
536 81st St, Brooklyn, NY 11209
What This Apartment Offers
Welcome Home to Bay Ridge Living - Renovated 1 Bedroom + Bonus Room Tucked away on a quiet tree lined block in the heart of Bay Ridge, 536 81st Street #1... offers the kind of space and warmth that is hard to find. This beautifully renovated floor through apartment feels more like a home than a rental, featuring one true bedroom plus a versatile BONUS ROOM, perfect for a home office, nursery, creative space, or simply extra room to spread out. Enjoy a thoughtfully updated interior with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, split AC units, and a modern spa inspired bathroom with sleek tilework and a glass enclosed shower. The kitchen is designed for everyday ease, complete with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, generous cabinet storage, and ample counter space. What truly makes this home special is the lifestyle it offers. Come outside and enjoy access to a shared backyard and porch, ideal for morning coffee, unwinding after work, or enjoying warm summer evenings. Additional features include: • Walk in closet + excellent storage • Private entrance for added privacy and convenience • Quiet residential block in prime Bay Ridge • Easy access to the R train, express buses, shopping, restaurants, cafés, and waterfront parks ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED IN RENT Strong credit and verifiable income required. No pets preferred. Credit Check and 1 Months Deposit required. No Broker's Fee. MLS ID 501569
Unit 1
- $3,500 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 2080 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Apartment Features
- Hardwood Floors
536 81st St Unit 1 is an apartment for rent in Brooklyn, NY
Apartment Details
Home Design
- Built in 1930
- Multi-Family
Interior Spaces
- 2080 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
Lot Details
- 2000 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard
- Lot Dimensions are 100 x 20
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Baseboard Heating
- Split Air Conditioning
- 220 Volts
- 110 Volts
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Available
Listing and Financial Details
- 12 Month Lease Term
- 24 Month Lease Term
- $10619 Total Annual Tax
- Tax Block 5999
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy66 / 100
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Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Brooklyn College
Drive: 14 min (5.4 mi)
Wagner College
Drive: 12 min (5.4 mi)
Medgar Evers College, CUNY
Drive: 14 min (5.5 mi)
Brooklyn Law School
Drive: 12 min (6.2 mi)
Discover Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 536 81st St Unit 1 proximity to 452-512 86th St, Fortway Movie Theatre, and Fairmont Mall. 452-512 86th St is 0.5 miles away, and Fortway Movie Theatre is within a 16 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Bay Ridge is exceptional public transit. Within 6.9 miles of 536 81st St Unit 1, you’ll find 86 Street (R Line), 77 Street (R Line), and Bay Ridge-95 Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 536 81st St Unit 1 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.7 miles, including Dyker Beach Park, Narrows Botanical Gardens, and Owl's Head Park.
Airports
Living in Bay Ridge provides easy access to Newark Liberty International, located just 31 minutes from 536 81st St Unit 1. Another nearby airport is John F Kennedy International, located 20.1 miles away.
Military Bases
There is Fort Hamilton near Brooklyn, NY.
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