Need a New Place Quick? These Rentals Are Ready for an April 1 Move-In
By March 17, 2021
Spring is in the air, and New York City is starting to ease into the swing of it. Inventory is still up, and prices are still super attractive, so it’s a great time to make a move. If you’re ready for something new, here are 10 great rentals in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens that are available ASAP. NYC apartments for an April move-in: Which would you pick?
We kick off our tour of NYC apartments for an April move-in with this sparkling Lenox Hill 2-bedroom. With condo finishes including a dishwasher and in-unit washer/dryer, it’s a heck of a deal. It’s a great location, too, on a quiet tree-lined block. No wonder more than 180 StreetEasy shoppers call this a favorite. Jed Wilder and Jake Kerrigan at Compass are the listing agents.
This NYC apartment for an April move-in occupies the sweet spot where Hell’s Kitchen meets Midtown. Central Park, Columbus Circle, the Theater District, and all the great spots along Ninth Avenue are at your disposal. The oversized 1-bedroom boasts hardwoods and a fantastic kitchen with dishwasher. Plus, three months free brings the net-effective rate to $1,875. Scott Saltiel and Max Pletnev at Douglas Elliman are the listing agents.
If you and your friends want room to spread out, check out this massive 4-bed/2-bath in East Harlem. Gut renovated, it retains old-school exposed brick but is otherwise all new. Every bedroom fits a queen-size, so no one has to squeeze into a twin. Plus there’s a dishwasher, a skylight, and more. Ori Rosenberg at GZB Realty is the listing agent.
Go high-end downtown! This huge 1-bedroom with a balcony is in the Seaport neighborhood, one of NYC’s most historic enclaves. The Lara has a slew of amenities, too, including a state-of-the art gym and multiple terraces. Leasing incentives bring the net-effective rate to $2,829. Contact the Lara leasing office for details.
Our first stop in Brooklyn is this handsome Bushwick 2-bedroom. It makes a great share, but at this price, it’s a perfect place to live and work solo, too. There’s a beautiful kitchen with dishwasher, and a ton of building amenities too. (Think a gym, rooftop terrace, pet spa, and parking.) Karen Poleschuck at Rentopia is the listing agent.
Savvy shoppers are calling this prewar Brooklyn Heights 1-bedroom a favorite. Naturally! It’s a lovely home, with parquet floors and other original details, plus an upgraded kitchen with dishwasher. The location right near the Promenade is sublime. And landlord incentives bring the net-effective rate to just under $2,400. David Gibbs at Cooper & Cooper is the listing agent on this NYC apartment for an April move-in.
Feast your eyes on this brand-new Williamsburg 2-bedroom. This NYC apartment for an April move-in offers views galore. The ultra-contemporary vibe resonates throughout. There’s an open kitchen with dishwasher, a floating vanity in the modern bathroom, and central air. And high-end facilities in the building include parking, laundry, and a gym. Metro Prop NY is the leasing firm.
In the mood to treat yourself? Check out this luxurious Greenpoint 1-bedroom in an amenity-studded rental development. (Yes, there’s a pool!) Super sleek design delivers a spa-like bathroom and an open kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast bar. In-unit laundry makes life a breeze. Plus, incentives bring the net-effective rate to $3,207. The leasing office can be contacted on the listing.
We head to Sunnyside for our next NYC apartment for an April move-in. It’s a spacious and homey corner unit — and a great deal at $1,900. The renovated kitchen offers a dishwasher and eat-in dining area. There’s also a big foyer entry and great closet space. This unit is set in a co-op and requires board approval. But what a nice, affordable place to call home. Bonnie Milcarek at Welcome Home Real Estate is the listing agent.
Our last stop lands us in another fab Queens neighborhood: Astoria. Share this 3-bedroom/1.5-bath townhouse unit with a friend, and live large. With 1,200 square feet, beautiful hardwoods, and a renovated kitchen with dishwasher, it’s warm and welcoming. There’s a laundry room in the basement, too. Henry Davis at Oxford is the listing agent for this NYC apartment for an April move-in.