Faye Chou

What can $1,800 get you on the Upper East Side right now?

Finding an apartment is tough. Finding an apartment you can actually afford is even harder. That is why we, here at RentHop wants to give a little insight on what’s on the market right now, in different price ranges. If...

Negotiating Tactics for a Better Lease The Second Time Around

Finding the perfect New York City apartment is like winning the lottery. With how many bad landlords, bad neighbors, and bad units are out there, it is always a big relief to find somewhere that you love to live....

What can $2,500 in Bushwick get you right now?

Finding an apartment is tough. Finding an apartment you can actually afford is even harder. That is why we, here at RentHop wants to give a little insight on what’s on the market right now, in different price ranges. Bushwick,...

Is now a good time to rent?

Everyone knows that finding an apartment during the summer is the worst. Why? Because you and thousands of other people who just graduated or are moving to commute to work choose to move during the summer. That’s just how...

What can $3,000 in New York City get you right now?

Finding an apartment is tough. Finding an apartment you can actually afford is even harder. That is why we, here at RentHop wants to give a little insight on what’s on the market right now, in different price ranges. New...

Moving apartments? What are the do’s and dont’s?

Moving to a new apartment in New York City is an exciting process. However, moving can also be one of the most painstaking and annoying things to do. Between packing up everything you own, transporting it, and unpacking it...

Why Spending More than 30% of Your Income on Rent is a Bad Idea

Unless you find a low-priced apartment gem, your largest monthly expense is most likely rent. Depending on where you live, you could be spending from a few hundred to a few thousand on rent monthly. However, it is typically...

Net Effective Rent: What it Means and How to Calculate

When you are searching for a new apartment to rent, there are many things you will consider before signing the lease. Location, amenities, the building’s age, and additional factors help us decide whether to rent an apartment or keep...

What’s the difference between a lease break and sublet?

You’ve signed a New York City lease with your landlord but prior to the end of the lease, you need to move. What do you do!? This is when the important topic of a lease break and sublet come...

Is the High Rent in a Trendy NYC Neighborhood Worth It?

New York City is a popular place for a reason, and it attracts millions of people. Whether you are a fan of sports, culture, music, entertainment, food, or anything else under the sun, New York City has something for...

About Me

Faye is the Managing Director of the RentHop Operations team. In her 10 years at RentHop, Faye has written numerous articles on a variety of real estate topics. If you're interested in learning more about the current state of the rental housing market or want Faye's best tips for your apartment search then check out more of her articles.

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Best Manhattan listings in July of 2026 under $5,495

Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. Summer is here and median prices for an apartment in the borough has...