Question: onerous leasebreak term

Points) on 7/13/08 at 9:21am

I found an apartment in NYC that I like, but landlord wants a lease break fine of 2 months rent if I terminate the lease within one year.

Is this the normal industry standard term? I find that very onerous. What does your lease say about termination within one year?

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Points) on 7/13/08 at 10:09am

No he is screwing you, it is usually 1 month, and that is ONLY if you yourself can find a new tenant.

Points) on 7/14/08 at 3:18pm

Unless you have a specific term in your lease that will allow you out, in NYC they don't have to, PERIOD.

So, your options are to sublet, or to negotiate with him.