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Is there a curfew for the playgrounds within Stuytown. I wouldn't want to have an apartment next to a playground where people are going to be hanging out till 1 AM.
I don’t know if there’s a curfew, but since you need a key card to get in, it’s possible that access is cut off at a certain time. I live right next to one of the playgrounds, and if I hear any noise from there at night, I call security and they send someone over.
macnyc2003, I've worked closely with affordable housing lotteries (not stuy town), but owner/developers in general are not allowed to convert 1 bedrooms to 2 bedroom, etc for affordable housing programs.
macnyc2003, I've worked closely with affordable housing lotteries (not stuy town), but owner/developers in general are not allowed to convert 1 bedrooms to 2 bedroom, etc for affordable housing programs.
Thanks for that information! It's so helpful when professionals like you are on the board!
The reason for my concern is that the "flex" apartments have been established at Stuy Town for quite a few years, maybe 15 or even longer. For instance, when you search for apartments on the official Stuy Town site and put in "two bedrooms," quite a few of the hits will be for the converted one bedrooms. Lumping them in together like that indicated to me that ST might really see them that way.
On the site, you can further filter by selecting either "full size" or "junior." So there is that.
I'm very happy that only full-size apartments are being leased via this lottery!
Quick update: Someone from Stuytown reached out and acknowledged receipt of the paperwork I submitted. They asked me whether I had a pet (I have a puppy and needed to provide photo of puppy, Rabies Certificate and NYS License) and asked me the size of apartment I'm looking for. I provided the information and received a quick response letting me know that I have been added back on the waitlist for a 3 bedroom and will be contacted once one becomes available. Once I'm contacted, I have to resubmit all of the paperwork again.
Apparently there are no 3 bedrooms available at this time and they do not have a timeline for when one will become available. Until then, I plan on emailing them once every couple of months. Very frustrated and sad but wish you all lots of good luck!
Wow, GiaCash, sorry about that. Three-bedrooms are definitely relatively rare. I don't know your household information, but could you also consider a two-bedroom in Peter Cooper Village?
Those rooms are much larger, and you would get a second bathroom. My Stuy Town neighbors opted for that a number of years ago. The living room is so big, it's possible you could partition off a third bedroom, depending on the layout. Just something to think about.
I'm assuming that apartments in PCV are included in this lottery. You could always inquire.
Wow, GiaCash, sorry about that. Three-bedrooms are definitely relatively rare. I don't know your household information, but could you also consider a two-bedroom in Peter Cooper Village?
Those rooms are much larger, and you would get a second bathroom. My Stuy Town neighbors opted for that a number of years ago. The living room is so big, it's possible you could partition off a third bedroom, depending on the layout. Just something to think about.
I'm assuming that apartments in PCV are included in this lottery. You could always inquire.
Thank you. I considered it but it doesn't make sense for us. I'm still keeping hope that I will be called for a 3 bedroom. While inventory is low, I have a low log number and I'm sure most people are applying for 1 and 2 bedrooms. It still stings. I'll keep you all updated if anything changes.
Hi all! I’ve just gone thru the process log# under 300. I have been doing these lotteries for 10years. This one went fast!!! Was offered a lease maybe 4 weeks after I was contacted for initial eligibility paperwork. Had to go back and forth several times as they were asking for more info. Got the congratulatory email for a 1bedroom. Totally renovated new stainless steal appliances. No microwave though. Updated bathroom. Floors were not new but whatever. The finishes are on the classic side of things but new and quite nice. You can tell the apartment used to be a flex 2 bedroom because of the lines on floor where makeshift walls used to be. Rent is around 1750 rent stabilized, Utilities included but an additional AC surcharge. . Please feel free to ask questions I’ll check this blog periodically. I believe in transparency to help everyone out with this grueling process.
Took a bike ride to get a feel for Neighborhood and I loved the serenity can’t wait to meet new community.
Good luck to everyone!!
Hi all! I’ve just gone thru the process log# under 300. I have been doing these lotteries for 10years. This one went fast!!! Was offered a lease maybe 4 weeks after I was contacted for initial eligibility paperwork. Had to go back and forth several times as they were asking for more info. Got the congratulatory email for a 1bedroom. Totally renovated new stainless steal appliances. No microwave though. Updated bathroom. Floors were not new but whatever. The finishes are on the classic side of things but new and quite nice. You can tell the apartment used to be a flex 2 bedroom because of the lines on floor where makeshift walls used to be. Rent is around 1750 rent stabilized, Utilities included but an additional AC surcharge. . Please feel free to ask questions I’ll check this blog periodically. I believe in transparency to help everyone out with this grueling process.
Took a bike ride to get a feel for Neighborhood and I loved the serenity can’t wait to meet new community.
Good luck to everyone!!
Wow, congratulations! Which side are you on? The 14th or the 23rd street end?
In any case enjoy your new apartment - how exciting!
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