Jersey City ranks most expensive for rent
With rents notoriously high in Brooklyn and Manhattan, you might think New York City is the most expensive place in the U.S. for renters, but that's not the case.
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Report: New Yorkers getting priced out of apartments
StreetEasy says 34% of available inventory is made up of apartments in which tenants could not afford new prices after the deals they received during the pandemic.
StreetEasy's Casey Roberts on real estate on New York City
It's officially summer, and that means a lot of New Yorkers are apartment hunting. Rental prices are sky high, but there may be some hope. CBS2's Mary Calvi spoke with Casey Roberts from StreetEasy.
NYC rents on the rise
According to Realtor.com's April rental report, rents are on the rise in the New York City metro area, especially for studio apartments.
NYC's rent stabilized apartments could see raise in rent
The New York City Rent Guidelines Board took a preliminary vote Thursday to increase rent stabilized units. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has the details.
NYC Rent Guidelines Board to vote on rent increases
Thursday's vote will be followed by four public hearings before the final decision in June.
Groundbreaking day for Queens housing development
The $100 million project will eventually provide more than 2,000 affordable homes in Far Rockaway, and create jobs.
Experts optimistic commercial real estate in NYC is rebounding
Many felt the pandemic would leave much of the office space vacant. But it turns out that's not exactly the case.
New York City's commercial real estate market far from being in crisis
Many thought the pandemic left much of the city's commercial office space vacant. But it turns out that's not exactly the case. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
The Squeeze: Some Long-Term Renters Facing Unheard-Of Increases
Many people in New York City are feeling the squeeze on their rent. As pandemic deals end, even long-term renters are facing unheard-of increases; CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Westchester Housing Market 'Starved For Inventory' Means 'Intense Competition' To Buy Single-Family Homes
"For Sale" signs are few and far between in Westchester County. Low inventory plus high demand equals a difficult time for homebuyers.
Some Real Estate Agents Report Surge Of New Yorkers Moving From Manhattan To The Bronx
As of July, the median home sale price in Manhattan was $1.2 million compared to $386,000 in the Bronx.
State Street, Financial Firm Behind Fearless Girl Statue, Closing NYC Offices
The 500 affected employees will instead work form home, from new shared workspaces in Manhattan and from offices in New Jersey and Connecticut.
New Jersey Set To Ban Landlords From Asking Tenants About Criminal History
Advocates say it's a big step toward ending housing discrimination against people who have served time in jail.
Desperate Homebuyers Forgoing Inspections To Try To Get Ahead In Tri-State Area's Competitive Housing Market
One realtor says those who sign away their rights to inspections move in and then might discover dangerously old plumbing, a bad roof, a faulty furnace or worse.
Why Are There No Houses To Buy?
Though housing prices have soared in many parts of the country, and inventory is way down, real estate sales may still be stronger in 2021.
Castle Owned By Derek Jeter Could Be Yours In Orange County, N.Y.
The home on Greenwood Lake in Orange County was once owned by the parents of Jeter's grandfather, before the family sold it in 1996.
Lawsuit Accuses Major Real Estate Firms Of Discriminating Against Low-Income New Yorkers With Housing Vouchers
Notable firms like Corcoran Group and Century 21 are accused of illegally discriminating against low-income tenants with housing vouchers.
3D Printed Home Listed On Long Island Could Be Game Changer For Affordable Housing
Proponents say the cost of 3D technology construction is 50% cheaper than comparable newly constructed homes in Riverhead and 10 times faster.
'Shadow' Real Estate Inventory May Spell Good Deals For New York City Renters
Erin Hudson, real estate reporter at The Real Deal. estimates - based on public loan documents - secret apartments push vacancy rates of many buildings to 25% and higher.
Nassau County Homeowners Get A Break From Property Value Assessments
The coronavirus pandemic has led to a spike in county real estate prices, as people move from the city to the suburbs.
Report: Manhattan Rent Drops Below $3,000 For 1st Time Since 2011
StreetEasy says renters are no longer willing to pay the so-called "commute premium" of living in Manhattan, because so many people are working from home.
'It Has Become A Ghost Town': Broadway Storefront Vacancies Up More Than 75% Since 2017
A new survey of vacancies along the 244 blocks of Broadway found 335 street-level vacant storefronts, compared to 188 in 2017.
Parts Of NYC Rife With Empty Apartments; Real Estate Experts Say Pandemic Causing Buyers And Renters To Reevaluate Priorities
As New Yorkers flee the city amid the coronavirus pandemic, parts of the city's real estate market are rife with empty apartments. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports the industry is dealing with nearly record low numbers of new condo and co-up sales, while renters are focusing on a new list of priorities.
