What $2,500 rents in NYC right now

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 $2,500/month.

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Kensington

In Kensington, this modern two-bedroom unit is renting for $2,475/month. It has hardwood floors, a dishwasher, and its own balcony. Plus, the building comes with a common laundry room, a gym, bike storage, and a common roof deck. It sits on Newkirk Avenue, near the F train at 18th Avenue.

Jackie Torren and Charlie Pigott for the Corcoran Group

Carroll Gardens

Also in Brooklyn, but in Carroll Gardens, this cute one-bedroom unit is renting for an even $2,500/month. The unit, which sits inside a three-story brownstone, has many charming details including white exposed brick, large windows, a cozy living room, a decorative brick mantel, crown moldings, and French doors.

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Greenwich Village

Meanwhile, in the Greenwich Village, this studio is up for grabs, also renting for $2,500/month. It has hardwood floors and comes with a dishwasher. But perhaps its main perk is its location: It sits inside a prewar building on Waverly Place, near the R and W trains at 8th Street and steps from Washington Square Park.

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Bay Ridge

Back to Brooklyn, in Bay Ridge, a brick house’s entire top floor is renting for $2,500/month. It has three bedrooms, one bathroom, living and dining areas, a kitchen, and five closets. There are also hardwood floors throughout and bay windows. The rent includes hot water and heat. But keep in mind: It doesn’t allow pets.

Andrew Schwartz and Daniel Cohen for the Corcoran Group

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Finally, in Bed-Stuy, a 675-square-foot one-bedroom inside a newish building is renting for $2,495/month. It has modern finishes, hardwood floors, an open kitchen, a roomy living room, and most importantly, its own balcony. Plus, it has a private staircase that leads to the building’s common rooftop terrace. It sits on Jefferson Avenue, near the J and Z trains at Gates Avenue.