The kitchen is the heart of the home. It is where you get together with friends and family, and it is often the deciding factor on which apartment to rent. Here are three rentals that have some of the most unforgettable gourmet kitchens in New York.  55 Thompson Street

Living room at a luxury apartment at 57 Reade Street. Zumper's February’s Rental Report has been released, and its data revealed New York City’s rental market is still second only to San Francisco in its fierce competitiveness and monthly rental price. While 1- and 2-bedrooms are up 7.3 and 3.1 percent, respectively, from last year, February was a slightly less expensive month than January, showing a 1.8 decrease for 1-bedrooms and a 2.4 percent fall for 2-bedrooms.