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Apartments for rent in New York City: What will $1,800 get you?

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Published on November 25, 2019
Apartments for rent in New York City: What will $1,800 get you?979 Summit Ave. | Photos: Zumper

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

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring affordable apartments in New York City with a budget of up to $1,800/month.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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Broadway and West 149th streets (Harlem)

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Check out this studio apartment over at Broadway and West 149th streets. It's listed for $1,705/month.

The apartment includes central heating, hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score, this location is extremely walkable, is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

Cooper Street (Inwood)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at Cooper Street that's going for $1,715/month.

The listing promises hardwood flooring in the apartment. The building offers on-site laundry and an elevator. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is relatively bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the full listing here.)

57th Avenue and Junction Boulevard (Corona)

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Next, check out this studio apartment that's located at 57th Avenue and Junction Boulevard. It's listed for $1,718/month.

The building features an elevator, garage parking, a swimming pool and outdoor space. The apartment also has a deck and a walk-in closet. Cats and dogs are not permitted. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, has some bike infrastructure and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

979 Summit Ave. (Highbridge)

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Listed at $1,725/month, this 415-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 979 Summit Ave.

Building amenities include a gym, an elevator, assigned parking and on-site laundry. The unit also has air conditioning, central heating and hardwood flooring. Animals are not permitted. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, has some bike infrastructure and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)


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