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279 S 1st St
279 S 1st St,
Brooklyn,
NY
11211
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About 279 S 1st St Brooklyn, NY 11211
279 S 1st St in Brooklyn is ready for you to visit. This community can be found at 279 S. 1st St. in Brooklyn. Make a visit to view the available floorplans. Here at this community, the professional leasing team is ready and waiting to help you find your perfect new home. Drop by 279 S 1st St today.
279 S 1st St is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11211 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #14 attendance zone.
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279 S 1st St,
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Nestled on the banks of the East River, Williamsburg’s nightlife scene glows just as bright as its art culture. Artists first moved to the area in the 1970s because of its affordability compared to surrounding areas, such as Manhattan. The neighborhood also offers larger homes, and direct access to transportation. In addition, the art community is alive and thriving, with local gallery favorites such as Front Room Gallery and Greenpoint.
To discover whether you should move to Williamsburg, find out what the neighborhood is all about. This area’s energy is unmatched, especially since the neighborhood has become a mecca for the creatives throughout the city. The luxury apartments in Williamsburg are surrounded by exceptional restaurants from authentic takeout to tapas to Michelin-rated fine dining. Longstanding spots like the Brooklyn Brewery have been providing residents with chilled pints since 1988.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Williamsburg | Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,333 | $2,681 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,355 | $3,002 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,889 | $3,923 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,544 | $4,877 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
279 S 1st St is within 6 minutes or 2.0 miles from Pratt Institute. It is also near Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn and Long Island Univ., Brooklyn.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
199 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
396 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
622 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
265 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
79 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Marcy Avenue, located 0.3 mile from 279 S 1st St. 279 S 1st St is near LaGuardia, located 7.3 miles or 16 minutes away, and John F Kennedy International, located 13.3 miles or 25 minutes away.
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 16 min | 7.3 mi |
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 25 min | 13.3 mi |
Walkability Near 279 S 1st St Brooklyn, NY 11211
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
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 279 S 1st St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
279 S 1st St has 2 shopping centers within 2.1 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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Sternberg Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Martinez Playground
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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East River State Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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McCarren Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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East River Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi |
279 S 1st St has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including McCarren Park, Martinez Playground, and Sternberg Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
279 S 1st St has 3 hospitals within 3.1 miles, the nearest is Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 12.0 mi |
279 S 1st St is 5.7 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Military Ocean Terminal.
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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.