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1277 E 14th St,
Brooklyn, NY 11230
$2,770 - $3,668
1-3 Beds
139 Emerson Pl
139 Emerson Pl,
Brooklyn,
NY
11205
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Elevator
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
About 139 Emerson Pl Brooklyn, NY 11205
Find your new place at 139 Emerson Pl in Brooklyn, NY. You'll find this community in the Clinton Hill area of Brooklyn. From amenities to floor plan options, the leasing team will assist you in finding your dream apartment. Contact us or stop by today.
139 Emerson Pl is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11205 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #14 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Hardwood Floors
Microwave
Refrigerator
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Garden
Nearby Apartments with Balcony
139 Emerson Pl,
Brooklyn,
NY
11205
This upscale Brooklyn neighborhood offers the most in the way of big-city living with a wide range of residences to choose from. Brick apartment buildings, historic homes, luxury condos, and Brooklyn’s well-known brownstone townhouses are just a few of the various options awaiting you in Clinton Hill.
Historically known for its prominent mansions and ornate churches, Clinton Hill is a significant part of Brooklyn’s notable history. In fact, this neighborhood influenced some of Walt Whitman’s famous written works during his brief residency in Clinton Hill and decades of residency in the city of Brooklyn.
Mass transit is commonplace in Clinton Hill, with numerous subway and bus stations scattered across town for easy access to neighboring areas and attractions, along with proximity to I-278. Enjoy the beautiful campuses of Pratt Institute and Saint Joseph’s College, a variety of scenic urban parks, and delicious local restaurants that represent this well-known historic haven.
Learn more about living in Clinton Hill
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Clinton Hill | Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,748 | $2,674 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,252 | $2,996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,490 | $3,925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $4,550 | $4,864 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
139 Emerson Pl is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Pratt Institute. It is also near Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn and Long Island Univ., Brooklyn.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Classon Avenue, located 0.4 mile from 139 Emerson Pl. 139 Emerson Pl is near LaGuardia, located 8.6 miles or 17 minutes away, and John F Kennedy International, located 13.5 miles or 26 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 3.9 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.6 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.6 mi |
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 26 min | 13.5 mi |
Walkability Near 139 Emerson Pl Brooklyn, NY 11205
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Busy
Soundscore™
63
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Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 139 Emerson Pl.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi |
139 Emerson Pl has 2 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Hattie Carthan Garden
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Commodore Barry Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Fort Greene Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.4 mi |
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Crispus Attucks Playground
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Sternberg Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
139 Emerson Pl has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Crispus Attucks Playground, Fort Greene Park, and Hattie Carthan Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.3 mi |
139 Emerson Pl has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is Brooklyn Hospital Center - Downtown Campus which is 1.4 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 10.1 mi |
139 Emerson Pl is 5.7 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Hamilton.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.