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Gotham West
New York, NY 10036
- Studio–3 Bedrooms
- 585–1,250Square Feet
About Gotham West
Income Restricted Apartment New rent-stabilized building accepting applications on a rolling basis for available two-bedroom apartments. All homes feature full-size stainless steel appliances including microwaves and dishwashers, spacious bathrooms and closets with ample storage space, and individual heating and cooling units in each room. Income restrictions by household size and other requirements apply. For example, a two-bedroom apartment must be occupied by at least 2 people who can have a combined income of up to $122,850 (family of two) or up to 4 people who can have a combined income of up to $153,495 (family of four). For more information on eligibility requirements and the application process, please contact our leasing office. Pet-friendly and no pet fees. Reduced security deposit to $1,000 for qualified applicants. *Photos are of a model apartment and not necessarily reflective of this specific home. Please inquire for more details
Gotham West is located in the Midtown West Neighborhood and 10036 Zip code of New York, NY.
Unique Features and Amenities
- *Additional Fees Apply.
- *Available In Select Homes.
- 2nd Fl Courtyard Terrace With Fireplace*
- 32nd Fl Roof Deck, Hudson River Views*
- Access & Discounts To Gotham West Market
- Alcove
- Apartment Features:
- Bosch Washer/dryer In Home
- Built-in Pantries*
- Business Center*
- Central Air Conditioning
- Children’s Playroom, Outdoor Playground*
- City Views
- Community Events (Virtual & In-person)*
- Complimentary Bicycle Valet
- Complimentary Shuttle
- Corner
- Corner unit
- Courtyard View
- Curated Art Gallery, Rotating Exhibits
- Dining Area
- Double Bathroom Vanity
- Exclusive Mobile App For Residents
- Exposed Brick
- Fitness Club, Cycling & Yoga Studio*
- Floor To Ceiling Windows
- Floor-to-ceiling windows*
- Fully-equipped Demonstration Kitchen*
- Game Room*
- High Celing
- Honed Absolute Black Granite Countertops
- Hudson River Views*
- Ice Maker
- Indoor Parking Garage
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen Island
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge Chairs, Outdoor Movie Theater*
- Misting Wall*
- Non-Smoking Building
- On-Site Concierge
- Open Kitchen
- Oversized Bathroom Vanities
- Package room with refrigeration
- Pantry
- Pet-friendly (No Fee)
- Private Fully-landscaped Courtyard*
- Resident Lounge With Co-working Space*
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Spacious Walk-in closets*
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Stainless Steel Kitchenaid® Appliances
- Views
- Views Of Our Landscaped Courtyard*
- Views Of The Midtown Manhattan Skyline*
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
- Washer/Dryer
- Water Views
- Wide Plank Oak Wood Flooring
- Wifi Throughout Common Spaces
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From $3,485
Alcove Studio / 1 Bathroom
Studio, 1 Bath, 585 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Photos Floorplan View Details $3,485 Available Now 316 $3,854 Available Now 430 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
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- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Hardwood Floors
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- Alcove
- Walk In Closet
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- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- Hardwood Floors
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- Alcove
- Walk In Closet
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- $3,485 - $3,854
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- Alcove
- Walk In Closet
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- $3,485 - $3,854
Apartment Model: Alcove Studio / 1 BathroomStudio, 1 Bath, 585 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 316Apartment Model: Alcove Studio / 1 BathroomStudio, 1 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 430Apartment Model: Alcove Studio / 1 BathroomStudio, 1 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotos1 Bedroom
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Price Availability Date Unit Photos Floorplan View Details $4,264 Available Now 1608 $4,454 Available Now 2006 $4,638 Available Now 1012 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Hardwood Floors
- Views
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- Central Air Conditioning
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
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- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Views
Unique Features
- Central Air Conditioning
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
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- $4,264 - $4,638
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Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Hardwood Floors
- Views
Unique Features
- Central Air Conditioning
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
Model Rent and Fees
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- $4,264 - $4,638
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- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Hardwood Floors
Unique Features
- Central Air Conditioning
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $4,264 - $4,638
Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 597-642 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 1608Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 2006Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 1012Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotos2 Bedrooms
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Price Availability Date Unit Photos Floorplan View Details $6,692 Available Now 823 $7,684 Available Now PH102 $6,253 Available Now 533 Model Amenities and Features
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- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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- Den
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Views
Unique Features
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Dining Area
- High Celing
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Den
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
Unique Features
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Dining Area
- High Celing
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
Model Rent and Fees
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- $6,253 - $7,684
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- Heating
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- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- High Ceilings
- Views
Unique Features
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Dining Area
- High Celing
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
Model Rent and Fees
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- $6,253 - $7,684
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- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Hardwood Floors
