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Renting in New York City: What will $3,500 get you?

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Published on June 18, 2019
Renting in New York City: What will $3,500 get you?27-19 44th Drive. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in New York City?

We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating housing in New York City if you've got $3,500/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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27-19 44th Drive (Long Island City)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

First up, listed for $3,410/month, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence over at 27-19 44th Drive. 

The building has a fitness center and bike parking. The residence features large windows. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

228 W. 71st St. (Upper West Side)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 577-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence that's located at 228 W. 71st St. It's listed for $3,412/month.

The residence has a dishwasher, hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet and stainless steel appliances. Pet owners, take heed: cats and dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

331 E. Houston St. (Lower East Side)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 331 E. Houston St., here's a studio apartment that's listed for $3,415/month.

The unit has a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. The building has bike parking. Both cats and dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

50 Orange St. (Brooklyn Heights)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 50 Orange St. It's listed for $3,416/month.

The unit includes a dishwasher, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The building boasts on-site laundry and bike parking. Pets are not welcome. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score, this location is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

33 Gold St. (Financial District)

Photo: Zumper

Finally, ere's a studio apartment at 33 Gold St. that's going for $3,418/month.

Building amenities include concierge service, an elevator, on-site laundry and additional storage space. In the unit, expect to see a balcony and high ceilings. Animals are not allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(See the full listing here.)

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