No-Fee Apartment of the Week: $2,400 studio in Downtown Brooklyn

By Lucy Cohen Blatter | March 16, 2012 - 2:15PM

This $2,400 studio at 189 Bridge Street in Downtown Brooklyn has a private balcony with views of Manhattan and the Manhattan Bridge.

The finishes are modern, and the building is chock full of amenities, but the neighborhood may be a bit remote for some.

Pros: The space is generous (for a studio), appliances (including a washer/dryer) are new, finishes are modern, there are hardwood floors, and there's a private balcony.

The building--which is pet-friendly--has a 24 hour doorman/concierge, a fitness center and common garden partio with grilling amenities.

Cons: The neighborhood is a bit desolate (though luxury buildings have popped up), and lacks the charm and character of other Brooklyn neighborhoods. Public transportation is far--in fact, the building offers a courtesy shuttle to the subway station.

No Fee Apartment of the Week showcases an apartment that’s currently on the market and is being offered with no broker fee (otherwise known as the holy grail of New York City rentals). For tips on how to find more no-fee apartments, check out the The 8 best websites for finding a no-fee apartment in NYC and our Guerrilla Guide series.

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