABOUT HELL'S KITCHEN Hell's Kitchen offers more affordable walkups and newer luxury high-rises, making it popular with renters. Its welcoming environment has a little bit of everything, from cheap food and drink to expensive culinary creations. This area is close to many tourist destinations and classic NYC landmarks like Broadway, Times Square, and Central Park. Convenient Location Restaurants and Bars Authentic NYC Feel MEDIAN RENTS IN HELL'S KITCHEN $2,950 $3,700 $5,600 Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom WHAT RESIDENTS THINK ABOUT HELL'S KITCHEN Review by Fordham Law Student 420 W 42ND ST Review by Fordham Law Student 420 W 42 Plenty of restaurants and bars in the area so the streets I like that Hell's Kitchen always has activity going on, always have people on them. Can be on the loud side, and is a decent mixture of commercial and residential. If but overall great location. I didn't go to Fordham, I probably wouldn't choose to live here, but relative to the other choices that are walking-distance to campus (Upper West Side + Central Park South), I prefer Hell's Kitchen. 13
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Midtown Embrace the Hustle and Bustle ABOUT MIDTOWN If you want to be in the center of New York City and all its skyscraper glory, Midtown is the place to live. Renters enjoy the hustle and bustle of the business district and its vibrant cultural scene. Here, Fordham Law students enjoy an authentic Manhattan experience in the thick of it. Hustle Time Square Nightlife Commute to Campus Big-City Living MEDIAN RENTS IN MIDTOWN $3,250 $3,900 $5,450 Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom WHAT RESIDENTS THINK ABOUT MIDTOWN Review by Fordham Law Student HUDSONVIEW Review by Fordham Law Student HERALD TOWERS vibrant + young. close to all amenities. might be a little Depends on whether you like midtown - I enjoy being more expensive than other areas of NYC b/c it is in near Bryant Park, theater district, Madison Square Park, midtown. etc. There's four major subway lines that are a 1-5 min walk so it's super easy to get anywhere in the city. 15 min commute to school 14
Upper East Side Fashionable, Fancy, and Family-Friendly ABOUT UPPER EAST SIDE The Upper East Side isn't all posh real estate, designer boutiques, and prep schools anymore. A younger, more affordable lifestyle is now mixed in with its New York sophistication. A lot of families settle down here, so the area is extremely safe and secure. While there is not a whole lot of hip nightlife, Upper East Side is home to many parks, quiet, tree-lined streets for running, and Museum Mile along 5th Avenue for the cultural folks. Parks Clean Fashionable MEDIAN RENTS IN UPPER EAST SIDE $3,100 $3,800 $5,900 Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom WHAT RESIDENTS THINK ABOUT UPPER EAST SIDE Review by Fordham Law Student 238 E 89TH ST. Review by Fordham Law Student 301 E 60TH I love the UES. It’s a little quiet but with the Q it’s easy to Experience varies from street to street. Can be very loud get to and from campus. Nice restaurant and good value and congested. My apartment is technically just across for money in terms of rent. the border to the UES, but you really need to be above 75th or between 5th and Lexington to get that calm UES feel. 15
APARTMENT KEY Excellent for a category RATINGS •••• $$$$ $3960+ per renter ••• Great $$$ $3540- $3959 •• Average $$ $3180- $3539 • Below average $ < $3180 * Prices subject to change and may vary significantly by room type s ilie e lar nt yp ts Fam ge me pu Pe yT s an itie Po ge for for er t R g y en l na lue cia st tin fet ce p st st Am Mo Ma Pro Pri Va Ra Be Be So Sa 10 Hanover Square Apt 6.0 $$$ •• •• • ••• •• 101 West End Apt 9.7 $$$ ••• •• • •• ••• 19 West 69th Street Apt 6.0 $ • • •••• • •• 242 West 61st St Apt 8.0 $$$ •••• •• •• • •• 247 West 63 St Apt 6.0 $ • • • •• •• 420 East 80th Street Apt 6.0 $$ •• • •• ••• ••• Carnegie Mews Apt 8.9 $$ ••• •• •••• ••• •••• Herald Towers Apt 8.1 $$$$ •• •••• ••• •••• •• Jersey City URBY Apt 9.9 $ •••• ••• •••• •••• •••• Longacre House Apt 9.5 $$$$ ••• ••• •• •••• •• Mercedes House Apt 8.4 $$$ ••• •••• •••• ••• ••• One Columbus Place Apt 8.8 $ • ••• •• •• •••• South Park Tower Apt 8.2 $$$$ •• ••• •••• • •• The Max Apt 9.8 $$ •••• •••• ••• •• •••• Vantage Apt 9.6 $$ •••• •••• •••• •••• ••• ** Buildings with fewer than 3 reviews or ratings below 7.0 are not listed in this guide but reviews can be found online at VeryApt.com. *** Some buildings with fewer than 3 reviews are included above because of high ratings but do not appear in the top 10 lists. 16
