Good Old Lower East Side

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Welcome to GOLES!

GOLES was founded in 1977 by community members determined to preserve affordable housing and prevent further neighborhood displacement and homelessness, which had accelerated during the 1970's.

GOLES is a neighborhood housing and preservation organization serving the Lower East Side of Manhattan dedicated to Read More...

Pages & Links

Pages created by us and Links concerning our neighborhood and local area.

Documents & Pages: Add; New Community Center Opening on Houston and the Bowery; NON-PROFIT SPACE AVAILABLE FOR RENT; GOLES INFORMATION; HOUSING INFORMATION

External Links: Add; Citizens Committee for New York City; New York City Police Dept.; The Department of Youth & Community Development; New York City Web site

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I have lived in the LES for about 7 years. I have been subletting an hdfc low-income co-op for $800. I recently found out that there are major restrictions on subletting and that profits are not to be... more

Started: April 23rd 2003Replies: 1

Rentals???

Hi, I've been looking around for an AFFORDABLE rental in Manhattan but, as we all know, this is not an easy task! Does anyone know of any affordable rentals on the LES??? I'm looking for a 2BR. Thanks more

Started: November 6th 2006Replies: 0

LES safety

Hi, I am coming to NY and have found an apartment to sublet for the week. Could anyone tell me the safety of the area around Madison St & Allen on the LES? It looks to be near the Washington Bridge.... more

Started: December 12th 2005Replies: 0

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Neighborhood Resource Guide

Find essential information for homeowners, associations, and the community.

Homeowners Insurance: Twelve Ways To Save: The price you pay for your homeowners insurance can vary by hundreds of dollars, depending on the insurance company you buy your policy from. Here are some things to consider when buying homeowners insurance. ...
Tags: Thrifty – Homeowner – Financial
Deed Restriction Enforcement: Neighbor complaints probably generate the greatest number of phone calls to a property manager from homeowners living in a community association. My neighbor won't pick up after his dog. My neighbor parks his...
Tags: Regulations