Kips Bay Court

490 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016

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  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 1.5 ba

  • Square Feet

    493 - 953 sq ft

Kips Bay Court
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Rent your way with new flexible lease terms from eight to twenty-four months, plus reduced security deposits (as low as $1,000) for qualified applicants. Rising tall above Manhattan's East Side, Kips Bay Court offers studio, 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments perfectly situated for convenient living. Anytime day or night, this eight-building, pet-friendly, 24/7 concierge-attended community has you covered. We are proud to present Kips Bay Court, Reimagined, the extraordinary transformation of our amenities and common areas into spaces that redefine modern living. From modernized lounges and a new game room to our courtyard and unmatched fitness center, every space is meticulously curated to elevate your living experience. With just six residences per floor, Kips Bay Court offers some of the most spacious rental apartments in the city. Jumpstart your morning with coffee and enjoy the inspiring view from your home's balcony (or in cooler months, through the oversized windows) that overlook the Midtown skyline and East River. Enjoy quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel GE appliances (including dishwashers), spa-style bathrooms complete with Koehler finishes, glass-enclosed showers, and oversized medicine cabinets with storage. With a range of finishes, unit sizes, and layouts, Kips Bay Court is sure to have something for everyone. Tour our apartments virtually at Beyond our doors, the neighborhood has it all, from groceries at Trader Joes, Fairway, and the Mercer Street Market to unique finds like Tipsy Scoop and an AMC movie theater (complete with IMAX and reserved seating). A brand-new Target location within Kips Bay Court brings you a whole new level of convenience with in-store order pickup, grab-and-go food and drink options, and more. Commuting and getting around NYC is a cinch with the 6 train down the block at 28th Street, multiple bus lines outside your door, and even quick access to the East River Ferry at 34th Street. Additional perks of life at Kips Bay Court: • New state-of-the-art fitness center • Sophisticated lounges with wet bars • Smart package rooms • Lush courtyard with gardens, grills, and ample lounge furniture • Game room featuring a pool table, game simulators, and ping pong. • Bike Storage • Modern Laundry in every building • Built-in AC and heating in every unit • Spacious closets • 24-hour attended concierge • Elevators • On-property parking available • Community events including weekly yoga, resident get-togethers and more • Flexible lease terms

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Bike-Friendly Area
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Media Center/Movie Theatre
  • Basketball Court
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Deck
  • Spa

About Kips Bay Court

Rent your way with new flexible lease terms from eight to twenty-four months, plus reduced security deposits (as low as $1,000) for qualified applicants. Rising tall above Manhattan's East Side, Kips Bay Court offers studio, 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments perfectly situated for convenient living. Anytime day or night, this eight-building, pet-friendly, 24/7 concierge-attended community has you covered. We are proud to present Kips Bay Court, Reimagined, the extraordinary transformation of our amenities and common areas into spaces that redefine modern living. From modernized lounges and a new game room to our courtyard and unmatched fitness center, every space is meticulously curated to elevate your living experience. With just six residences per floor, Kips Bay Court offers some of the most spacious rental apartments in the city. Jumpstart your morning with coffee and enjoy the inspiring view from your home's balcony (or in cooler months, through the oversized windows) that overlook the Midtown skyline and East River. Enjoy quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel GE appliances (including dishwashers), spa-style bathrooms complete with Koehler finishes, glass-enclosed showers, and oversized medicine cabinets with storage. With a range of finishes, unit sizes, and layouts, Kips Bay Court is sure to have something for everyone. Tour our apartments virtually at Beyond our doors, the neighborhood has it all, from groceries at Trader Joes, Fairway, and the Mercer Street Market to unique finds like Tipsy Scoop and an AMC movie theater (complete with IMAX and reserved seating). A brand-new Target location within Kips Bay Court brings you a whole new level of convenience with in-store order pickup, grab-and-go food and drink options, and more. Commuting and getting around NYC is a cinch with the 6 train down the block at 28th Street, multiple bus lines outside your door, and even quick access to the East River Ferry at 34th Street. Additional perks of life at Kips Bay Court: • New state-of-the-art fitness center • Sophisticated lounges with wet bars • Smart package rooms • Lush courtyard with gardens, grills, and ample lounge furniture • Game room featuring a pool table, game simulators, and ping pong. • Bike Storage • Modern Laundry in every building • Built-in AC and heating in every unit • Spacious closets • 24-hour attended concierge • Elevators • On-property parking available • Community events including weekly yoga, resident get-togethers and more • Flexible lease terms

Kips Bay Court is an apartment community located in New York County and the 10016 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 2 attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • 2 Playgrounds
  • 24 Hour Attended Lobby
  • Activity Court
  • Ample Closet Space
  • Ceramix Tiled Floors
  • Guarantors Accepted
  • Health Club
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Laundry In Building
  • Live In Superintendent
  • Maintenance Shop
  • Massage Therapy
  • On-Site Gym
  • On-Site Management Office
  • Package Room
  • Personal Trainers
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Recreation Areas
  • Reduced Security Deposit On Approved Credit
  • Renovated
  • Stainless Steel Sinks
  • Tailoring
  • Terrace
  • Valet Dry Cleaning
  • Video Security System
  • Wash & Fold Laundry Services

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Concierge

  • Package Service
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Concierge
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Maid Service
  • Elevator
  • Storage Space
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Playground
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Basketball Court
  • Gameroom
  • Media Center/Movie Theatre
  • Courtyard
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Wi-Fi

Disposal

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Security System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Quartz Countertops

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Office
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Wet Bar
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Garden
Location
490 2nd Ave, New York,
NY 10016
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Neighborhood

Nestled alongside the East River in Manhattan, Kips Bay is a quiet, laidback enclave surrounded by vibrant, bustling neighbors. Residents have their pick of classic red-brick apartments, luxury condos, and charming townhouses available for rent throughout the neighborhood.

Known as a hub for medical care, Kips Bay is home to five major hospitals clustered on First Avenue. Numerous low-key restaurants, bars, and shops are scattered throughout the area as well, balancing Kips Bay’s residential feel with urban convenience.

Sandwiched between Murray Hill and Gramercy Park, Kips Bay sits within walking distance of endless metropolitan amenities. Residents enjoy a peaceful home environment without sacrificing access to all that Manhattan has to offer.

Learn more about living in Kips Bay 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Kips Bay New York, NY
Studio $3,199 $3,311
1 Bedroom $4,105 $4,082
2 Bedrooms $5,746 $5,585
3 Bedrooms $7,893 $7,068
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Kips Bay Court is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Baruch College. It is also near School of Visual Arts and Yeshiva Univ., Beren.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in New York include 28 Street (4,6 Line), located 0.4 mile from Kips Bay Court. Kips Bay Court is near LaGuardia, located 8.8 miles or 18 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 15.6 miles or 23 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
LaGuardia
Drive: 18 min 8.8 mi
Newark Liberty International
Drive: 23 min 15.6 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90 / 100

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Busy
Soundscore
60 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Kips Bay Court.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Kips Bay Court has 3 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Bellevue South Park
Walk: 1 min 0.1 mi
Asser Levy Playground
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Madison Square Park
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Union Square Park
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Tompkins Square Park
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Kips Bay Court has 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Bellevue South Park, Asser Levy Playground, and Madison Square Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Kips Bay Court has 3 hospitals within 0.6 mile, the nearest is Bellevue Hospital Center which is 0.2 mile away and a 3 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 13 min 6.0 mi
Drive: 23 min 11.3 mi
Kips Bay Court is 6.0 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Military Ocean Terminal.

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