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2255 Benson Ave
2255 Benson Ave,
Brooklyn,
NY
11214
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About 2255 Benson Ave Brooklyn, NY 11214
2255 Benson Ave in Brooklyn is ready for you to move in. In Brooklyn's 11214 area, living here offers a wide variety of nearby attractions to enjoy. From amenities to availability, the leasing staff is ready to help you find the perfect new place. Come for a visit to see the current floorplan options. Stop by the leasing office to ask about the current floorplan availability.
2255 Benson Ave is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11214 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #21 attendance zone.
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2255 Benson Ave,
Brooklyn,
NY
11214
Gravesend is one of the oldest neighborhoods on Long Island and in the nation. The neighborhood rests at the southern tip of Brooklyn on Gravesend Bay, just a mile north of the iconic Coney Island. Just steps from the water, the neighborhood attracts many visitors due to the proximity of Coney Island and the boardwalk. Along with multiple historic homes, Gravesend rentals are known for being more spacious and affordable compared to other areas in Brooklyn and neighboring boroughs. There are an array of townhomes, apartments, and condos for rent in Gravesend.
There are great shopping options in and around Gravesend as well. Restaurants of every cuisine frequent the area as do plenty of bars and nightclubs, providing a vibrant nightlife scene. Along with lower rents and more space, residents enjoy having multiple subway stations in the neighborhood allowing for easy travel into Manhattan and other areas via a quick train ride.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Gravesend | Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,544 | $2,674 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,796 | $2,996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,313 | $3,925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,793 | $4,864 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.4 mi |
2255 Benson Ave is within 9 minutes or 4.2 miles from Brooklyn College. It is also near Kingsborough Community College and Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Bay Parkway (D,M Line), located 0.2 mile from 2255 Benson Ave. 2255 Benson Ave is near John F Kennedy International, located 17.6 miles or 25 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 21.7 miles or 34 minutes away.
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.7 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.0 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.1 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.7 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 25 min | 17.6 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 34 min | 21.7 mi |
Walkability Near 2255 Benson Ave Brooklyn, NY 11214
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.
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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
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/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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
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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 2255 Benson Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
2255 Benson Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 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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Calvert Vaux Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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New York Aquarium
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Dyker Beach Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Leon S. Kaiser Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
2255 Benson Ave has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Calvert Vaux Park, New York Aquarium, and Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi |
2255 Benson Ave has 3 hospitals within 4.1 miles, the nearest is NYC Health + Hospitals / Coney Island which is 2.8 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.9 mi |
2255 Benson Ave is 3.4 miles from Fort Hamilton, and is convenient to other military bases, including Naval Station NY Stapleton Site.
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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.