Inhabit by Corcoran

Disappointed in the lack of further rent relief, many of Manhattan's renters responded by staying put.

With Manhattan's median rent falling and available inventory at a fourteen-month high, tenants have more negotiating power and choice. 

In September, the New York City rental market began to moderate when compared to the summer’s intense conditions.

Historically speaking, August is the busiest month for NYC's rental market, so it’s typical that rents and leasing activity climbed.

Whether July’s Manhattan findings are a temporary blip—or the start of a longer-term trend—is the million-dollar question.

Rising prices impacted affordability for many potential New York City renters in June.

Record-high rents have done nothing to curb tight vacancy rates market-wide, keeping NYC's rental market extremely competitive.

Quite simply, there is intense demand for housing in New York City—people want to be here.

Competition for apartments in doorman buildings and in prime locations can be intense, with units leasing sight-unseen or over-asking.