Kelly Kreth
Contributing writer
Contributing writer Kelly Kreth has been a freelance journalist, essayist, and columnist for more than two decades. Her real estate articles have appeared in The Real Deal, Luxury Listings, Our Town, and amNewYork. A long-time New York City renter who loves a good deal, Kreth currently lives in a coveted rent-stabilized apartment in a luxury building on the Upper East Side.
Posts by Kelly Kreth:
Why we moved to NYC from Seattle: To be close to family and find a Brooklyn brownstone with a pool
By Kelly Kreth
August 25, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Tom Batchelor and Matt Brandt had been looking to buy a bigger house in Seattle for over a year. Tired of getting outbid, they decided to move to NYC, where they could be closer to friends and family. They found their dream: A brownstone with a pool—in just one month.
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Why we moved to NYC from Pittsburgh: Our daughter was relocating for work and we opted to experience the city together
By Kelly Kreth
August 18, 2023 - 09:30 AM
When her grown daughter was offered a dream job in New York City, Michelle and her husband opted to move there, too. They headed to Brooklyn in search of a place big enough for all of them and found a small, quirky five bedroom in a walkup. Here's Michelle’s story.
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From Midtown to FiDi: I ditched my roach-infested building for a luxury high rise in a livelier nabe
By Kelly Kreth
August 11, 2023 - 14:30 PM
After dealing with a serious roach problem in her Midtown apartment, Julianne realized she had to find a different home and neighborhood. Five months and 65 viewings later, she scored her dream place in FiDi. Here’s her story.
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Why we moved to NYC from Tennessee: We wanted to be back where we belong, socially and politically
By Kelly Kreth
August 4, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Marc and Kirsten fled their Tennessee home to return to NYC, which they felt was more their vibe. The professional musicians landed a Bushwick townhouse with outdoor space and room for a studio. Here’s their story.
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Why I moved to NYC from Washington, D.C.: I wanted to return to my happy place where I have lots of friends
By Kelly Kreth
July 28, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Washington, D.C. felt too much like a small town to Debbie Peters, who made a New Year's resolution to return to NYC. After an arduous hunt, she settled in East Harlem. Here's her story.
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From Williamsburg to Long Island City: I wanted to explore a different neighborhood and lower my expenses
By Kelly Kreth
July 21, 2023 - 09:30 AM
Wanting to explore a different neighborhood and get more for his money, Dr. Muhammad Haseeb decided to ditch Brooklyn and return to his native Queens. Here's his story.
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