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Search by commute, rent-controlled, near your gym. Get alerted the moment it's listed.

Get notified instantly when new listings match. 100% free.

or browse rent-stabilized apartments

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Leaseswap find NYC apartments?
Leaseswap aggregates listings from StreetEasy, RentHop, Craigslist, and LeaseBreak into one search. We also have a peer-to-peer network where NYC tenants share apartments before they hit public listing sites.
Is Leaseswap free to use?
Yes. Apartment search, rental alerts, and the Guess the Rent game are completely free. Premium features like unlimited alerts and priority notifications are available with a paid plan.
How fast are Leaseswap rental alerts?
Instant alerts are delivered within minutes of a new listing being posted. You can choose instant, daily, or weekly digest notifications via email or push.
Can I filter for rent-stabilized apartments?
Yes. Leaseswap is one of the few platforms that lets you filter specifically for rent-stabilized apartments. We cross-reference listings with the DHCR rent-stabilized building registry to verify status.
What makes Leaseswap different from StreetEasy?
Leaseswap offers natural language search (e.g., "1BR under $3k near Trader Joe's"), commute-based filtering, rent-stabilized apartment verification, and instant alerts across multiple listing platforms — not just one source.

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