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Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, a weekly column that explores what one can rent for a set dollar amount in various NYC neighborhoods. Is one man’s studio another man’s townhouse? Let’s find out! Today, we’re looking at apartments renting around $3,000/month.
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Chinatown
A two-bedroom apartment close to Seward Park is renting for $3,000/month. In addition to those two bedrooms, the apartment has new kitchen appliances, a washer/dryer, and plenty of exposed brick. The building is located on Essex Street, just a short walk from the East Broadway stop on the F line.
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Astoria
What does $3,000/month rent in a brand-new Queens building? At Halletts Point in Astoria, it rents a one-bedroom apartment with huge windows, plenty of closet space, and modern appliances. (Of note: $3,000/month is the net annual rent, after a one-time free month is applied to the regular price.) The building is close to a NYC Ferry stop, but about a mile from the Astoria Boulevard subway stop.
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Greenwood
In Greenwood (or Greenwood Heights?), a one-bedroom that occupies the ground floor of a small house is renting for $3,000/month. Despite having only one bedroom, the apartment is pretty spacious—about 925 square feet—and has access to a backyard. It’s located on Fifth Avenue, a couple of blocks from the R at 25th Street.
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Chelsea
For $2,995/month, there’s a one-bedroom in a co-op building smack in the middle of Chelsea. The kitchen has new appliances and plenty of cabinet space, and there’s a lovely decorative fireplace in the living room that adds character. It’s located on West 21st Street between Seventh and Eighth Avenues.
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Dumbo
And finally, in Dumbo, an apartment that could charitably be called a junior one-bedroom is renting for an even $3,000/month. The bedroom area isn’t huge, but on the bright side, the apartment is relatively new, with modern appliances and big windows. It’s also in a prime location: on Jay Street close to the F at York Street.
Poll
Which NYC apartment would you choose for $3,000/month?
This poll is closed
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28%
Chinatown
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9%
Astoria
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4%
Greenwood
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42%
Chelsea
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15%
Dumbo
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