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Built in 1890
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15 units/4 stories
About 51 Schermerhorn St Brooklyn, NY 11201
Find your home at 51 Schermerhorn St in Brooklyn, NY. This community can be found in the 11201 area of Brooklyn. The professional leasing staff will be ready to help you find your perfect apartment. Make a visit to check out the apartment floorplan options. Drop by the leasing office to schedule a tour.
51 Schermerhorn St is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11201 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #15 attendance zone.
51 Schermerhorn St,
Brooklyn,
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11201
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Downtown Brooklyn is not only New York’s third-largest business district – it continues to grow and prosper into a pivotal education center. The cityscape around this community is largely made up of historic converted homes and state-of-the-art office buildings. In addition to NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering, New York City College of Technology and Long Island University – Brooklyn reside here.
Once students are done with classes for the day, many can be found enjoying the fresh air at Cadman Plaza Park. Points of interest (as well as means of travel) include the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges. Even with these nearby, locals prefer to commute using the NYC Subway.
Brooklyn’s admiration for art and culture doesn’t go unnoticed – it’s guaranteed you’ll find an entertainment venue that has either a play, band performance, or film viewing party some night during the workweek. When it comes to shopping, you’ll find that Fulton Street will meet your needs.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Brooklyn | Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,418 | $2,686 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,220 | $3,035 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $5,984 | $3,962 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $8,571 | $4,919 |
Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
51 Schermerhorn St is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Brooklyn Law School. It is also near St. Francis College and ASA College Brooklyn.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
566 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
159 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
1,024 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Borough Hall-Court Street, located 0.2 mile from 51 Schermerhorn St. 51 Schermerhorn St is near LaGuardia, located 10.2 miles or 20 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 14.9 miles or 26 minutes away.
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 3.9 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.0 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 6.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 20 min | 10.2 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 26 min | 14.9 mi |
Walkability Near 51 Schermerhorn St Brooklyn, NY 11201
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
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Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 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
Busy
Soundscore™
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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 51 Schermerhorn St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi |
51 Schermerhorn St has 3 shopping centers within 2.5 miles, which is about a 7-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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Cobble Hill Park
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Cadman Plaza Park
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Fort Greene Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Brooklyn Bridge Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Commodore Barry Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
51 Schermerhorn St has 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Cobble Hill Park, Cadman Plaza Park, and Fort Greene Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.2 mi |
51 Schermerhorn St has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is Brooklyn Hospital Center - Downtown Campus which is 1.2 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 12.2 mi |
51 Schermerhorn St has 3 military bases within 12.2 miles, the nearest is Governors Island Support Center which is 4.9 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
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Does 51 Schermerhorn St have in-unit laundry?
51 Schermerhorn 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 51 Schermerhorn St?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at 51 Schermerhorn St?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is 51 Schermerhorn St pet-friendly?
51 Schermerhorn St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does 51 Schermerhorn St have move-in specials?
51 Schermerhorn St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does 51 Schermerhorn St offer Matterport 3D tours?
While 51 Schermerhorn 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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