The Vitagraph
1277 E 14th St,
Brooklyn, NY 11230
$2,770 - $3,668
1-3 Beds
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501 Avenue R
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501 Avenue R
501 Avenue R
501 Avenue R,
Brooklyn,
NY
11223
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About 501 Avenue R Brooklyn, NY 11223
Experience Brooklyn living at 501 Avenue R. These apartments are located on Avenue R in the 11223 area of Brooklyn. Make a visit to check out the current floorplan options. From availability to location, the team of leasing professionals is ready and waiting to help you find your perfect home. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.
501 Avenue R is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11223 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #21 attendance zone.
Apartment Features
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
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501 Avenue R,
Brooklyn,
NY
11223
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 | $2,683 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,796 | $3,000 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,312 | $3,928 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,794 | $4,894 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.7 mi |
501 Avenue R is within 7 minutes or 2.7 miles from Brooklyn College. It is also near Kingsborough Community College and Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
687 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,558 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,207 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
460 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
359 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Kings Highway (F Line), located 0.3 mile from 501 Avenue R. 501 Avenue R is near John F Kennedy International, located 13.8 miles or 24 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 20.9 miles or 36 minutes away.
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 16 min | 6.4 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 6.4 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.8 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.5 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 9.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 24 min | 13.8 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 36 min | 20.9 mi |
Walkability Near 501 Avenue R Brooklyn, NY 11223
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
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30
/ 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
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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 501 Avenue R.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
501 Avenue R has 3 shopping centers within 2.6 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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New York Aquarium
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
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Asser Levy Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
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Leon S. Kaiser Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
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Calvert Vaux Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
501 Avenue R has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including New York Aquarium, Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk, and Calvert Vaux Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi |
501 Avenue R has 3 hospitals within 4.0 miles, the nearest is New York Community Hospital of Brooklyn which is 1.5 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 8.3 mi |
501 Avenue R has 3 military bases within 8.3 miles, the nearest is Fort Hamilton which is 4.7 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
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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.