Austin Havens-Bowen
Writer
Austin Havens-Bowen is a writer and reporter. He previously covered local news for the Queens Ledger and The Hunts Point Express in the Bronx. He graduated from Hunter College with a BA in media studies. He rents a one-bedroom apartment in Astoria with his boyfriend and their two cats.
Posts by Austin Havens-Bowen:
I rent a studio with an automated bed that drops down from the ceiling. My friends are impressed
January 10, 2022 - 12:30 PM
Jannat Ferdous moved from New York City to Buffalo about three years ago. She landed in a studio apartment with an Ori Cloud Bed, with an automated bed that rises up to the ceiling when not in use—revealing a couch underneath. Here’s what it's like living with it.
Read More 2022 real estate forecast, Manhattan sales surge, & more
January 7, 2022 - 13:30 PM
And, tough co-op board interview questions—and how to answer them.
Read More 5 houses for sale in Beacon, NY, a quick trip up the Hudson
January 7, 2022 - 12:30 PM
Hudson, New York is a popular getaway for New Yorkers. It's also a good place to buy a house if you're done with city life but want cultural amenities. Here are five houses for sale in the area.
Read More 5 NYC apartments for rent with central heat under $3,000 a month
January 5, 2022 - 12:30 PM
Planning a winter move? If so, central heat might be on top of your rental apartment wish list because you can control the temperature–and avoid a noisy radiator. Here are five apartments that fit the bill for less than $3,000 a month in East New York, Washington Heights, Ditmars-Steinway, Hunters Point, and Bushwick.
Read More Hochul signals end of eviction ban, Bed-Stuy residents without power, & more
January 5, 2022 - 10:30 AM
And, the New York City Ferry adds a new stop at Throgs Neck in the Bronx with a commute to Wall Street in one hour
Read More My landlord is renovating an apartment and it's causing a pest problem. What can I do?
January 4, 2022 - 13:45 PM
Pests like mice and roaches are unfortunately common in New York City apartments, especially if there’s construction or renovation work nearby. As a renter, you are protected by the warranty of habitability and local laws if your apartment gets infested.
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