Sometimes, it's more of a question of where there's available space. Most of us realize that New York City is comprised of five boroughs - Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Staten Island. Each is distinct in its character. Manhattan, of course, is the most fervent in its pace, dominated by skyscrapers, yellow cabs, cross-town buses and harried commuters. Due to the particularly large concentration of international corporations here and the wealth of resources, the cost of living tends to be particularly high in Manhattan.
Convenience is expensive.
The Internet boasts many, many sites that can help you formulate your itinerary if a trip to New York is in your future. And if a relocation to the Big Apple is in your plans, the Internet may well prove to be your best friend in the months ahead. Do your homework early and online. Find yourself a good Realtor via the Internet, and begin your home search early. Perhaps in New York more than anywhere else, it's critical to have an ally who's familiar with the market and the inventory.