The Columns
32 W 40th St,
New York,
NY
10018
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- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Doorman
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
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Built in 1907
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62 units/12 stories
About The Columns
Experience New York living at The Columns. You'll find this community in the Bryant Park area of New York. The professional leasing staff is ready to show off our wonderful community. Drop by the leasing office to learn more about our community and find your new place at The Columns.
The Columns is an apartment community located in New York County and the 10018 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 2 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Doorman
24 Hour Access
Bicycle Storage
- Laundry Facilities
- Doorman
- 24 Hour Access
- Bicycle Storage
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Tub/Shower
Heating
Oven
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
- Oven
32 W 40th St,
New York,
NY
10018
There's a reason New York City has been the backdrop of countless films, novels, and lifelong ambitions; it simply does things at a scale and intensity that no other place in the country matches. Spread across five distinct boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — the city offers wildly different ways to experience daily life depending on where you plant your roots. Whether you're drawn to the electric pace of Midtown, the tree-lined streets of Park Slope, or the arts-forward energy of Astoria, each corner of the city carries its own character and cadence.
The rental landscape here is as varied as the city itself. Sleek high-rise apartment communities with floor-to-ceiling skyline views define much of Midtown and the Financial District, while pre-war lofts and historic brownstones dominate neighborhoods like SoHo, the West Village, and Park Slope.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Bryant Park | New York, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $4,078 | $3,311 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,638 | $4,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $8,447 | $5,585 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $7,068 |
Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Doorman
- 24 Hour Access
- Bicycle Storage
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
- Oven
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
The Columns is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Berkeley College-New York. It is also near The Graduate Center, CUNY and DeVry College of New York.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in New York include 5 Avenue-Bryant Park, located 0.2 mile from The Columns. The Columns is near LaGuardia, located 8.8 miles or 17 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 14.6 miles or 20 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.8 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 20 min | 14.6 mi |
Walkability Near The Columns
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.
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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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™
58
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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 The Columns.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
The Columns has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. 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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Bryant Park
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Madison Square Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Sony Wonder Technology Lab
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Bellevue South Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Chelsea Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
The Columns has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Bryant Park, Madison Square Park, and Sony Wonder Technology Lab.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
The Columns has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is New York University Langone Medical Center which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 11.6 mi |
The Columns is 7.2 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Military Ocean Terminal.
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Does The Columns have in-unit laundry?
While The Columns does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
What utilities are included in rent at The Columns?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at The Columns?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is The Columns pet-friendly?
The Columns does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does The Columns have move-in specials?
The Columns is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does The Columns offer Matterport 3D tours?
While The Columns 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.
32 W 40th St
New York, NY 10018
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