Summer may be winding down, but there’s still time to make a great escape to the beach. One of the most impressive things about New York City is that almost anything is a train ride away — even great beaches. So, we’ve rounded up a handful of homes under $1M near various Long Island Rail Road stations that can whisk you away to Long Beach, the Hamptons, Fire Island, and more local getaway hotspots. And as always, check out StreetEasy for even more options.

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Price $695,000
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Hunters Point
Borough Queens

This 700-square-foot condo in Long Island City is less than a quarter-mile away from the Hunterspoint Avenue station and is a blank canvas waiting to be customized. Its railroad-style layout includes an open living and dining room, windowed kitchen, and sunny bedroom with space for a king-sized bed. The apartment also includes exclusive access to the building’s backyard, and the monthly common charges are super low at just $313/month.

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Price $575,000
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Hudson Yards
Borough Manhattan

Give this 1-bedroom Hudson Yards co-op a makeover, located just minutes away from Penn Station. The first-floor apartment includes a cozy living room, compact kitchen, sizable bedroom, and five closets throughout. The listing photos show the current unit as well as virtually staged photos of what it could look like after renovations, giving you a before-and-after preview. Subletting and pied-à-terres are allowed, which is nice for when you’re looking to get away for a bit longer than usual.

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Price $725,000
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Hudson Yards
Borough Manhattan

Another option along West 34th Street is this 1-bedroom with a flexible floor plan. The bedroom can host a king-sized bed, but if that’s not enough, the 27-foot-long living room can be divided to make space for an additional bedroom. The kitchen features marble countertops, glass tile backsplash, cherry wood cabinets, and a series of brand new stainless steel appliances. And for those weekend getaways, Penn Station is less than two blocks away.

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Price $499,000
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Murray Hill
Borough Manhattan

There’s lots of character to this 715-square-foot abode on Park Avenue near East 38th Street. A wood-burning fireplace, beamed ceilings, and original hardwood floors give the place some pre-war charm, while the large bedroom offers plenty of space and light. The kitchen is tiny and not ideal for serious cooks, but there are plenty of restaurants within close range. Grand Central is about five minutes away, making it ultra convenient to get out of town.

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Price $845,000
Space Studio, 1 bath
Neighborhood Murray Hill
Borough Manhattan

Last but certainly not least is this dreamy studio in Murray Hill that might have you opting for a staycation instead. The 500-square-foot space features a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows with light pouring in, wide-plank walnut floors, a sleek open kitchen with integrated appliances, a washer/dryer combo, a spa-like bathroom, and a walk-in closet. Grand Central is a mere four blocks away, but if you need a reason to not leave home, the building offers several: including a fitness center and a roof deck with stellar views.

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