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I'm joining this forum a bit later than most of you, since I just recently found out about potentially being able to live in this building. We are eligible for a 2 or 3 bedroom apartment.
In terms of the process, our interview is scheduled for tomorrow and supposedly we will also be viewing apartments tomorrow as well. Did anyone else have this experience (from what I've read it seems to be two separate processes)? Also, what does this interview entail? The agent said that all this should move quickly because the construction is almost done and the developer wants people to move in ASAP. However, I've read that for many of you this has been a long and drawn out process...so I'm skeptical.
Also I read online that some apartments in the building are permanently affordable and some are not. What does this mean?
Lastly, if anyone who is already living in a 2 or 3 bedroom and would be able to post pics or size specs, that would be much appreciated.
I'm joining this forum a bit later than most of you, since I just recently found out about potentially being able to live in this building. We are eligible for a 2 or 3 bedroom apartment.
In terms of the process, our interview is scheduled for tomorrow and supposedly we will also be viewing apartments tomorrow as well. Did anyone else have this experience (from what I've read it seems to be two separate processes)? Also, what does this interview entail? The agent said that all this should move quickly because the construction is almost done and the developer wants people to move in ASAP. However, I've read that for many of you this has been a long and drawn out process...so I'm skeptical.
Also I read online that some apartments in the building are permanently affordable and some are not. What does this mean?
Lastly, if anyone who is already living in a 2 or 3 bedroom and would be able to post pics or size specs, that would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
The Gotham program will end in Dec this is why they told you that it should move quickly. They have to fill up the apartments by Dec so they are moving everything quickly.
My process toke 8 months , my first inreview was in Feb and I sign a lease last week, but as I said they building should be full by Dec
510, 511, 530 are permanently affordable, 550 I think only few apartments are affordable.
I just sign a lease for the 550 building , the lease is for 2 years and will increase around 5% every 2 years for the next 40 years, I did not ask what would happen after 40 years
I think the main reason for the backlog is simply that apartments haven't been finished. 530 is still being worked on to some degree, 550 now has tenants though it looks like some work is still going on and 511 is still under a lot of construction.
As far as the interview, it is mostly signing forms and providing pay stubs, not a actual interview per se. My real estate agent was very friendly and helpful. Hope your experience is the same.
So I'm assuming that you've gone for your interview, had a credit check and had your information sent to both the Developer and the City. If so, that's great.
I thought the apartments were really nice. Great fixtures, standard - though very attractive kitchen cabinets, nice stainless appliances and a really attractive bathroom. The hallways are covered with a rough, dark brown fabric and lit by wall sconces. Laundry on three floors and storage units on the others. I only saw apartments in the 530 building, not the towers or the building built over the tracks.
The apartment is approximately 450 sf, one studio was over 500 sq. The one I was offered has a separate kitchen, though some lines have the kitchen as part of the main studio room. The bathrooms are large, particularly in the ones without separate kitchens.
Good luck. Let me know if I can answer any other questions.
Hello
I just moved to a studio apartment and I try to figure out how many SF is my studio. You said that your studio is 450 SF and I have a feeling mine is 350-400 but maybe i'm wrong. Can I send you a private message with my pictures and let me know if its looks like yours?
Hello
I just moved to a studio apartment and I try to figure out how many SF is my studio. You said that your studio is 450 SF and I have a feeling mine is 350-400 but maybe i'm wrong. Can I send you a private message with my pictures and let me know if its looks like yours?
You got a $494 a month - first line apartment. If your that sad over 50 less sq feet. I will GLADLY take it off your hands
You got a $494 a month - first line apartment. If your that sad over 50 less sq feet. I will GLADLY take it off your hands
That 50 sq feet can make a huge difference. Some of the 550 studio's with the exception of alcove's are very small. Don't sweat it NYCHH, if you want to entertain guest pick one of the lounges or courtyards
That 50 sq feet can make a huge difference. Some of the 550 studio's with the exception of alcove's are very small. Don't sweat it NYCHH, if you want to entertain guest pick one of the lounges or courtyards
Well good thing you aren't paying market rent then or you would be going bat sh*t crazy.
That 50 sq feet can make a huge difference. Some of the 550 studio's with the exception of alcove's are very small. Don't sweat it NYCHH, if you want to entertain guest pick one of the lounges or courtyards
Well at least the kitchen is nice
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but maybe i'm wrong. Can I send you a private message with my pictures and let me know if its looks like yours?
