Hello,

The price I am seeking is 1350 a month and lower.

My name is Zachary Braden, and I’m currently looking for a long-term private room in either Manhattan or Brooklyn. Ideally, the space would have laundry in-unit or in the building, a dishwasher, and be reasonably close to a subway station, as I commute to Midtown 3 to 5 days a week for work. Being near grocery stores and good food is always a huge plus.

I’m open to living in just about any neighborhood in Brooklyn or Manhattan that offers a reasonable commute to Midtown. I’m hoping to avoid areas that are a bit farther out, like Midwood or Borough Park, as those commutes can get a little long for me.

As for roommates, I’m looking for people who are laid-back and don’t take life too seriously. I’m open to living with folks of any gender or orientation—my main priority is being kind and respectful to one another. I’d ideally love a living situation that strikes a nice balance between friendship and independence, as I really value my downtime. Cleanliness is also important to me; I truly believe a clean home makes life ten times easier. On a plus side I do have a Costco membership so we can order household things in bulk for cheap!

About This Lister

I’m very clean and believe in maintaining a tidy, welcoming home. While I enjoy grabbing dinner or drinks now and then, I tend to keep to myself and rarely bring the party home. I’m easygoing and friendly when the occasion calls for it, but I also really value my downtime and personal space.

In my free time, I’m excited to explore everything the city has to offer—especially its amazing dining scene and cozy cafes where I can occasionally work. I’m a big fan of movies, art, and discovering new things. I try to stay active (currently going through a bit of a calisthenics phase), and I work in tech as a motion designer—so anything related to tech, art, or design always grabs my attention. Overall, I’d say I’m laid-back and try not to take life too seriously.

I like to keep a good balance—eating clean most of the time, but also being a bit of a “pretend foodie.” I care about my health, but exploring new foods is just too good to pass up. I don’t smoke, and I usually only drink on special occasions.

My pronouns are he/him.

If you have a room that sounds like a good fit, feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect and chat more!