Our tour of NYC apartments for $2800 starts in always-popular Williamsburg. More than 130 StreetEasy shoppers dig this 2-bedroom with a balcony. And why not? A gut-renovation delivers a spanking new interior with central air and a dishwasher. It’s got a lot more bells and whistles, too, including custom soundproof windows. (Crucial when you’re this close to the BQE.) Listed by the Litvak Team at Compass.

Park yourself in Park Slope as New York City swings back into action. Our next NYC apartment for $2800 is an inviting perch in this beloved neighborhood. It’s set in a lovely brownstone on a block full of lovely brownstones. And it’s close to everything, especially Prospect Park, less than a block away. The living room features a brick fireplace and a bay window. And the kitchen sports a dishwasher. Marc Berman of Berman Realty has the listing.

We head to South Harlem for our next NYC apartment for $2800 (or less!). This 1-bedroom’s loft-like interior reflects the architectural style of its boutique building. It boasts three of New Yorkers’ most-wanted amenities, too! There’s central air, an in-unit washer/dryer, and a balcony that overlooks tree-lined 123rd Street. In addition, the open kitchen has a big window and a dishwasher. Listed by Pielet Brothers Management.

We bump up just a hair over $2800 for our next apartment. But we think it’s worth it, for three reasons. One is a month free, which brings the net-effective rent down to $2631. More important is two: location! This is the heart of Little Italy, a neighborhood that’s just flat-out fun. And finally, three: A 2-bedroom in downtown Manhattan for this price is a rarity. And as a bonus, there’s also a new kitchen with dishwasher! Brian Stern at Bond New York is the listing agent.

We end our tour of NYC apartments for $2800 below budget. And, speaking of locations, this spacious 1-bedroom sits right where Chelsea meets Hudson Yards. The interior shines under recessed lights, and the shiny new kitchen has a dishwasher. The building boasts an elevator, laundry, and a bike room. Plus, concessions bring the net-effective rate down to $2,141. David Kahn and Kristina Gavrilova at MNS are the listing agents.