Rent negotiation (apartment, tenants, rental, credit)

[gerrynyc]

I am contemplating renting in a luxury appt building in NY. It has washer and dryer and a gym, plus dry cleaning in the building. They are asking $1967/month. However, if I rent a house it will cost me $1750 approx. Honestly I prefer the luxury appartment. I can afford both rentals. However, I want to negociate the rent...is $1750 too low? If so, what is a reasonable negociation price. (I have perfect credit, and great rental history).
thanx

[Sergio M]

If the apartment has been vacant more than a month and there are no potential tenants showing interest, then the ball is in your court.

[ShaneSA]

Go for it. The worse thing that the LL or agent can say is NO. If it's a slow rental market and your record is good, the LL just may consider it, or counter with something else.

[gerrynyc]

wish me luck!