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Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, a weekly column that explores what one can buy 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 for sale for around $450,000.
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Midwood
In Midwood, this two-bedroom co-op is up for grabs, asking an even $450,000. It has one bathroom, five closets, separate living and dining areas, a large foyer, and a dishwasher. But fair warning: The listing says the kitchen and bathroom need an upgrade. The six-story building where it’s located accepts only cats and has an elevator, a laundry room, and a bike room. Maintenance charges are $1,147/month. It’s located on Avenue H, between East 17th and East 18th streets, near the Q train at Avenue H.
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Washington Heights
Asking $435,000, this one-bedroom, 619-square-foot condo in Washington Heights has a living area, one bathroom, four closets, and hardwood floors. It’s in a building with an elevator and a common laundry room, and pets are allowed. Taxes are $226/month and common charges $438/month. It’s located on Riverside Drive, between West 156th and West 157th streets, near the 1 train at 157th Street.
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Upper East Side
On the Upper East Side, this one-bedroom co-op is asking $459,000. It has one bathroom, a small living area, Carrara marble floors and tiles in the bathroom, a dishwasher, and hardwood floors. The five-story walk-up building allows pets. Maintenance charges are $934/month. It’s located on East 73rd Street, between First and Second avenues, near the Q train at 72nd Street.
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Upper West Side
Asking $425,000, this Upper West Side co-op studio has one bathroom, one closet, oak floors, and a large, floor-to-ceiling window with decorative ironwork. The 12-story building where it’s located has three elevators, a common laundry room, and allows both cats and dogs. Maintenance charges come in at $787/month. It’s located on West 69th Street, between Columbus and Broadway, near the 1 train at 66th Street, and a five-minute walk to Central Park.
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Forest Hills
And, finally, in Forest Hills, this two-bedroom co-op is asking $459,000. It has two bathrooms, at least four closets, a large living room area, and a private balcony. The six-story building where it’s located doesn’t allow pets and has a common laundry room. Maintenance charges are $826/month. It’s located on 108th Street, between 62nd Drive and 63rd Avenue, mere steps from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. The nearest trains are the M and R at 63 Drive-Rego Park.
Poll
Which NYC apartment would you choose for $450,000?
This poll is closed
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6%
Midwood
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14%
Washington Heights
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22%
Upper East Side
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21%
Upper West Side
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34%
Forest Hills
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