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New York

New York is a city to plan around a subway line and an individual block. Manhattan does not represent all five boroughs: compare transfers, apartment space and the school journey before choosing an address.

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New York · Lower Manhattan from Liberty Island

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Housing, transport and family

Housing: check the address

HPD explains housing maintenance and responsibilities. At a viewing check heating, hot water, the elevator or stairs, stroller storage and how repairs are requested.

NYC HPD · tenants

Everyday transport

MTA publishes riding, transfer and service-change information. Check train direction, local versus express service and station accessibility; weekend journeys can differ.

MTA · riding the subway

School and family routine

Search Find a School by exact address and grade, then confirm enrollment with NYC Public Schools. The nearest school and a school available to your child may differ.

NYC Public Schools · Find a School

Expense scenario · New York

Your family and routines

Citizenship and purpose are saved with your profile; this calculator does not determine visa eligibility. Check route conditions separately. Conditions

Who's coming
Adults
2
Children
1
Child 1
Housing & bedrooms
Bedrooms, excluding living room
2

Suggested bedrooms: 2. Adults in pairs; children under 8 can share, older children follow your room preference. A planning suggestion, not a legal rule.

Transport & pets
Cats
0
Dogs
0

Visas and entry follow federal rules

Choosing a state does not create separate entry or work rights. National documents, insurance and taxes are covered in the USA guide.

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