Catskills Real Estate Market Roaring Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
It's a seller's market in Sullivan County and the Catskills.
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Author Salman Rushdie stabbed in the neck while on stage in New York
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Polio virus found in New York City wastewater
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Man found dead inside compactor chute in Brooklyn
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MTA worker suffers broken bones in Bronx subway attack
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Long Island team heading to Little League World Series
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NYPD seizes $2M worth of counterfeit goods, arrests 5 people
It's all part of the NYPD's quality of life initiative.
3 men charged in Rockland County teen's shooting death
Investigators would not comment on a possible motive.
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Officials: Firefighter critically hurt while battling blaze
It happened around 8:30 p.m. Friday at a home on Gary Court on Staten Island.
MTA worker suffers broken bones in Bronx subway attack
Despite his injuries, police say the victim was able to help hold down the suspect until officers arrived.
NYPD seizes $2M worth of counterfeit goods, arrests 5 people
It's all part of the NYPD's quality of life initiative.
3 men charged in Rockland County teen's shooting death
Investigators would not comment on a possible motive.
Early voting starts Saturday for New York's August election
Voters will get to choose candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and state Senate.
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Some essential workers in Connecticut may be eligible for financial relief
Workers can receive up to $1,000 from the Premium Pay Program.
Connecticut launches reproductive rights website and hotline
The services were launched in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Conn. education plan addresses health care worker shortage
It will offer tuition assistance to incentivize low-income and minority students to enter accelerated programs.
Connecticut man finds bear eating in his kitchen
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New York City joins state in declaring monkeypox emergency
The numbers are troubling, and experts say vaccine delays will only allow the virus to spread more.
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Global supply chain issues disrupting construction projects in Hackensack
City officials said they're not immune to supply chain issues that are making it difficult to get multi-million dollar projects done on time.
New York City and New Jersey expand monkeypox vaccine access
More than 9,000 new appointments in the city are expected to go online Saturday morning.
Long Island team heading to Little League World Series
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
EPA: Toxic gas leaks from factories affected 2 N.J. towns
The EPA plans to speak with affected communities about the risks in the coming weeks.
CBS2 takes deeper dive into how congestion pricing will impact trucks
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Drive sober or get pulled over: Sobriety checkpoints will be out in force across New York
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Long Island team heading to Little League World Series
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
Suffolk County Police: Thieves targeting women in store parking lots
Police say at least four suspects have struck at least ten times already.
Nassau lawmakers call congestion pricing plan an attack on the suburbs
They say it's unfair for residents to pay extra just to go to work, medical appointments, or to enjoy the city.
L.I. mom pushing to reform N.Y. state divorce, family courts
Kyra's Law would mandate judge training and prevent abusers from gaining custody.
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Early voting starts Saturday for New York's August election
Voters will get to choose candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and state Senate.
Hochul touts success of New York's new red flag laws
Hochul traveled to Rep. Lee Zeldin's backyard to tout the early success of the state's new red flag laws.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
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Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
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New York City and New Jersey expand monkeypox vaccine access
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New Yorkers on the fence about easing COVID guidelines
Two and a half years later, CDC officials say we can start backing away from COVID guidelines.
Polio virus found in New York City wastewater
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New Yorkers welcome relaxed COVID-19 safety guidelines
While the pandemic is not over, the CDC says it no longer can severely disrupt our daily lives.
EPA: Toxic gas leaks from factories affected 2 N.J. towns
The EPA plans to speak with affected communities about the risks in the coming weeks.
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Ukrainian children stage play in Brooklyn for fundraiser
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"Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience" coming to Westchester County
Harry Potter's wizarding world keeps growing with movies, theme parks, and now an interactive experience in New York.
Anne Heche's family hopes to donate her organs after crash left her on life support
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Metallica, Mariah Carey headline Global Citizen NYC concert
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Bronx celebration marks 49th anniversary of hip-hop
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Jets QB Wilson injures knee in preseason win against Eagles
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Vierling, Phils star on defense, end Mets' 6-game win streak
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Long Island team heading to Little League World Series
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey first ever to be retired across entire NBA
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Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
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Ukrainian children in Brooklyn to perform original play
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Massapequa beats Toms River, advances to Little League World Series
Massapequa is heading to the Little League World Series for the first time in their 72-year history after beating Toms River. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis was with fans at a watch party on Long Island.
MTA worker assaulted outside Bronx subway station
An MTA worker is recovering after he was violently attacked by a man harassing straphangers outside a Bronx subway station. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
