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No-Fee Studios Available
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Broker Fee
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Boroughs
The broker fee on a studios can be thousands of dollars. Every listing on NFNY is posted directly by the landlord — no broker fee, ever.
No-Fee Studio Apartments by Borough
Manhattan
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Brooklyn
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Queens
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The Bronx
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Staten Island
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About No-Fee Studio Apartments in NYC
Studio apartments are the most common unit type in New York City and typically the most competitive. They range from compact alcove studios under 300 sq ft to large convertible studios over 600 sq ft. Because studios turn over frequently, many landlords list them directly on platforms like NFNY to avoid paying brokers and fill units faster.
What to expect when renting a studio in NYC
Most NYC landlords require annual income of at least 40x the monthly rent. For a studio at $3,000/month, that means $120,000 in annual income or a qualified guarantor. Some landlords accept co-signers or guarantor services when income requirements aren't met.
Typical application documents required
- Government-issued photo ID
- Two most recent pay stubs or equivalent income verification
- Most recent two months of bank statements
- Employment verification letter
- Completed rental application (usually provided by the landlord)
- Previous landlord reference (common but not always required)