A punishing housing market has conditioned some people to have low expectations, but others aren’t afraid to be demanding.

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I’m endlessly fascinated by the ways people with vastly diverse needs and preferences find their homes in New York City’s turbulent, unforgiving housing market. Tell us about your apartment hunt.