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Apartments for rent in New York City: What will $4,000 get you?

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Published on March 24, 2020
Apartments for rent in New York City: What will $4,000 get you? 70 W. 45th St. | Photo: 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 hunting down affordable apartments in New York City if you don't want to spend more than $4,000/month on rent.

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

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70 W. 45th St. (Midtown)

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Listed at $3,901/month, this 661-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 70 W. 45th St.

In the residence, you can expect a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Amenities offered in the building include a gym and a roof deck. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and has excellent transit.

(See the complete listing here.)

510 W. 52nd St. (Hell's Kitchen)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot located at 510 W. 52nd St. It's listed for $3,902/month.

The building boasts on-site laundry, a roof deck and garage parking. The listing also promises hardwood flooring in the residence. Animals are not welcome. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

40 Gold St. (Financial District)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 40 Gold St., here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $3,917/month.

In the apartment, which comes furnished, the listing promises stainless steel appliances and hardwood flooring. Building amenities include a gym and an elevator. Pets are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

150 E. 34th St. (Kips Bay)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence located at 150 E. 34th St. It's listed for $3,920/month.

In the unit, expect to find a dishwasher and stainless steel appliances. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is extremely walkable, is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

436 Albee Square West (Downtown Brooklyn)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 436 Albee Square West that's going for $4,000/month.

In the unit, the listing promises a dishwasher, a deck, in-unit laundry and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the full listing here.)


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