196 Amherst St
196 Amherst St,
Brooklyn,
NY
11235
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Built in 1938
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3 units/2 stories
About 196 Amherst St Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enjoy Brooklyn living at 115 Oriental Blvd. You'll find this community in the Manhattan Beach area of Brooklyn. Let the leasing team show you everything this community has in store. Drop by the leasing office to learn more about our community and find your new place at 115 Oriental Blvd.
196 Amherst St is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11235 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Special Schools - District 75 attendance zone.
196 Amherst St,
Brooklyn,
NY
11235
Located just east of Brighton Beach, Manhattan Beach is a peaceful residential neighborhood situated between Sheepshead Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Residents enjoy access to the sprawling Manhattan Beach Park, which features a beach open for swimming in the summertime as well as a boardwalk and a concession stand.
Manhattan Beach is also home to Kingsborough Community College, which provides residents with a host of educational and cultural opportunities. Vibrant area attractions such as the Coney Island Beach and Boardwalk, Luna Park, New York Aquarium, and Floyd Bennett Field are all within minutes from Manhattan Beach. Access to multiple highways and subway stations makes getting around from Manhattan Beach a breeze.
Learn more about living in Manhattan BeachBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 10.3 mi |
196 Amherst St is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Kingsborough Community College. It is also near Brooklyn College and Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
553 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
71 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
34 Students
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Brighton Beach, located 0.6 mile from 196 Amherst St. 196 Amherst St is near John F Kennedy International, located 14.9 miles or 22 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 24.7 miles or 38 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.5 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 8.5 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 9.6 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 9.9 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 22 min | 14.9 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 38 min | 24.7 mi |
Walkability Near 196 Amherst St Brooklyn, NY 11235
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
90
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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
Active
Soundscore™
73
/ 100
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 196 Amherst St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
196 Amherst St has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 4-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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Asser Levy Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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New York Aquarium
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Marine Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
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Calvert Vaux Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi |
196 Amherst St has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including Asser Levy Park, New York Aquarium, and Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi |
196 Amherst St has 3 hospitals within 6.6 miles, the nearest is NYC Health + Hospitals / Coney Island which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 7.4 mi |
196 Amherst St has 3 military bases within 7.4 miles, the nearest is US Navy Reserve which is 5.2 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
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Does 196 Amherst St have in-unit laundry?
196 Amherst St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at 196 Amherst St?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at 196 Amherst St?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is 196 Amherst St pet-friendly?
196 Amherst St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does 196 Amherst St have move-in specials?
196 Amherst St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does 196 Amherst St offer Matterport 3D tours?
While 196 Amherst St does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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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.
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