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MOST 1 st 10 HANOVER SQUARE Financial District $$$ 11+ PEOPLE POPULAR Buildings with the most Fordham Law students READ MORE REVIEWS AT VERYAPT.COM Review by Fordham Law Student What students typically look for: “Good bang for your buck, but a lot of issues with neighbors and subpar building mgmt.” Excellent location 2 nd 19 WEST 69TH STREET $ 8+ Reasonably-priced Upper West Side PEOPLE apartments Solid amenities Review by Fordham Law Student “It's close to school, the subways, and central park which is great. My rent is also very good. However, the building had a bed bugs problem for nearly six months and my apartment was infested for some time. The management was difficult and many tenants moved out.” 3 rd 247 WEST 63 ST $ 6+ PEOPLE Upper West Side Studio 1 BR 2 BR 3 BR $2,350 $2,500 $3,200 $4,600 TOP 5 Review by Fordham Law Student “the management is really bad and there is a bit of a roach 1st 10 HANOVER SQUARE 11+ PEOPLE problem - but the location is so good for the price for 1L year. Living close to fordham is super nice” 2nd 19 WEST 69TH STREET 8+ PEOPLE 3rd 247 WEST 63 ST 6+ PEOPLE 4th 420 EAST 80TH STREET 4+ PEOPLE 5th CARNEGIE MEWS 3+ PEOPLE 18
HIGHEST 1 st JERSEY CITY URBY Downtown Jersey City $ 9.9 OVERALL RATED RATING Buildings with the best overall ratings READ MORE REVIEWS AT VERYAPT.COM Review by Fordham Law Student What the highest-rated properties typically offer: “This place is definitely the most amazing place for the price. The gym is top tier, they always have amazing events and food available as well as happy hour socials and you have a 24 hour doorman and package room along with a pool and amazing courtyard area filled with outdoor activities like foosball and a High-end amenities garden. There’s also a dog park within the property so you don’t have to leave the gate to walk your dog” Close proximity to work/ school Nearby stores/grocery 2 nd THE MAX $$ 9.8 OVERALL Excellent management Midtown RATING Review by Fordham Law Student “This is a great building- it is close to school (about a 10 minute walk), there are a ton of amenities including a great gym, and the front desk and management quickly responds to any requests or concerns. I lived here my first 2 years of law school with another law student and it was great!” Studio 1 BR 2 BR 3 BR 3 rd 101 WEST END $$$ 9.7 $2,550 $2,700 $3,400 $4,800 Upper West Side, 101 West End Ave OVERALL RATING TOP 5 1st JERSEY CITY URBY 9.9 OVERALL RATING Review by Fordham Law Student 2nd THE MAX 9.8 OVERALL RATING “I was able to negotiate a good deal with the rent because of COVID which is the only reason I'm living here. It is very close to Fordham which would be good if there was anything 3rd 101 WEST END 9.7 OVERALL RATING happening in the building. The rooftop was just renovated but has yet to be opened. Management is good in that they have waived amenity fees for the time being due to the pandemic.” 4th VANTAGE 9.6 OVERALL RATING 5th LONGACRE HOUSE 9.5 OVERALL RATING 19
BEST FOR 1 st HERALD TOWERS Midtown, 50 W 34th St $$$$ 9.9 AMENITY AMENITIES RATING Highest-rated properties for amenities READ MORE REVIEWS AT VERYAPT.COM Review by Fordham Law Student What top amenity properties typically offer: “I love this building - great transportation, there's a brand new lounge w/ rooftop deck. The management is very attentive, any problems I've had were fixed immediately. High ceilings, friendly doormen, gym...” Great common spaces Convenient location 2 nd MERCEDES HOUSE $$$ 9.7 Excellent management Hell's Kitchen AMENITY RATING Newer construction Review by Fordham Law Student “Great for someone with a busy schedule. Less than 10 min walk to campus and building has a market downstairs.” 3 rd THE MAX $$ 9.5 AMENITY Midtown RATING Studio 1 BR 2 BR 3 BR $2,750 $2,900 $3,800 $5,000 TOP 5 Review by Fordham Law Student “This is a great building- it is close to school (about a 10 minute walk), there are a ton of amenities including a great gym, and the 1st HERALD TOWERS 9.9 AMENITY RATING front desk and management quickly responds to any requests or concerns. I lived here my first 2 years of law school with another law student and it was great!” 2nd MERCEDES HOUSE 9.7 AMENITY RATING 3rd THE MAX 9.5 AMENITY RATING 4th VANTAGE 9.3 AMENITY RATING 5th ONE COLUMBUS PLACE 9.1 AMENITY RATING 20
BEST FOR 1 st JERSEY CITY URBY Downtown Jersey City $ 9.9 VALUE VALUE RATING Highest-rated properties for value READ MORE REVIEWS AT VERYAPT.COM Review by Fordham Law Student What top value properties typically offer: “This place is definitely the most amazing place for the price. The gym is top tier, they always have amazing events and food available as well as happy hour socials and you have a 24 hour doorman and package room along with a pool and amazing courtyard area filled with outdoor activities like foosball and a Great price-to-space trade garden. There’s also a dog park within the property so you don’t off have to leave the gate to walk your dog” Good location Solid amenities and basic 2 nd 19 WEST 69TH STREET $ 9.5 features Upper West Side, 19 W 69th St VALUE RATING Review by Fordham Law Student “It's close to school, the subways, and central park which is great. My rent is also very good. However, the building had a bed bugs problem for nearly six months and my apartment was infested for some time. The management was difficult and many tenants moved out.” Studio 1 BR 2 BR 3 BR 3 rd CARNEGIE MEWS $$ 9.3 $2,150 $2,300 $3,000 $4,400 Midtown VALUE RATING TOP 5 1st JERSEY CITY URBY 9.9 VALUE RATING Review by Fordham Law Student 2nd 19 WEST 69TH STREET 9.5 VALUE RATING “I love this apartment. For Manhattan, it's HUGE and has plenty of closet space. It's a doorman building and the staff is very friendly. The kitchen is a galley, not open, but is bright (window 3rd CARNEGIE MEWS 9.3 VALUE RATING and light) and has tons of cabinet space. The trade-offs are no in- unit laundry (there's a large laundry room in the basement), no outdoor space, and no gym. " 4th VANTAGE 9.2 VALUE RATING 4th SOUTH PARK TOWER 9.2 VALUE RATING 21
