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875 Erskine Street
875 Erskine St,
Brooklyn,
NY
11239
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875 Erskine Street
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Elevator
- Patio
About 875 Erskine Street
Studio to Three-Bedrooms APPLY BY DECEMBER 2ND, 2024 Located in the Spring Creek section of East New York, 875 Erskine Street offers high rise apartment living in a master-planned development designed with health and wellness in mind. The 12 and 15-story building offers a main building entrance along Erskine Street and two elevator banks. Residents will enjoy living in a brand new, Passive House building with access to a vibrant courtyard and building amenities that include a laundry room, computer room, recreation room, bike storage, gym, package room and residential amenity terrace on the 1st floor roof. As the development of the Alafia affordable housing community continues, residents will have access to a new park with plenty of exercise and outdoor recreation opportunities. Residents will enjoy living in a new building in close proximity to neighborhood amenities such as Shirley Chisholm State Park, the Gateway Center mall, and the B13, B83, B84, and Q8 bus lines. 315 income-restricted, affordable apartments at 875 Erskine Street are available through a housing lottery. Apply online or download and print a paper application to apply by mail! 88 units of affordable housing for individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities supported by NYS OPWDD’s Wage Subsidy Program. 48 units for individuals with mental health or behavioral health needs with supportive services provided by Serviced for the UnderServed.
875 Erskine Street is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11239 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #23 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
- Bicycle Storage
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Patio
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Recreation Room
- Patio
Nearby Apartments with Balcony
875 Erskine St,
Brooklyn,
NY
11239
Brownsville is a residential neighborhood located about 19 miles southeast of Manhattan in the borough of Brooklyn. Renters appreciate the neighborhood’s affordable housing and accessibility to the city. Several famous people once called Brownsville home, including the Three Stooges. Brownsville boasts walkable streets and excellent access to public transportation. This close-knit community boasts a family-friendly vibe with access to several community parks like Betsy Head Park. Residents live next to the heart of Brooklyn, making Brownsville a great place for commuters.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Brownsville | Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,246 | $2,681 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,438 | $3,002 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,294 | $3,923 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,137 | $4,877 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 4.7 mi |
875 Erskine Street is within 9 minutes or 3.1 miles from Medgar Evers College, CUNY. It is also near Brooklyn College and Pratt Institute.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
213 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
220 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
272 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
99 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
165 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
166 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
463 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
439 Students
Nearby
Private Middle School
Grades 6-8
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Saratoga Avenue, located 0.4 mile from 875 Erskine Street. 875 Erskine Street is near John F Kennedy International, located 9.1 miles or 14 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 10.5 miles or 24 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.4 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 7.1 mi |
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Drive: | 16 min | 7.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 14 min | 9.1 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 24 min | 10.5 mi |
Walkability Near 875 Erskine Street
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
Challenging For Drivers
Drivability
10
/ 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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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 875 Erskine Street.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
875 Erskine Street has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-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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Betsy Head Memorial Playground
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Linden Playground
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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St. John's Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Wingate Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
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Fresh Creek Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
875 Erskine Street has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Betsy Head Memorial Playground, Linden Playground, and Wingate Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
875 Erskine Street has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Brookdale Hospital Medical Center which is 0.3 mile away and a 5 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 8.1 mi |
875 Erskine Street is 6.6 miles from US Navy Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Coast Guard Heliport.
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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.
875 Erskine St
Brooklyn, NY 11239