If you’re in the market for a New York City apartment right now, your must-haves might include one of the city's most coveted amenities: private outdoor space.
These apartments are typically pricier, but in today’s market, you are more likely to get a deal on apartments that were previously out of reach. Sellers are returning to the market and the number of listings is up, however sales are very low, according to a new PropertyShark report. That means you have more options and may be able to negotiate the price.
Whether it’s a balcony, terrace, roof deck, or backyard, having private outdoor space means you can be socially distanced outdoors and avoid more crowded shared or public spaces. Another bonus: You can get fresh air while you’re working from home.
Check out these five apartments for sale under $1,000,000 (some are a lot less) with private outdoor space in Astoria, Lenox Hill, Wingate, Fort Hamilton, and the East Village.
This one-bedroom, one-bath condo is asking $650,000 and has a balcony. Apartment #4A has recessed lighting, birch wood flooring, high ceilings, and a kitchen with a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. Amenities include a bike room, laundry room, gym, roof deck, and extra storage. Monthly maintenance is $435. Socrates Sculpture Park is across the street and nearby spots include Chateau Le Woof and Fresco’s Cantina.
This one-bedroom, one-bath co-op is asking $695,000 and has a 27-foot-long terrace. The apartment has been renovated and features an open layout with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, two closets, and a chef’s kitchen. The bedroom has a walk-in closet and access to the terrace. Amenities include a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, and laundry room. It’s in a landlease building, which expires in 2097. Monthly maintenance is $2,936. Nearby eateries include Jackson Hole and Tony’s Di Napoli.
This two-bedroom, two-bath condo is asking $725,000 and has a private roof deck. The top-floor apartment has high ceilings, oversized casement windows, recessed lighting, an in-unit Whirlpool washer/dryer, a separate storage unit, and built-in surround sound system. The kitchen has stainless steel Bosch appliances and quartz countertops. There’s a 15-year tax abatement and monthly maintenance is $278. Wingate Park is a five-minute walk and nearby eateries include Mamma Louisa’s Hero Shop and Katie O’s.
This two bedroom-two bath condo is asking $899,000 and has a large private and fenced terrace and a balcony. Apartment #3B has Mirage hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, a smart thermostat, LG central air conditioning and heating, and a kitchen with a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. Amenities include a bike room, virtual doorman, roof deck, and garage parking. Monthly maintenance is $435. Nearby eateries include Lock Yard and Mike’s Delicatessen.
This one-bedroom, two-bath co-op is asking $999,000 and has a three-hundred-square-foot private terrace, shown virtually staged above. The duplex is available for the first time in over a decade and has exposed brick, custom wood-framed windows, a custom-designed staircase, and full baths on each floor. Monthly maintenance is $1,577. Tompkins Square Park is down the street and nearby spots include Pardon My French and The Wayland.
Austin Havens-Bowen is a writer and reporter. He previously covered local news for the Queens Ledger and The Hunts Point Express in the Bronx. He graduated from Hunter College with a BA in media studies. He rents a one-bedroom apartment in Astoria with his boyfriend and their two cats.
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