Finding an affordable apartment in a great neighborhood isn't easy. But they're out there, with new finds hitting the market every day. Below you'll find a handful of recently-listed apartments in your favorite neighborhoods, all for under $500,000.
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Studio, 1 bath
Listed Jul 13, 2017; Douglas Elliman
A Madison Avenue top-floor studio? A block from Central Park on the Upper East Side? For less than $500K? Why yes, dear, it's all true. Elevator, doorman, great light, all yours too.
Studio, 1 bath
Listed Aug 7, 2017; Halstead
Another dream location, this time on the Upper West Side, on a postcard-pretty block surrounded by historic townhouses. It's newly-renovated with a custom murphy bed; according to the listing, the studio also has a rare and amazing vaulted ceiling by famed architect Guastavino. Laundry and storage come with the building, as does a roof deck.
1 bed, 1 bath
Listed July 14, 2017; Town Residential
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Here's one of those impossibly adorable East Village apartments that almost seems too good to be true. This one's renovated, with one bedroom, open city views and a low monthly maintenance fee. The building also offers a common back yard for residents. This, too, is an HDFC income-restricted unit, so for qualifying buyers, it might be a dream come true after all.
1 bed, 1 bath
Listed Aug 3, 2017; Halstead
Brooklyn is here to stay, and Crown Heights, besides being a great place to live, isn't getting any cheaper. This brand-spanking-new duplex condominium in the neighborhood's best location looks like a pretty good deal. From a kitchen full of Bertazzoni, Bosch and Blomberg to central air, details are top-notch. The building has a roof terrace and storage, too.
Studio, 1 bath
Listed Aug 3, 2017; Loho Realty
Hillman Coop, 530 Grand Street, #JGD
This Lower East Side studio has the rare full-size, renovated, windowed (and rather charming) kitchen plus a large main living are, separate dressing area and oversized closets, not to mention the bonus of being in a great neighborhood. Building amenities include a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center and laundry room, a children's playroom, private parks and playgrounds, a community garden, composting, parking and more.
1 bed, 1 bath
Listing Updated Aug 4, 2017; Oxford Property Group
This one-bedroom apartment is blessed with high ceilings and hardwood floors, on a beautiful tree-lined street just a block from the new Q train. Aside from Q train cred and Upper East Side cachet you'll get a laundry room, a live in super–and the right to sublet the place from the word go, which is rare for a co-op.
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