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656 Metropolitan Ave
656 Metropolitan Ave,
Brooklyn,
NY
11211
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- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Controlled Access
About 656 Metropolitan Ave Brooklyn, NY 11211
656 Metropolitan Ave in Brooklyn is ready for your visit. The address for this community is in Brooklyn on Metropolitan Ave in the 11211 area. At this community, you'll experience a wide variety in options of amenities and features like high-speed internet access and smoke free options. The leasing team is ready to help you find your perfect fit. Everything you need can be found at 656 Metropolitan Ave. Contact or drop by the leasing office to talk about leasing your new apartment.
656 Metropolitan Ave 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.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- 24 Hour Access
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
Oven
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
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656 Metropolitan Ave,
Brooklyn,
NY
11211
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 | $1,334 | $2,674 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,354 | $2,996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,756 | $3,925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,544 | $4,864 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
656 Metropolitan Ave is within 6 minutes or 2.5 miles from Pratt Institute. It is also near Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn and LaGuardia Community College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Lorimer Street (L Line), located 0.1 mile from 656 Metropolitan Ave. 656 Metropolitan Ave is near LaGuardia, located 7.2 miles or 14 minutes away, and John F Kennedy International, located 12.7 miles or 23 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 14 min | 7.2 mi |
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 23 min | 12.7 mi |
Walkability Near 656 Metropolitan Ave 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
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
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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 656 Metropolitan Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
656 Metropolitan Ave 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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Martinez Playground
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Sternberg Park
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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McCarren Park
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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East River State Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Maria Hernandez Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
656 Metropolitan Ave has 5 parks within 2.0 miles, including Martinez Playground, Sternberg Park, and McCarren Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
656 Metropolitan Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center which is 1.1 miles away and a 20 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 6.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 12.5 mi |
656 Metropolitan Ave is 6.3 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.
656 Metropolitan Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11211