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So what can we tell you about New York that you don't already know? We're sure that you know that this state ranks in the top three for the most populace, with over 19 million inhabitants. This state holds the largest city in the nation, New York City, which is undeniably one of the most vibrant and exciting destinations in the world. It's also no doubt that this state is the country's strongest symbol for the promise of freedom and the American dream.
Known as "The Empire State," New York State has been this nation's core for politics, finance, industry, transportation and culture since the 17th century. The northern upstate area is less popular and is home to a few small and medium-sized cities and is often called "Upstate New York." The southeastern region of the state is called "Downstate New York," which is primarily the metropolis of New York City and has thousands of apartments to choose from.
Besides "The Big Apple," New York is well known for its beautiful countryside. Niagara Falls, the Adirondacks, the Catskills, and the Hudson River constantly awe spectators. Adirondack Park is the largest state park in the United States and is larger than the Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Glacier and Olympic National parks combined. Bet you didn't know that.
No matter your location and interests, New York State will have the type of apartment you desire. Don't be surprised though, the price of apartments can be a bit steep, especially in the city. The cost of living in New York State is 20 percent higher than the national average and a lot of this stems from New York City's popularity. Apartments are registering 40 percent above the national average, so expect to pay more the closer you get to Manhattan.
New York City is indisputably the most recognizable and outstanding feature of New York State, famous for the arts, culture and big business with some of the world's largest corporations making this city their home. Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Syracuse and Albany, the capital of New York State, are the state's largest cities and offer a nice selection of apartments to choose from.
New York City Apartments
New York is fondly referred to as, "The city that never sleeps." Day and night, New York City buzzes with activity. It is the largest city in the state and is made up of The Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island. Besides apartments, there are plenty of employment opportunities to explore from manufacturing to entertainment. New York City is home to the largest stock exchange in the world. The amount of people living in New York City can make it difficult to find a fairly priced apartment but not impossible. It is a given that apartments in this city will be expensive, given the city's high cost of living. According to recent ratings on the Internet, a nice apartment can be as high as $2,000 a month, if not higher.
Buffalo Apartments
The second largest city in New York State is Buffalo, located in the western region of the state on the eastern shores of Lake Erie. The immediate city has nearly 300,000 but the metropolitan area has over a million residents. Buffalo has a reputation for very cold and snowy weather so you'll want to stay close to your apartment heaters in the long winter months. Another claim to fame is the city's Buffalo wings, which are pretty popular when the Bills are playing football. You'll also enjoy the price of apartments in Buffalo, starting in the $550 range.
Albany Apartments
The capital of New York State is the "The jewel in New York's crown," Albany. Albany is located along the Hudson River and is the second oldest state capital in the country. Can you believe that the oldest capital in the nation is Santa Fe, New Mexico? Actually, Albany wasn't the state's first capital, Kingston was the first. Today, the city of Albany is still relatively small with a population just over 100,000. It has remained true to its heritage and has maintained its charm throughout the years. If you are a fan of architecture, museums, restaurants and history, you'll be happy to hear that your apartment is close by and priced within reason. The cost of living in Albany is below the national average and the average price of an apartment is in the $700 range.
