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 $2,600/month.
Astoria
In Astoria, this two-bedroom apartment is renting for $2,575/month. It has one bathroom, a large living room, a separate dining area, and hardwood floors. It sits within a two-story house that allows pets. It’s located on 48th Street, between Astoria Boulevard North and Ditmars Boulevard. The closest trains are the N and W at Ditmars Boulevard.
Williamsburg
Renting for an even $2,600/month, this one-bedroom condo in Williamsburg has one bathroom, a private balcony, a living room area, hardwood floors, a dishwasher, and an in-unit washer/dryer. The 512-square-foot unit sits within a seven-story building that allows cats and dogs and has an elevator, a gym, and a common rooftop. It’s located on Maspeth Avenue, between Kingsland Avenue and Olive Street, mere steps from Cooper Park and near the L train at Graham Avenue.
East New York
Also renting for $2,600/month, this three-bedroom unit has one bathroom, a large living area, five closets, and a dishwasher. It sits within a new building that is pet friendly (on a case-by-case basis) and has a common rooftop. It’s located on Fountain Avenue, between Atlantic and Liberty avenues, mere steps from City Line Park and near the J and Z trains at Norwood Avenue.
Crown Heights
This oddly laid-out Crown Heights one-bedroom is also renting for $2,600/month. It has one bathroom, a private balcony, and a dishwasher. The unit sits within an eight-story building that is pet-friendly and has a gym, a common rooftop, and a common laundry room. It’s located on Saint Marks Avenue, between Franklin and Classon avenues, near the Franklin Avenue shuttle train on Park Place, and a walkable distance to Prospect Park.
Downtown Brooklyn
And, finally, in Downtown Brooklyn, this studio is renting for $2,584/month. It has one bathroom, hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a dishwasher. It sits within a 51-story rental building that allows both cats and dogs and has a gym and a common laundry room. It’s located on Lawrence Street, between Willoughby Street and MetroTech Center, mere steps from the transit hub at MetroTech and a 10-minute park to Fort Greene Park.
Poll
Which NYC apartment would you choose for $2,600/month?
This poll is closed
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26%
Astoria
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30%
Williamsburg
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11%
East New York
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16%
Crown Heights
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14%
Downtown Brooklyn
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