Brownstones Smaller properties and how to find them ABOUT BROWNSTONES Brownstones are apartments in older buildings, typically a few stories tall. They Finding a brownstone usually do not have a doorman, an elevator, Brownstones can be challenging to find because they tend to be or many amenities, but can be cheaper and individually owned and do not have full time leasing managers. more spacious than the apartment and Brownstone listings are typically available ~60 days in advance. condo units in high-rises. You can find a brownstone by searching online listings, contacting WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER A BROWNSTONE a landlord directly, or by working with VeryApt's Concierge Team who can help identify some options. CHEAPER LARGER FLOOR PLANS 3+ BEDROOMS AVAILABLE MORE PRIVACY Preparing for a brownstone search Most Fordham Law students opt for larger properties in order to WHY YOU MAY WANT TO AVOID A BROWNSTONE live closer to other students and simplify the housing search. That said, there are plenty of wonderful brownstones - be prepared to NO DOORMAN LESS CONVENIENT LOCATIONS visit more properties to find that perfect home, carefully examine OLDER CONSTRUCTION LIMITED AMENITIES the pros/cons, and move quickly if you find a unit you love. MORE MAINTENANCE ISSUES TIPS AND ADVICE Reliable Landlords Noise and Neighbors Lease Terms Check online reviews and talk to Sounds often travel well through Leases with independent landlords previous tenants to find out about brownstones and you can easily be are negotiable. Check your lease for your landlord. Look for one that disturbed by barking dogs, music, or restrictions on sub-letters and visitor responds quickly to maintenance construction. Check out the policies. You may be able to avoid a requests and has a history of surrounding area to get a sense for rent increase by locking in a longer returning deposits. what it may be like. lease.
LANDLORD GRADES and the Renting Process GRADE LANDLORD Understanding THE RENTING PROCESS A+ Algin Management If this is your first time renting, here is a heads up on what the process is like: A+ Bozzuto Management Application process You will be asked to fill out an application for an apartment. Likely this will include an application fee ($30-50) and potentially a deposit (up to one A+ CompassRock month’s rent). If you’re an international student, you may have to provide alternate information - in the absence of a social security number, bank accounts, etc., often landlords will accept your visa documents A- Equity Residential and acceptance letter. Landlords will use your information to approve you based only on your credit history and income. In the event where there are issues, a landlord may grant the application on the B+ Fordham University Housing condition that a guarantor cosigns the lease. After you're approved A+ Rose Associates A landlord will often ask for a security deposit and prepaid rent. A landlord typically charges up to two months' rent as a security deposit and will ask for up to two months in prepaid rent. Anything beyond this A+ TF Cornerstone Inc. is more than normal. At the end of your lease and after you give proper notification that you are moving out (typically 60-90 days), the landlord has 30 days to return the security deposit at the end of B The Related Companies the lease. The landlord may not return the deposit in full if there are claimed damages to the property or other charges outstanding. A+ Two Trees Management Co. LLC What to look out for Check for additional charges or obligations that could cost you more than the listed price of a property. This could include move-in/move-out fees, renters A+ URBY insurance requirements, condo fees, common electrical fees, etc. Definitely ask about what previous electrical/utility bills have been to get a feel for any additional monthly costs there may be. Be sure to research the landlord and management company Landlord Grades before placing any sort of deposit. If you have any Grades were assigned to landlords by using a specific questions, feel free to reach out to us at combination of management ratings and overall contact@veryapt.com. ratings for the properties they manage. 23
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