Unique Features
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Dining Area
- High Celing
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- River Views
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
- Water Views
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Price
- $6,253 - $7,684
Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 798-867 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 823Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: PH102Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 533Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotos3 Bedrooms
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Price Availability Date Unit Photos Floorplan View Details $6,994 Available Now 908 $8,203 Available Now 1702 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Views
Unique Features
- City Views
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Double Bathroom Vanity
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
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Unit 908 Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- City Views
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Double Bathroom Vanity
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
Model Rent and Fees
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- $6,994 - $8,203
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- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Views
Unique Features
- City Views
- Corner
- Corner Unit
- Double Bathroom Vanity
- Kitchen Island
- Open Kitchen
- Skyline View
- Walk In Closet
- Washer And Dryer
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $6,994 - $8,203
Apartment Model: 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1250 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 908Apartment Model: 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotosApartment Unit: 1702Apartment Model: 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotos
Property Information
- 99 Units
- 14 Stories
- Built in 2013
Lease Terms
- 14 - 26 month lease terms available
Utilities Included
- Water
- Gas
- Heat
Pet Policy
Pet Policy - Cats
- Cats Allowed
- 1 Pet Limit
- Pets Allowed
- 25 Lb Weight Limit
Pet Policy - Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
- 2 Pet Limit
- 100 Lb Weight Limit
- Pets Allowed
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Garage
- Garage
Fee & Deposit Info
One-Time Fees
- $20 Application Fee
Features and Amenities
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
Income Restrictions At Gotham West
Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.
# Persons | Annual Income |
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2 | $122,850 |
4 | $153,495 |
To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.
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Hours and Contact Info
Monday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Tuesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Thursday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Friday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm |
Sunday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Renters Reviews and Ratings
Not a great choice for Midtown West
June 18, 2018I moved in less than a year ago. There is ongoing construction that I was never told about and it's constant noise and dust dare you open the windows. Constant noise on the corner of 44th and 11th, I've heard several fights and violence late at night. AC/heater units constantly break down and are noisy; I had to have mine fixed 3 times just to get it to a tolerable sound. Washer Dryer in unit is ridiculously inefficient, cycles last hours and washers pool water in front gasket, so you need to ...dry it manually after each use or it smells. Kitchen is very nice but panelling on cabinets fall apart. Gym is nice but tv on machines never work. Staff is helpful and amenities are nice but too many issues with unit.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Unprofessional leasing office
February 18, 2018This is the absolute worst building in all of NYC. I have never encountered a more unprofessional leasing office. If I ran this building I would fire Cynthia immediately. We scheduled a viewing for a 2 br/2 ba apartment. We called, emailed and confirmed the appointment. We arrived 30 mins early and were asked to wait in the lobby. When we asked again to check on the status we were told there was no appointment made and Cynthia refused to accommodate us despite my 7 month pregnant wife and I both ...having scheduled the appointment 6 days in advance and having taken the day off work. I would avoid this building at all costs. Extremely unprofessional and unlike any experiences I have had at dozens of other luxury buildings in the city. 0 stars filing formal complaint with Gotham west.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
GOTHAM WEST
October 12, 2015New building in midtown New York City. Has beautiful garden, lovely rooftop, gym and great recreation area! Right near the theater district as well!! What more could you ask for!?Review from Apartments.com
Gotham West
September 25, 2015Great building. Clean halls. Wonderful staff. Playroom for kids. Available gym. Front desk 24 hoursReview from Apartments.com
Gotham West
August 16, 2015I moved into Gotham West on west 45th street about a year and a half ago. The rooms are beautiful with hardwood floors, washer/dryer and diswasher. We also have central airconditioning, as well. The whole block is basically new apartment buildings and it's proving to be an up and coming area!Review from Apartments.com
New Luxury Building- missing the luxury
August 3, 2015We are the first to live in our apartment at GothamWest. First off- the views of the Hudson River from our unit were gorgeous. Stunning, unobstructed sunsets every night fill our apartment. The finishes are quite nice- well appointed bathroom, nicely finished kitchen, on par closet space. The negatives: Noise! The walls are paper thin, if you are within 30 feet of the elevator expect to hear every time someone calls the elevator (DING!). You can hear your neighbor shower. Most annoyingly- the ...street noise. We live 22 stories above street level and from 4:10PM to 7:45PM EVERY SINGLE DAY the traffic noise from 11th avenue is deafening. If you plan on renting here- please visit your unit at 5:00PM with the windows open and closed. Both have street noise levels that are unacceptable. The HVAC units are freestanding-unfortunately the fan is exceptionally loud- expect to turn the unit off during phone calls or turning your television up several decibels when running. The lack of luxury- door guys interestingly and incorrectly referred to as the "concierge" (with the exception of Mike) do nothing unless directly asked. This means not acknowledging you or even looking up when walking through the door (no door opening, good morning/evening, or even knowing your apartment number or name after living there for 14 months.) Odd policing of rules, for