We’re coming up on a busy season for rentals, when students and new graduates flood the city. Great options are across the city, among them a renovated 1-bedroom with loft space on the Lower East Side, a rent-stabilized 2-bedroom in lovely Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and a pair of 2-bedrooms in Hell’s Kitchen. As always, there are many more to be found right here on StreetEasy.

Price $3,795
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood East Village
Borough Manhattan

This East Village 2-bedroom has large windows throughout, creating a bright and sun-filled atmosphere. The living room is well-sized with a nice layout, while the kitchen has its own window, tile floors, counter space, and great cabinet storage. And the location — near the intersection of the East Village, NoHo, Nolita, and the Lower East Side — can’t be beat!

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Price $3,000
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Lower East Side
Borough Manhattan

On the Lower East Side, this renovated 1-bedroom has beautiful features like high ceilings, large windows facing east, herringbone floors, and a set of French doors. There’s a loft space that can be used for a sleeping area, storage, or a home office. The elegant kitchen is outfitted with white subway tile, coordinating custom cabinets, decent counter space, and a dishwasher. There’s even room for a small dining area.

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Price $3,800
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Hell’s Kitchen
Borough Manhattan

This 2-bedroom in Hell’s Kitchen boasts a large living room, painted crown moldings, hardwood floors, and marble floors in the kitchen. The eat-in kitchen has a sleek stainless steel fridge and a dishwasher for easy cleanup. Well-sized windows let in generous light to nearly every room, including both bedrooms. It’s also pet-friendly!

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Price $2,550
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Borough Brooklyn

Act fast to get your hands on this rent-stabilized 2-bedroom unit in beautiful Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Prewar details like arched doorways and hardwood floors give timeless charm to this 1926-built home. One bedroom has a built-in raised bed stand with room underneath for storage, making smart use of vertical space. Other boastful features include a spacious separate kitchen, tons of closet space, windows in every room, and a location just one block from Prospect Park.

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Price $3,300
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Hell’s Kitchen
Borough Manhattan

We’re back in Hell’s Kitchen for another 2-bedroom, this one located on the second floor of a lovely building. Hardwood floors throughout and whitewashed exposed brick in the bedrooms create a modern yet classic vibe. The larger bedroom is bright thanks to two windows, and has a generous closet with sliding doors. Best of all, the prime location puts you just blocks from the Theater District and Hudson Yards.

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