{"id":3016,"date":"2024-10-24T07:30:36","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T11:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/new-york\/?p=3016"},"modified":"2024-10-24T07:30:36","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T11:30:36","slug":"was-800000-enough-for-a-dog-friendly-two-bedroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/new-york\/2024\/10\/24\/was-800000-enough-for-a-dog-friendly-two-bedroom\/","title":{"rendered":"Was $800,000 Enough for a Dog-Friendly Two-Bedroom"},"content":{"rendered":"

Job Transfer Leads to a Passion Project and a NYC Home<\/strong><\/p>\n

A job transfer of sorts brought Katie Muela and Arsy Khodabandelou to New York from Maryland a few years ago.<\/p>\n

From Maryland to New York City<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ms. Muela was working as a nanny for a family that was relocating to the city from the Washington, D.C., area, so she and Mr. Khodabandelou took it \u201cas an opportunity to move to New York for fun,\u201d she said. That was just before Covid shut down the city. Disappointed, the couple retreated to Maryland after a year. But after the pandemic, they were eager to return, and landed in a one-bedroom on the Upper East Side for around $2,600 a month.<\/p>\n

Finding the Perfect Neighborhood<\/strong><\/p>\n

They fell in love with their bustling Yorkville neighborhood. \u201cWe got to know our neighbors and see them at the dog park every day,\u201d said Ms. Muela, 33.<\/p>\n

Inspiration Strikes<\/strong><\/p>\n

One day, Mr. Khodabandelou, who works in software sales, found himself worrying about their dogs, who were home alone. Friends and family were back in Maryland. It gave him the idea to hire a software engineer and create a pet-rescue app, Woof, which notifies emergency contacts if pets are left alone longer than expected.<\/p>\n

Shark Tank Appearance<\/strong><\/p>\n

The nascent business landed Mr. Khodabandelou, 35, on the TV show \u201cShark Tank\u201d in 2023, though it didn\u2019t land him a deal. Nevertheless, he said, \u201cIt was the coolest experience of my life.\u201d<\/p>\n

Growing Out of Their Space<\/strong><\/p>\n

The couple, who will marry next month, were outgrowing their small apartment. In the basement laundry room, the machines were often broken. And they had little counter space, making it difficult to cook and host guests. \u201cWe didn\u2019t have anywhere to sit,\u201d said Ms. Muela, who now works as a court reporter. \u201cWe ate on our couch. Why, at this age and stage of us wanting to start our future, would we not purchase?\u201d<\/p>\n

The Search for a New Home<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some of Mr. Khodabandelou\u2019s old friends were having children and buying houses. \u201cSo it was in the back of my mind,\u201d he said. \u201cDo I want to be in New York or go back to Maryland and buy a house?\u201d The couple decided to stick around and get an apartment \u2014 dog-friendly, of course \u2014 near their rental, on the far Upper East Side. They aimed for a two-bedroom or a large one-bedroom, and quickly realized that they\u2019d have to adjust their budget.<\/p>\n

Finding the Right Realtor and the Right Space<\/strong><\/p>\n

Online last winter, they found Annette Mulligan, then a licensed salesperson at Keller Williams NYC and now at the Corcoran Group, who explained the difference between co-ops and condominiums and noted that dog policies differ among buildings. \u201cI am not a picky person,\u201d Mr. Khodabandelou said. \u201cI fell in love with every single place that we saw.\u201d But those places often sold quickly. Ms. Muela was more particular. \u201cI definitely was a brat at first,\u201d she said. \u201cI wanted two bedrooms, a washer-dryer and outdoor space.\u201d<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

After much searching, the couple finally found their new home, a two-bedroom condo with a washer-dryer and outdoor space, for $800,000. They are thrilled to have found a place that meets their needs and can accommodate their growing family.<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q: What is the average price range for a one-bedroom apartment in New York City?
\nA: The average price range for a one-bedroom apartment in New York City is around $2,000 to $3,000 per month.<\/p>\n

Q: What is the difference between a co-op and a condominium?
\nA: A co-op is a shared ownership structure where shareholders own shares in a corporation that owns the building, while a condominium is a type of ownership where individual owners own their own units.<\/p>\n

Q: What is Woof, the pet-rescue app?
\nA: Woof is a pet-rescue app that notifies emergency contacts if pets are left alone longer than expected.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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