Apartment hunting in NYC is not without its woes, but RentReboot just might be the lifesaver you’ve been praying for.
Considered NYC’s first rent-stabilized alert system, RentReboot offers real-time alerts for rent-stabilized units as they hit the market. Landing in one of NYC’s hottest neighborhoods — at an attainable price sans increases — could be in the cards with this brand-new tool.
When you stop to think about the scary housing statistics — the fact that the average rent in NYC is 149% higher than the national average and the fact that NYC rents rise seven times faster than wages — any assistance with the apartment hunt is very much appreciated.
How RentReboot works
RentReboot is quite simple and straightforward: all you need to do is enter your email and answer a few Q’s before receiving verified listings. At the end of your short questionnaire, you’ll be able to select the frequency in which you receive listings: either three to four per day or simply one per day.
Upon entering your email address, here are the questions you can expect to answer:
- What is your maximum budget?
- When would you like to move?
- What apartment size are you looking for?
- What neighborhoods do you prefer? *
- What subway lines do you like to have?
- What amenities matter to you? **
* Note that only Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx are listed. Staten Island is not included.
** Amenities listed include in-unit washer-dryers, parking, pet-friendly apartments, dishwashers, elevators, and doormen, to name a few.
While we know endlessly scrolling through listings can feel daunting, this service makes the hunt a little less stressful. Plus, you won’t be surprised with a huge rent hike once it comes time to resign your lease. Even better? RentReboot also promises to provide exclusive early access to listings, so you can hop on the application process before the rest of the city catches on to your stellar find.
Should you want to come up with a plan b, we’ve spoken to experts about landing an affordable housing lottery with a few key tips. Best of luck in the apartment hunt! We’re rooting for you.