NYC vs. SF: Which City is Actually More Renter-Friendly?
NYC vs. SF: Which City is Actually More Renter-Friendly?
One city has long been the landing place for all types of dreamers. The other is the hot new spot for techies and entrepreneurs slaving away to create the next $10 billion company. Both cities are chock-full of renters, but which one is actually more renter-friendly?
One city has long been the landing place for all types of dreamers. The other is the hot new spot for techies and entrepreneurs slaving away to create the next $10 billion company. Both cities are chock-full of renters, but which one is actually more renter-friendly?
Which city are you more likely to find a rent-regulated apartment?
Which city's renters are considered more "rent-burdened," with more than half of all residents paying 30% or more of their total income on rent?
Which city's renters make more money (have higher median household incomes?
Which city built more rentals in recent years because of huge housing demands?
Which city's average household size grew by 5.5% (more roommates!) in recent years because of steep rent and low vacancy rates?
Which city will a you pay a whopping median rent of $4,400 for a 2-bedroom apartment?
Which city topped Forbes's 2015 "Worst Cities for Renters" because of crazy expensive rent, few vacancies and intense housing competition?