Replace the window with a vinyl framed "double/triple paned" glass window, available from your local hardware store. Add another window on the inside frame of your existing window. Place a sound barrier in the window frame, blocking the sound (and the light). Use acoustical drapes tove "snap-in" w block sound as they do in Hotels/Motels.
Rather than soundproofing the window after the fact, windows are made of soundproof material. You can get information about that here: http://www.soundproofwindows.com/
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Soundproofing foam is a good method for sound proofing. There are also several other good methods for soundproofing a home.
i would say lead but good luck lining your walls with that it is toxic. It IS the best soundproofing material known except for "Aerogel". It is only toxic if ingested.
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You can visit www.soundprooffoam.com for all your soundproofing foam needs.
wikipedia has an article on it. G to google, type what is soundproofing, and pick the WISEGEEK ARTICLE
www.betterfoam.com sells soundproofing foam and delivers to Oregon
The type of soundproofing that should be used for a basement apartment is by the company Soundproofing. They have many years of experience and offer many services.
Soundproofing walls greatly depends on the thickness of the walls, if it is a temporary soundproofing or a permanent addition and the budget. Information on soundproofing walls in a house can be found online at Home Depot and Lowe's as well as at their retail stores.
Soundproofing foam costs about $50-100 per square feet.
The junk yard would be the best place to look for a window regulator. Then after that go to any auto parts store and ask them where they would suggest you go. This is the best way to go about it.