DEAR ABBY: After four months of dating, I asked my boyfriend if we could move in together to save on rent. He was absolutely against the idea. We’ve now been dating for 10 months, and he recently got a letter stating that he’s about to be evicted because he hasn’t paid rent for three months. … Read more
Londoner Marie Draxler had always dreamed of the perfect day in New York City — not as a tourist, but as someone who actually lived there. So when the adventurous Brit found herself strolling through Bushwick, grabbing breakfast in Williamsburg and striking up heartfelt conversations with colorful Washington Square Park habitués, it felt surreal — … Read more
Actor Peter Greene, best known for his roles in “The Mask” and “Pulp Fiction,” was found dead inside his Lower East Side apartment Friday afternoon, his longtime manager confirmed to The Post. Greene, 60, was found unresponsive inside his Clinton Street apartment around 3:25 p.m., and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police and … Read more
This is the worst-case scenario. Finding a nasty roach in your apartment, especially in NYC, is unfortunately a common thing. But how a landlord reacts to it can make or break a tenant’s experience. Sadly, upon moving in, one tenant found dead roaches inside their kitchen cabinets and their landlord’s solution was beyond shocking — … Read more
Changes are brewing — and they could be a sign of a decline in living standards. Maxwell House recently announced it will be changing its name for the first time in 133 years, rebranding to “Maxwell Apartment.” While the coffee blend will remain the same with the same “taste, aroma, quality and ingredients,” the rebrand … Read more
Home, squeezed home. A listing for a seriously small apartment in Manchester, UK has left potential renters horrified. An apartment listed for £750 per month — about $1,000 USD — is so tiny that the tenant would be able to cook a full meal “while sitting in bed.” Rightmove, a UK property search platform, advertised … Read more
A resident of an apartment complex has taken to Reddit to share their side of a dispute between themselves and their neighbor. The resident said they’d moved in a week ago, with no real issues. But, everything changed when they spotted sticky notes on their car. “I came out and found these notes” “I moved into the complex a week … Read more
Livvy Dunne’s no Babe. Olivia “Livvy” Dunne struck out in her bid to buy Yankees’ great Babe Ruth’s former New York City home because the former LSU star gymnast overshared about the purchase on Instagram, The Post has learned. The co-op board in the Upper West Side building rejected Dunne’s purchase — a $1.59 million, … Read more
Now this is home cooking! Upper East Side Italian restaurant Caffe Buon Gusto has been quietly seating customers in an apartment next door when their dining room is full, cramming them into its two bedrooms, living room and even hallway — stunning the unsuspecting. “I had zero idea. They have a main dining room, that’s … Read more
There’s nothing like a woman’s touch — but sometimes that touch can be taken a little too far. A husband took to Reddit to share how his wife transformed his former bachelor pad into a plant oasis. And that might be putting it lightly because based on the pictures, there’s so much greenery in the … Read more
She booked a room with a view — and got a concrete slap in the face. British mom Kim Antrobus says her girls’ trip to Portugal was “ruined” after paying extra for a view of the majestic Atlantic Ocean — only to find herself staring directly at a pair of drab apartment buildings. Antrobus, 43, … Read more
A graduate student who moved into a 77square-foot micro-apartment says she has found the minimalist lifestyle liberating. Lydia Rouka, 27, is an international graduate student in Seoul, South Korea, where she studies business. The 8 ft. x 9 ft. micro-apartment, also known as a goshiwon, consists of a single bed, a desk and chair, shelving, … Read more
Who needs a pantry when you’ve got Prada? In a move straight out of Carrie Bradshaw’s playbook, Big Apple influencer Kate Bartlett swapped spatulas for stilettos — and transformed her cooking quarters into a high-fashion haven. “I have been told I demonstrate the greatest use of free will, because I use my kitchen as my … Read more
Seven is heaven — when you’ve got two apartments. An NYC mom of five has sparked a debate after sharing her family’s Big Apple survival secret on social media. Kristi — known on TikTok as @kristiipartyof6 — is a content creator who moved to the city four years ago where she lives most of the year with … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. If you’ve ever visited New York, you know we overpay for closets and call them home. Yes, many people wonder why we do it, and others give a knowing nod as they … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I live in an apartment building. I am quiet and keep to myself. There’s a concierge here who is incredibly nosy. When I pick up my package, she asks, “So, what’s in the package?” as if I’m doing something nefarious. She’s also a terrible gossip and a liar. At the front desk, as … Read more
There’s a lot to be said for the work/play energy of a nice studio or other small apartment during the day. But how do you bring that energy down to get a good night’s sleep? With electronics, cookery, clothes and books all in one space, it can be a challenge to create a restful refuge. … Read more
Taste the rainbow. Live the rainbow. In honor of Skittles’ newest innovation, Skittles Littles, they’re encouraging fans to live large — in a small but impressive way. One lucky person will get the chance to live rent-free in a colorful “mini-yet-maximalist” Manhattan apartment. Skittles will cover one year’s rent in the studio apartment designed by … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have been deceiving my husband for a couple of months and can’t figure out how to come clean. I feel like a terrible person. We have been married 17 years, and during the first four or five we were happy. We don’t have very many disagreements, but when we do, he always … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend is 18 years younger than I am. Our relationship hasn’t been perfect, but I love him to death. Unfortunately, I’m going through menopause and have all the side effects. Long story short, he found another girl. It was just supposed to be for sex, and he told me he wouldn’t get … Read more