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1277 E 14th St,
Brooklyn, NY 11230
1-3 Beds $2,709 - $4,098
242 Newkirk Avenue
242 Newkirk Ave,
Brooklyn,
NY
11230
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About 242 Newkirk Avenue
***ASK ABOUT 2-MONTHS FREE OFFERING*** This building is located at 242 Newkirk Ave, Flatbush, Brooklyn, NY 11230. The apartments offer comfortable living spaces ranging from 1bd, 2bd, and 3 bedrooms. The building is conveniently situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Kensington, a sub-neighborhood of Flatbush, offering a great mix of amenities and features such as, outdoor space, gym, laundry facility, package room, roof deck, and more. Neighborhood Summary: Kensington, located in the borough of Brooklyn, NY, is a diverse and lively neighborhood known for its charming tree-lined streets and friendly community atmosphere. The area offers a variety of amenities, including numerous shops, restaurants, and parks, making it an ideal place to call home. Residents of Kensington can enjoy the convenience of having grocery stores, pharmacies, and other essential services within walking distance. The neighborhood is also known for its cultural diversity, with a range of ethnic restaurants and specialty stores reflecting the multicultural nature of the community. Subway Line and Distance: The nearest subway line to the apartment is the B and Q lines, which are approximately a 5-minute walk away. This convenient access to public transportation allows for easy commuting and exploring other parts of Brooklyn or Manhattan. Whether you work in the city or enjoy the vibrant nightlife, living in Kensington provides excellent connectivity to the rest of New York City.
242 Newkirk Avenue is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11230 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #20 attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Outdoor Areas
- Bike Room
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Roof Terrace
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Roof Terrace
Apartment Features
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Granite Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Deck
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Situated just south of Park Slope, Kensington is a laidback Brooklyn neighborhood rich in diversity and practical amenities. Although Kensington is primarily residential, the neighborhood offers a broad range of restaurants, shops, and markets along Church Avenue and Coney Island Avenue.
Kensington contains great public schools, along with a wide variety of spacious rentals, including brick rowhouses, pre-war apartments, and more. Kensington is adjacent to the sprawling Prospect Park, where residents and visitors alike enjoy all kinds of outdoor recreation. Getting around from Kensington is easy with a walkable layout as well as access to the F, G, B, and Q trains.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi |
242 Newkirk Avenue is within 5 minutes or 1.6 miles from Brooklyn College. It is also near Medgar Evers College, CUNY and Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
876 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
900 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
495 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
622 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include 18 Avenue (F Line), located 0.4 mile from 242 Newkirk Avenue. 242 Newkirk Avenue is near John F Kennedy International, located 13.3 miles or 24 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 19.3 miles or 32 minutes away.
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 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: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.4 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.5 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.0 mi |
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Drive: | 19 min | 8.7 mi |
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Drive: | 26 min | 10.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 24 min | 13.3 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 32 min | 19.3 mi |
Time and distance from 242 Newkirk Avenue.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
242 Newkirk Avenue has 3 shopping centers within 1.9 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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Prospect Park Audubon Center at the Boathouse
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Prospect Park Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Wingate Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
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Sunset Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Prospect Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.3 mi |
242 Newkirk Avenue has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Sunset Park, Prospect Park Zoo, and Prospect Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
242 Newkirk Avenue has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is University Hospital of Brooklyn - SUNY Downstate which is 2.8 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.9 mi |
242 Newkirk Avenue is 4.9 miles from Fort Hamilton, and is convenient to other military bases, including Governors Island Support Center.
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242 Newkirk Ave
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