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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 $600,000.
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Gramercy Park
This 630-square-foot studio in Gramercy Park is asking an even $600,000. But don’t be fooled by its size: It has an alcove section, high ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a skylight, all of which give it an airy feel. The building, on Lexington Avenue, allows both cats and dogs and has a bike room and a common laundry room. Monthlies are relatively high, though, at $1,289.
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Harlem
In Harlem, this modern one-bedroom condo has a spacious living room, white oak floors, large windows, in-unit washer/dryer, and a dishwasher. It’s located close to St. Nicholas Park and the A, C, and B trains at 135th Street. It’s going for $622,000, with taxes at $132/month and common charges $384/month.
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Park Slope
Meanwhile, in Park Slope, this lovely one-bedroom condo is on the market for $615,000. It has plenty going for it: a wood-burning fireplace in its living room, exposed brick, high ceilings, and original tin inlays. Plus, it comes with an in-unit washer/dryer, a dishwasher, and three closets. Taxes for the unit are $120/month and common charges $469/month.
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Murray Hill
A co-op studio in Murray Hill is asking $625,000. The compact apartment has an alcove space, a dishwasher, and hardwood floors, The building has a common laundry room and garden, but it doesn’t allow pets. Monthlies are $808/month. It’s located seven blocks from Grand Central Terminal.
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Long Island City
Finally, in Long Island City, this new one-bedroom condo has a $595,000 price tag. It has a spacious living room, a dishwasher, two closets, large windows, and its own balcony. Taxes come in at $455/month and common charges at $435/month. The building has a common laundry room and bike storage.
Poll
Which NYC apartment would you choose for $600,000?
This poll is closed
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25%
Gramercy Park
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22%
Harlem
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23%
Park Slope
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6%
Murray Hill
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22%
Long Island City
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