instance: no glass on the roofdeck, wait, depends on the day and the guard. Sometimes glass wear and a bottle of champagne are completely acceptable, other days everything must be consumed in plastic and alcohol is prohibited. Strange level of staffing, many times during torrential rain hours passed before rugs were unrolled- yet security was stationed in the service entrance to patrol single dog owners from utilizing the exit unless the dog was over 50 pounds (strange and specific use of resources.) The building is located one avenue from Pier 84 dog park, GREAT! This makes the building dog friendly. Unfortunately they are not able to keep up with the level of feces and urine surrounding the building. You may notice wet pavement twice a day around most buildings during the summer to help offset the waste. Not here- the staff likes to sweep but is neither active nor proactive to help eliminate the smell. Having looked at all of the lux elevator buildings in HK last year, and living in the hood for four years- GothamWest is a 3 out of 5. Noise & lack of service take the biggest points off of the review.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
A great find in a convenient location
July 25, 2015We found gotham west after visiting the market downstairs which is one of the best food courts in New York. Very nice to have all sorts of food and drink options right below the building and with a building discount it is even better. The building amenities include a roof deck which is open during the warm months and limits guests you can bring with pretty strict security. It's a great view and fills up pretty fast when it's nice outside. We love the gym and the free gym classes that include ...spinning and yoga. It's definitely saved us some money on a separate gym membership and it's more motivational to workout when you are already in the building. The building is so new that the units couldn't be better. Some units have really high ceilings and all have great built-in pantrys and full length medicine closets to make the most of your manhattan space. The one negative would be for those on the 11th ave side, while the views of the Hudson are great, many of the units are within earshot of the ups trucking facility which is constantly beeping at night. You can't hear it during the day, but trust me- when the lights go off and you put your head down- you will hear it until the sum comes up. It's not just honking, it's the backing up electronic beep from never ending trucks. Overall though, we love this building because of its quality of life, close proximity to great restaurants and bars (9th ave is the best) and services. All for some of the most reasonable prices in manhattan for a full service. New luxury building.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
NYC Lab High School for Collaborative Studies
PS 51 Elias Howe
The Clinton School
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Gotham West.
Arts Museums and Landmarks | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Museum of Modern Art | 11 West 53 Street | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
Frick Collection | 1 East 70th Street | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
Museum of Natural History | Central Park West and 79th street | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
Big Box and Retail | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Macy's | 151 W 34th St | 2 min | 0.9 mi |
Walgreen's | 3333 Park Ave | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
Shoprite | 900 Madison St | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
Colleges and Universities | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Technical Career Institutes | 320 W 31st St | 2 min | 0.8 mi |
Fashion Institute of Technology | 227 W 27th St | 3 min | 1.0 mi |
ASA Institute of Business and Computer Technology - Manhattan Campus | 1293 Broadway, Room 301 | 3 min | 1.0 mi |
Groceries | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Shoprite | 900 Madison St | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
C-Town | 1721-1727 First Ave | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
99 Ranch Market | 420 Grand St | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
Hospitals | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Mount Sinai St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital | 1000 Tenth Avenue | 2 min | 0.7 mi |
New York University Langone Medical Center | 550 First Avenue | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
Bellevue Hospital Center | 462 First Avenue | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Military Bases | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Brooklyn Support Activity | 9 min | 4.4 mi | |
Governors Island Support Center | 11 min | 5.2 mi | |
Military Ocean Terminal | 17 min | 8.0 mi |
Parks and Recreation | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Madison Square Park | 10 Madison Ave | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
Bryant Park | 217 E 42nd St | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Prospect Park | 95 Prospect Park West | 14 min | 6.7 mi |
Gotham West has 3 parks within 6.6 miles, including Madison Square Park, Bryant Park, and Prospect Park.
Restaurants and Dining | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Daniel | 60 E. 65th Street | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
French Roast | 78 W. 11th Street | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Rice to Riches | 37 Spring Street | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
Shopping Centers | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Port Authority Bus Terminal | 625-649 Eighth Ave | 1 min | 0.5 mi |
Shops At Lincoln Harbor | 1200 Harbor Blvd | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Tower Plaza Mall | 4100 Park Ave | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
Gotham West has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.
Transit Stations | Address | Drive | Distance |
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Lincoln Harbor-Tonnelle Avenue-Hoboken Terminal | Waterfront Ter | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Lincoln Harbor-West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue | Waterfront Ter | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Port Imperial-West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue | 77 Pershing Rd | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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New York Studio Apartments | $3,220 | $890 | $10,000+ |
New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $735 | $10,000+ |
New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,146 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,465 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,540 | $840 | $10,000+ |
New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,774 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,268 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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