87-Year-Old Needs Roommate to Afford Rent

Alan Ferber, 87, shares a $2,000 monthly rent for a 500-square-foot apartment in New York City with 69-year-old Daniel Yafet, as rising costs make living alone challenging. They were matched by the New York Foundation for Senior Citizens, which connects older adults seeking affordable housing. With over 1 million seniors living with non-relatives in 2024, financial strain is growing, exacerbated by a 41% increase in one-bedroom rents since 2020. Ferber relies on part-time work at Costco to manage expenses, while Yafet appreciates the benefits of having a roommate.

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