New Yorkers probably spent more time in their apartments last year than ever before. Which got a lot of people thinking: Wouldn’t it be nice to have more space? Or maybe just a bit more separation between your work-from-home area and your living area? A duplex is the perfect fix for that cramped feeling. Here are 5 dream-worthy duplex apartments for sale in Brooklyn and Manhattan. All offer two levels of living, for around $1M or less! 

Price $999,000
Space 3 beds, 2 baths
Neighborhood Crown Heights
Borough Brooklyn

We start big, with a sprawling, 3-bedroom duplex apartment for sale right near the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Most of the home’s eight windows face south, ensuring great light throughout the day. The main floor consists of a kitchen, dining room, and two bedrooms, with a third bedroom and living room downstairs. There’s a full bath on each level, plus in-unit laundry — and plenty of closets, too.

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Price $995,000
Space 1 bed, 2 baths
Neighborhood South Harlem
Borough Manhattan

Our next duplex apartment for sale is a South Harlem stunner. It boasts a stellar location just blocks from Marcus Garvey Park, Morningside Park, and Central Park. Inside, a huge 1,500+ square feet creates lots of living space upstairs and bedroom space downstairs. The kitchen is absolutely massive, with a dishwasher and a center island. There are also two full bathrooms, each with double sinks. And let’s not forget that wraparound back patio!

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Price $599,000
Space 1 bed, 2 baths
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Borough Manhattan

Here’s your chance to own in the heart of the Upper West Side for under $600K! This duplex apartment for sale is just a block from the Museum of Natural History, in a classic brownstone building complete with an elevator. The space feels very open, thanks to 10-foot ceilings and spiral stairs. Each floor has its own full bath, both renovated with sleek tiles and vessel sinks.

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Price $430,000
Space Studio, 1 bath
Neighborhood West Chelsea
Borough Manhattan

This small but mighty studio is the most affordable of our duplex apartments for sale. And it’s in an enviable location right near the High Line! The upper level hosts a sleeping area, built-in storage, and the bathroom. An open staircase helps the light carry downstairs, where you’ll find a living room with a brick fireplace. There’s also a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. All in all, it’s an incredible bargain in an eternally popular neighborhood.

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Price $1,050,000
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Williamsburg
Borough Brooklyn

Last but certainly not least, we head to Williamsburg. This gorgeous duplex apartment for sale is conveniently close to McGolrick and McCarren parks. But, as a top floor unit, it has outdoor space of its very own in the form of a huge, private rooftop terrace. Nice! Other features include an updated kitchen, in-unit laundry, and enormous arched windows that keep the lower level bright.

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