I've seen other stuff posted for sale, so I followed suit. Won't do it again. Sorry. And you'll see that it's never been used if you read the title of the post.

Posted by: fancy at October 5, 2007 2:21 PM in response to Brand new Frigidaire Gallery Series Electric Dryer - $500

I think having a good lawyer is key. She didn't get us everything we wanted, but there were some strange charges at the closing and she whipped out her calculator and got us a little money back. The bigger shock to me was how much all the taxes and fees added up to. I did rough calculations in my head, but I think we ended up paying nearly 5% of our purchase price on closing with 15% down. It's even more if you borrow more.

Posted by: fancy at October 12, 2007 2:03 PM in response to Getting Shafted at Closing Time

I'm in "greenwood heights" (I know there's debate about the name, hence the quotes) and often walk home at night by myself. 3-4 quick stops and you're at Atlantic and can get almost any train into mid-town. My total commute time to U-square with the walk is usually around 45 min. Cheaper than a lot of the nabes you mention, easy walk to P. Slope, park, quick train to ft. greene etc. Pain to get to williamsburgh, but eh, not a big deal for me.

Posted by: fancy at December 12, 2007 2:37 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

I tried to sell it on craigslist (probably for a higher price than I should have) and it didn't go. The link to the description is http://www.frigidaire.com/products/laundry/dryers/electric/prod_gleq2152es.asp It is electric, which is why it didn't work for me. Make me an offer if you're interested. I think I'll get about a $200 write off, so if you can beat that and don't mind picking it up, I'm game. As soon as I can figure out how to get you my email without sharing it with the world, I'll get it to you, armchairwarrior, or guest. Thanks for the housing works suggestion too.

Posted by: fancy at December 13, 2007 10:13 AM in response to Donate a dryer

Bay Ridge's attitude is changing all the time - in my opinion for the better. I think you will be fine in BR, and you can definitely find something in your price range, if you're OK with extending your commute a bit.

Posted by: guest at December 12, 2007 6:07 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

I have an apt i'll be renting round mid jan-feb in bedstuy/clinton hill off franklin ave, near the c train and not far to the g, this does not include utilities, it is a 2 bedroom/ 1bath

Posted by: guest at December 12, 2007 7:47 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

forgot to tell you also i'll be charging 1500
a month

Posted by: guest at December 12, 2007 7:49 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

for 1500/month

Posted by: guest at December 12, 2007 7:49 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

I used to live in Greenpoint, at a cheaper time (not so long ago, but it sure changed fast). I left because it's one of the most polluted neighborhoods of New York. The oil plume, the waste processing - I started to worry about having two-headed kids living there.

I second (third?) the recommendation of Ditmas/Kensington, specifically Ditmas Park. Rents here are still comparably low, from what I've seen, and that person who complained about the Q train is incorrect. It's actually the only train I've ever seen in New York that runs on a schedule - I didn't believe it at first, but I tested it out, and it actually does run every 8-11 minutes, reliably. I've lived all over NYC and it's the best train by far. It's 20 minutes from Cortelyou to Canal, and 30 minutes to Herald Square. The area is very safe, very diverse (seriously - nobody dominates, and you'll hear five languages before you even get the the train station). There's a nice mix of new and old here, and it's near a lot of other interesting neighborhoods, and the park. Plus, in our train station, instead of big ugly rats, we have tiny, cute little mice.

Posted by: guest at December 12, 2007 8:11 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

"which areas...i have friends who lived there and that area scared the crap out of me..i guess iam asking which streets and sections are safe?"

See--it's not a race thing, the not wanting to live in Bed Stuy. There's a reason, no matter how much you all try to boost it.

Posted by: guest at December 12, 2007 11:04 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

yeah i am black and the area was predominantly African American and i was like "get me out of here" it was scary...no matter what race you are i believe you have the right to feel safe where you live.

Posted by: CaitlinC2214 at December 12, 2007 11:57 PM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

The four neighborhoods you named are near trains that you have to transfer to from the 7. Good luck with that at night. I would rethink the neighborhoods based on both safety and proximity to a closer train.

I would suggest Crown Heights - not only because I live there but because if you work near Grand Central, Crown Heights is right on the 4/5 line. And, you can definitely get a 1 bdrm there in your price range.

Stuyvesant Heights might be nice and safe, but not convenient. How would you get the A train from Grand Central at night. The A train is the worst off hours and transferring to it isn't something I would do or want my friends to do esp at night.

Posted by: guest at December 13, 2007 12:40 AM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

Caitlin, where are you moving from?

As a broker, I think, with luck, it is possible to find an apartment that suit your criteria.
The key is being ready, as the rental market in the aforementioned areas (not to mention your price range) is certainly in high demand.
You ought to have a letter of employment, bank statements, most recent tax return and, last but certainly not least, a checkbook.
You have to be ready. I cannot over-emphasize this.

Posted by: guest at December 13, 2007 12:45 AM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn

I am living in NJ (with family), and I've been working in nyc since may. I am just getting myself prepared! Iam not looking to move until february or early march, so its not like i am trying to move in 2 weeks. I just want to have my options planned out so i am ready. Thanks

Posted by: CaitlinC2214 at December 13, 2007 1:12 AM in response to Renting an Apartment in Brooklyn