During the dog days of summer, New Yorkers are exploring escape options, affordable housing and how to sell their apartments (quickly). Below, the five most popular posts of the week on Brick Underground:

1. Why two NYC bloggers have decided to move every month—for a year

2. It feels like the Hamptons, but it's commuting distance from Manhattan

3. Three New York couples who opted to share studio apartments—and how they made it work

4. Affordable units available starting at $833/month in a new Murray Hill luxury rental

5. Listing language and an 'emotional connection' can help sell a place—here's proof