Faye Chou

Brooklyn Listings Under $6,300 in August 2025

Brooklyn is a popular borough for renters who seek large units, amenities, and proximity to hot spots across the city. Renters can consider listings in Brooklyn in August 2025 to find neighborhoods with unique communities with units below Manhattan's...

Manhattan Listings under $6,895 in August 2025

Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough increased to $5,100 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan...

Queens Listings Under $3,350 in August 2025

Queens is a popular borough with numerous neighborhoods and an impressive food scene. The borough boasts plenty of communities filled with restaurants and entertainment, with lower rental prices than areas in Manhattan. Renters can find many Queens listings in...

Things to Do in the West Village NYC this Summer

The West Village is one of New York City's most iconic neighborhoods. With a perfect blend of historic charm, contemporary culture, and a laid-back atmosphere, this is a neighborhood that attracts both locals and tourists. With its cobblestone streets,...

Tips for Finding Free Furniture Removal in NYC

New Yorkers produce nearly eight million tons of waste at home and work annually. Part of this figure includes large bulky furniture items such as old couches, tv stands, chairs, and more. Thankfully, in New York City, one man’s...

How long is a block?

Most Americans are familiar with driving or taking public transportation as part of their commute or to get to various destinations. However, that is quite the opposite in New York City. The city's compact and dense layout means that...

What does FRBO Mean?

Many New Yorkers are familiar with terms such as sublet, lease break, no fee, etc. However, there are a plethora of other terms and acronyms that are utilized in real estate. For example, the acronym, FRBO. You may be...

How to Forward Mail

You’ve spent weeks searching for your new home and are finally ready to move in. It’s easy to focus on the most apparent tasks, such as packing, hiring movers, cleaning, etc. However, there’s one more crucial task you can’t...

What is the Tallest Building in New York City?

As with other highly populated cities, New York City is home to many buildings for both residential and commercial use. Over time, the city has updated its building codes and developers have built taller and taller building structures to...

What are lofts?

Lofts have grown in popularity over the decades in major cities across the United States. They are known for their unique designs and associated with open and spacious layouts, large windows, and high soaring ceilings. Renters who desire something...

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...