npgraphicdesign 2 #1 March 21, 2014 So..currently I am renting an apartment from a family friend. Very old appliances, fridge has been replaces already...and on the day that there was the gas leak/explosion in the Bronx about 100 streets away from me, the super called and said he had to go in my apartment and shut off (and disconnect) my stove because it was leaking gas! My dilemma: the landlord decided to sell the apartment this year, and I'm looking to buy a place in Brooklyn. But since that won't happen for at least 4-5 months, I need to figure out a way to cook my food. The problem is that the kitchen is so old it's a virtual guarantee the new owner will want to replace all of the appliances, cabinets, etc...basically do an overhaul. Even though the landlord said she wants to pay for a stove, the cheapest basic stove I found was around 650-750 (that's including delivery, installation and getting rid of the old one.) So, what are my options if I don't get a stove? Any suggestions? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
countzero 7 #2 March 21, 2014 Microwave, and a hot plate. And if you've got a balcony and are allowed to have it- a little smoky or small gas grill.diamonds are a dawgs best friend Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #3 March 21, 2014 Aren't the landlord's required to make sure you have functioning appliances per your lease agreement? The price of the stove isn't your concern. Family friend or not, chop chop, get me working appliances ASAP. I'm a bitch with those things. That's the reason why I don't do business with friends or family. Anyway, you're in New York EFFING City.... amazing restaurants and take out is my suggestion.Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
npgraphicdesign 2 #4 March 21, 2014 countzero Microwave, and a hot plate. And if you've got a balcony and are allowed to have it- a little smoky or small gas grill. No balcony...i wish... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
npgraphicdesign 2 #5 March 21, 2014 LuckyMcSwervyAren't the landlord's required to make sure you have functioning appliances per your lease agreement? The price of the stove isn't your concern. Family friend or not, chop chop, get me working appliances ASAP. I'm a bitch with those things. That's the reason why I don't do business with friends or family. Anyway, you're in New York EFFING City.... amazing restaurants and take out is my suggestion. She's a really good family friend. And first thing she did was give me her credit card info and said 'go buy a stove'. After I priced it out, it turned out to be quite expensive. And considering how little she charges me for rent (I'm paying about a 1/3 of what i'd pay for a similar apartment if I was in an official lease agreement) I want to talk to her first and see if she's ok spending almost $800 on something that will potentially be disposed off 6 months later. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phillbo 11 #6 March 21, 2014 Call a rental place (we have a company called Renta Center around here) that rents appliances and see what the cost would be to rent until you buy a new place. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #7 March 21, 2014 npgraphicdesign***Aren't the landlord's required to make sure you have functioning appliances per your lease agreement? The price of the stove isn't your concern. Family friend or not, chop chop, get me working appliances ASAP. I'm a bitch with those things. That's the reason why I don't do business with friends or family. Anyway, you're in New York EFFING City.... amazing restaurants and take out is my suggestion. She's a really good family friend. And first thing she did was give me her credit card info and said 'go buy a stove'. After I priced it out, it turned out to be quite expensive. And considering how little she charges me for rent (I'm paying about a 1/3 of what i'd pay for a similar apartment if I was in an official lease agreement) I want to talk to her first and see if she's ok spending almost $800 on something that will potentially be disposed off 6 months later. See? Emotions involved worrying about what she'd deem expensive for a short period of time. What you pay in rent doesn't matter. Buy it and be done!!Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #8 March 21, 2014 Induction burner, toaster oven and microwave should work fine. Also, for the oven...is there a Habitat for Humanity nearby? Often people will donate perfectly good appliances and you can get a good deal there.She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDekker 1,098 #9 March 21, 2014 skymamaInduction burner, toaster oven and microwave should work fine. Also, for the oven...is there a Habitat for Humanity nearby? Often people will donate perfectly good appliances and you can get a good deal there. ^^this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,089 #10 March 21, 2014 This is a great hot plate, and cheap. Or you can go electric, and not have to replace canisters. With a decent toaster oven (and yes, used goods stores are your friends -- even Goodwill might have toaster ovens), you can do just about anything -- I cook a lot, and almost never use the regular oven. And a counter-top microwave (which you might already have). For really cheap, there's always one of these and a lot of ramen Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 253 #11 March 21, 2014 wmw999This is a great hot plate, and cheap. I have one very similar to that i keep in my truck just because - its great to cook on too - really fast. Surprising how many times it has come in useful!Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,029 #12 March 21, 2014 npgraphicdesign***Aren't the landlord's required to make sure you have functioning appliances per your lease agreement? The price of the stove isn't your concern. Family friend or not, chop chop, get me working appliances ASAP. I'm a bitch with those things. That's the reason why I don't do business with friends or family. Anyway, you're in New York EFFING City.... amazing restaurants and take out is my suggestion. She's a really good family friend. And first thing she did was give me her credit card info and said 'go buy a stove'. After I priced it out, it turned out to be quite expensive. And considering how little she charges me for rent (I'm paying about a 1/3 of what i'd pay for a similar apartment if I was in an official lease agreement) I want to talk to her first and see if she's ok spending almost $800 on something that will potentially be disposed off 6 months later. It sounds like you might be "assuming" that she would get rid of it prior to the sale. Best to talk with her and see if she wants a short-term cheapo or something that can help with the transition and remain with the apartment. If cheapo... I checked your local craigslist. Lotsa 200-3000 stoves for sale.Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
npgraphicdesign 2 #13 March 23, 2014 BIGUN ******Aren't the landlord's required to make sure you have functioning appliances per your lease agreement? The price of the stove isn't your concern. Family friend or not, chop chop, get me working appliances ASAP. I'm a bitch with those things. That's the reason why I don't do business with friends or family. Anyway, you're in New York EFFING City.... amazing restaurants and take out is my suggestion. She's a really good family friend. And first thing she did was give me her credit card info and said 'go buy a stove'. After I priced it out, it turned out to be quite expensive. And considering how little she charges me for rent (I'm paying about a 1/3 of what i'd pay for a similar apartment if I was in an official lease agreement) I want to talk to her first and see if she's ok spending almost $800 on something that will potentially be disposed off 6 months later. It sounds like you might be "assuming" that she would get rid of it prior to the sale. Best to talk with her and see if she wants a short-term cheapo or something that can help with the transition and remain with the apartment. If cheapo... I checked your local craigslist. Lotsa 200-3000 stoves for sale. Guess I wasn't clear. ;) I meant that the future buyers would most likely get rid of it. Her real estate agent thought so too. Before I moved in, she had the apartment for almost 25 year, and in that time there have been no renovations of any kind done. The kitchen looks like it was built back in the 80s...because..well..it was. Actually, someone just moved into an apartment four doors down...and they tore out the interior completely and rebuilt it before they did. So...ya... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,029 #14 March 24, 2014 I gotchya now. No help here... I hate microwaves.Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #15 March 24, 2014 I do ok with a hot plate and a small toaster oven. I can't cook everything I would like, but it's ok. Especially of it's for the short-term."There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TriGirl 268 #16 March 24, 2014 npgraphicdesign Guess I wasn't clear. ;) I meant that the future buyers would most likely get rid of it. Her real estate agent thought so too. Before I moved in, she had the apartment for almost 25 year, and in that time there have been no renovations of any kind done. The kitchen looks like it was built back in the 80s...because..well..it was. Actually, someone just moved into an apartment four doors down...and they tore out the interior completely and rebuilt it before they did. So...ya... So, your landlord won't actually be "out" any money, since she's going to sell the place, and the new stove with it. Unless you want to take that new stove with you and buy it off of her when you leave/buy your new place, that's something for the new owners to worry about.See the upside, and always wear your parachute! -- Christopher Titus Shut Up & Jump! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites