New York City is a tough place to find an apartment, as we all know. People panic about not getting enough for their money, which is why we’re taking a weekly look at what you can get in this town for around $1,000 per person (and we promise, there’ll be no nightmare apartment listing). No one wants to end up in the world’s most depressing apartment (and equally, not everyone has the cash to get the kind of place Obama could afford to rent if he moves to New York), so take a look at these attractive, spacious places—but do it quickly, because they will be gone before you know it. Come back next week for more of our top picks from real-estate site Zumper’s inventory. And if you’re still struggling, try our NYC apartments guide.
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Three-bedroom in Prospect Heights, $3,483/month ($1,161 per person)
Two blocks from Prospect Park? Don’t mind if we do! We’re sold on the location alone at this updated prewar abode (hello, Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Brooklyn Museum), but a shiny new kitchen, dishwasher and in-unit washer and dryer seal the deal.
Three-bedroom in Prospect Heights, $3,483/month ($1,161 per person)
Three-bedroom in Prospect Heights, $3,483/month ($1,161 per person)
Three-bedroom in Harlem, $2,995/month ($998 per person)
Uptown life looks pretty sweet at this brand-spanking-new flat just above Central Park. For starters, the kitchen boasts a dishwasher, shiny-as-hell granite counters and tons of cabinet space, plus exposed brick, old-school detailing and a walk-in closet (good luck with the inevitable battle over which roommate gets it).
Three-bedroom in Harlem, $2,995/month ($998 per person)
Three-bedroom in Harlem, $2,995/month ($998 per person)
Three-bedroom in Bed-Stuy, $2,750/month ($917 per person)
Holy spaciousness, Batman! This renovated Bed-Stuy pad isn’t lacking for room, based on the photos (we can barely make out the kitchen in the distance). On top of that, it’s equipped with always-coveted skylights, exposed brick for days, a dishwasher and two full bathrooms.
Three-bedroom in Bed-Stuy, $2,750/month ($917 per person)
Three-bedroom in Bed-Stuy, $2,750/month ($917 per person)
Three-bedroom in Greenpoint, $3,700/month ($1,233 per person)
This sunny North Brooklyn spot might be the priciest of this week’s picks, but you have to admit it looks pretty nice: loads of natural light thanks to windows in every room, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a good amount of counter space, and a killer location right by McCarren Park.
Three-bedroom in Greenpoint, $3,700/month ($1,233 per person)
Three-bedroom in Greenpoint, $3,700/month ($1,233 per person)
Three-bedroom in the East Village, $2,900/month ($967 per person)
This listing seems too good to be true: a prime East Village location for under a grand apiece. It appears to be on the smaller side, but it has a decent-looking kitchen, exposed brick, hardwood floors and plenty of natural light. Besides, you don’t move to the East Village to stay home, amirite?
Three-bedroom in the East Village, $2,900/month ($967 per person)
Three-bedroom in the East Village, $2,900/month ($967 per person)
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