Real Estate Agents in NYC
Finding an apartment in NYC often involves brokers, but not all work in your interest. Tenant-focused agents help you find listings, negotiate lease terms, and navigate applications. Understanding the difference between landlord's brokers and tenant's agents can save you money.
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Local options that serve you
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Typical timing
Broker fees typically 1 month rent or 12-15% annual; many no-fee options
Typical cost range
Quick facts about real estate agents
Typical timeline
Start searching 30-45 days before move date
Cost range
Broker fees typically 1 month rent or 12-15% annual; many no-fee options
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Manhattan
Manhattan
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Upper East Side
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Upper West Side
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Midtown
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Chelsea
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East Village
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Brooklyn
Brooklyn
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Williamsburg
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Bushwick
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Park Slope
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Bedford-Stuyvesant
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Crown Heights
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Queens
Queens
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Astoria
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Long Island City
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Flushing
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Jackson Heights
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Forest Hills
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What people typically request
- Access to listings not on public sites
- Help navigating NYC's competitive rental market
- Negotiate lease terms and move-in costs
- Guide through application and approval process
- Knowledge of neighborhood-specific market conditions
Questions to ask
Want higher quality quotes and fewer surprises? Ask the right questions before you book, especially for NYC building access rules and pricing structure.
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