Kips Bay Court

490 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016

Last Updated: 3 Days Ago
Monthly Rent
$4,554 - $11,029
Bedrooms
Studio - 4
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
493 - 1,255 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

B-Studio w/ terr

$4,669
Studio, 1 Bath
498 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
19B
$4,669
498
Oct. 9

E-Studio w/ terr

$4,554
Studio, 1 Bath
493 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
6E
$4,554
493
Oct. 26

E-1 Bedroom w/ terr

$5,480 - $5,575
1 Bed, 1 Bath
670 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
12E
$5,485
670
Now
25E
$5,575
670
Oct. 9
3E
$5,480
670
Oct. 24

A-1 Bedroom

$4,940 - $5,310
1 Bed, 1 Bath
683 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
18A
$5,310
683
Sep. 30
2A
$4,940
683
Oct. 10

C-1 Bedroom

$4,800
1 Bed, 1 Bath
510 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
6C
$4,800
510
Now

C-2 Bedroom w/ terr

$6,734 - $6,869
2 Beds, 1 Bath
762 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
16C
$6,734
762
Now
23C
$6,869
762
Now

C-1 Bedroom w/ terr

$6,559
2 Beds, 1 Bath
762 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
10C
$6,559
762
Now

F-3 Bedroom w/ terr

$8,526
3 Beds, 1.5 Baths
953 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
11F
$8,526
953
Now

B-3 Bedroom w/ terr

$8,621
3 Beds, 2 Baths
954 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
24B
$8,621
954
Oct. 6

A-4 Bedroom w/ terr

$11,029
4 Beds, 2 Baths
1,255 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
8A
$11,029
1,255
Nov. 21
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 7 - 24 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1976
  • 894 units28 stories

Explore Commute Options

Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Property Highlights

  • 2 Playgrounds
  • 24 Hour Attended Lobby
  • Activity Court
  • Ample Closet Space
  • Ceramix Tiled Floors
  • Guarantors Accepted
  • Health Club
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Laundry In Building
  • Live In Superintendent
  • Maintenance Shop
  • Massage Therapy
  • On-Site Gym
  • On-Site Management Office
  • Package Room
  • Personal Trainers
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Recreation Areas
  • Reduced Security Deposit On Approved Credit
  • Renovated

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Garden
  • Granite Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Linen Closet

Community Features

  • Basketball Court
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Concierge
  • Courtyard
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Gameroom
  • Grill
  • Laundry Facilities

Map of Kips Bay Court

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Fairly drivable

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Subway

3 min Drive

4 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) 6 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) New York MTA Subway

Subway

2 min Drive

4 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) 6 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) New York MTA Subway

Subway

2 min Drive

N - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) R - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) New York MTA Subway

Subway

3 min Drive

4 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) 6 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) New York MTA Subway

Subway

3 min Drive

L - New York MTA Subway (The Subway) New York MTA Subway

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Journal Square-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Hoboken-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Port Authority Trans-Hudson

Commuter Rail

4 min Drive

Journal Square-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Hoboken-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Port Authority Trans-Hudson

Airport

LaGuardia

19 min Drive

La Guardia

Airport

Newark Liberty International

24 min Drive

Newark Liberty International

Airport

John F Kennedy International

29 min Drive

John F. Kennedy International

Moving to Kips Bay, New York, NY

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Kips Bay Court proximity to Union Square South, Grand Central Terminal, and E Walk. Union Square South is 1 mile away, and Grand Central Terminal is within a 22 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Kips Bay is exceptional public transit. Within 1.8 miles of Kips Bay Court, you’ll find 28 Street (4,6 Line), 23 Street (4,6 Line), and 33 Street (4,6 Line).

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Kips Bay Court are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Bellevue South Park, Asser Levy Playground, and Madison Square Park.

Airports

Living in Kips Bay provides easy access to LaGuardia, located just 18 minutes from Kips Bay Court. Another nearby airport is Newark Liberty International, located 15.6 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

River School (The)

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Epiphany Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

47 the American Sign Language and English Lower School

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

American Sign Language & English Secondary School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

The Churchill School and Center

Grades K-12

Private

Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Baruch College Walk: 5 min (0.3 mi)
School of Visual Arts Walk: 6 min (0.4 mi)
Yeshiva Univ., Beren Walk: 10 min (0.5 mi)
DeVry College of New York Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)

About Kips Bay Court

Rent your way with new flexible lease terms from eight to twenty-four months, plus reduced security deposits (as low as $1,000) for qualified applicants.

Rising tall above Manhattan's East Side, Kips Bay Court offers studio, 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom
… apartments perfectly situated for convenient living. Anytime day or night, this eight-building, pet-friendly, 24/7 concierge-attended community has you covered. We are proud to present Kips Bay Court, Reimagined, the extraordinary transformation of our amenities and common areas into spaces that redefine modern living. From modernized lounges and a new game room to our courtyard and unmatched fitness center, every space is meticulously curated to elevate your living experience.

With just six residences per floor, Kips Bay Court offers some of the most spacious rental apartments in the city. Jumpstart your morning with coffee and enjoy the inspiring view from your home's balcony (or in cooler months, through the oversized windows) that overlook the Midtown skyline and East River. Enjoy quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel GE appliances (including dishwashers), spa-style bathrooms complete with Koehler finishes, glass-enclosed showers, and oversized medicine cabinets with storage. With a range of finishes, unit sizes, and layouts, Kips Bay Court is sure to have something for everyone. Tour our apartments virtually at

Beyond our doors, the neighborhood has it all, from groceries at Trader Joes, Fairway, and the Mercer Street Market to unique finds like Tipsy Scoop and an AMC movie theater (complete with IMAX and reserved seating). A brand-new Target location within Kips Bay Court brings you a whole new level of convenience with in-store order pickup, grab-and-go food and drink options, and more.

Commuting and getting around NYC is a cinch with the 6 train down the block at 28th Street, multiple bus lines outside your door, and even quick access to the East River Ferry at 34th Street.

Additional perks of life at Kips Bay Court:

• New state-of-the-art fitness center
• Sophisticated lounges with wet bars
• Smart package rooms
• Lush courtyard with gardens, grills, and ample lounge furniture
• Game room featuring a pool table, game simulators, and ping pong.
• Bike Storage
• Modern Laundry in every building
• Built-in AC and heating in every unit
• Spacious closets
• 24-hour attended concierge
• Elevators
• On-property parking available
• Community events including weekly yoga, resident get-togethers and more
• Flexible lease terms

Kips Bay Court is an apartment community in New York, NY

Avoid Scams

Protect yourself from fraud. Do not send money to anyone you don't know.

Avoid Scams

Nearby Properties You Might Like