Colony House Apartments
Studio - 2 Beds
$2,350 - $6,500
$3,200 /month
556 81st St, Brooklyn, NY 11209
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What This Apartment Offers
Welcome to 556 81st Street in the heart of Bay Ridge! This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home perfectly blends classic charm with modern updates and... thoughtful functionality. Inside, you’ll find rich hardwood floors throughout, creating warmth and continuity across the space. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers plenty of room for cooking, gathering, and everyday living. A versatile alcove provides the perfect setup for a home office, reading nook, or creative workspace — ideal for today’s lifestyle needs. Home Features: • 2 well-proportioned bedrooms • Renovated full bath • Large eat-in kitchen • Hardwood floors throughout • Flexible bonus alcove • Expansive private balcony/roof deck Come outside to your oversized private balcony/roof deck — a rare find in Bay Ridge — perfect for morning coffee, entertaining or unwinding at sunset in your own outdoor retreat. Located just moments from the vibrant shopping, dining, and conveniences along 5th Avenue, you’ll enjoy neighborhood charm with everything you need right at your doorstep. Move right in and start enjoying the best of Bay Ridge living.
Unit 2
- $3,200 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1200 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Apartment Features
- Hardwood Floors
556 81st St Unit 2 is an apartment community
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Apartment Details
Home Design
- Multi-Family
Interior Spaces
- 1200 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Lot Details
- 3000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100 x 30
Utilities
- Baseboard Heating
- Water Available
- 220 Volts
- Heating System Uses Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- 12 Month Lease Term
Explore Commute Options
Destination Address
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Get In Touch
Property Address: 556 81st St,
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Listed by
Neil Barsky | 117340Phone Number: (718) 954-8400
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable88 / 100
Transit Score ®
Rider's Paradise91 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable68 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy66 / 100
Travel and Transit
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
10 min Drive
Commuter Rail
12 min Drive
Airport
LaGuardia
29 min Drive
Airport
Newark Liberty International
30 min Drive
Airport
John F Kennedy International
29 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Brooklyn College
Drive: 14 min (5.3 mi)
Wagner College
Drive: 12 min (5.3 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 556 81st St Unit 2 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 91, Bay Ridge is rider's paradise. Within 6.8 miles of 556 81st St Unit 2, you’ll find 86 Street (R Line), 77 Street (R Line), and Bay Ridge-95 Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 556 81st St Unit 2 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 556 81st St Unit 2. 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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