nyc: I am about to move to NYC, what are the best ways to go on about getting a good deal on a one bedroom apartment. I am not looking to spend much because I dont have that much may be thinking within a $1000 a month. Any advice would help. Thanks|||It depends on what neighborhood you are in. There are some Brooklyn area apartments for 2500 for a tiny 1BR. Some areas are cheaper but they are not necessarily ideal. The landlord will request a credit check with 3 years salary history and two months security deposit.. It is frequently expected that your income is 40 times the rent. Do you have any idea what neighborhood you are interested in? Is there anyone you can share a place with? Everything is expensive there. Food, utilities, parking and car insurance, taxis cabs, buses and trains, etc. Rents in NY can be legally raised up to 8% per year (not including rent control which is IMPOSSIBLE to get). You need to start looking on craigslist new york to see what is being offered. Try to find a place near public transportation. Good luck and don't forget to purchase a renters insurance policy. Should be about $120/year.|||HAHAHAHA A ONE BEDROOM FOR 1000, THATS A GOOD LAUGH, U COULD MAYBE LIVE IN BROOKLYN FOR THAT PRICE. MANHATTAN IS EXPENSIVE, I BEDROOMS ARE STARTING BETWEEN 2000-2500.|||may be Harlem. Is beautiful. I love Gramecy Park. Share with a nice person is the best option. I found the best information & options here. Good luck! http://www.realstateamerica.com/ciudad.p鈥?/a>|||never going to happen, sorry just to give you an idea a studio apartment in Manhattan goes for 2K per month