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Seek Happiness: New York

This fairly small and charming home gets a lot of natural light; the closeness to the river also makes the home feel peaceful, which is quite rare for homes in this spot. It is found in a traditional, hundred-year-old apartment building with a welcoming tiled lobby. The quaint bedroom design feels particularly inviting and it has lots of storage space. Although the location is not the most convenient, if you are happy with a ten-minute walk to the Subway, you will benefit from a home in a very quiet and private area.

Home truths:
* There are twenty-three steps from the street to the apartment door and there is no elevator available
* While the hundred-year-old apartment building has charming architectural details, the style may not appeal to everyone
* Prepare to get your hands dirty, as there is no dishwasher or laundry facilities in the home
* While the bedroom is quiet, the window opens onto an airshaft
* Two guests would be on a futon bed in the living area