We start with a homey 1-bedroom in the sweet spot where the East Village meets Union Square. This cheerful NYC apartment for $650K also comes in under budget. No wonder more than 100 StreetEasy shoppers call it a favorite. A bay window sets the scene in the spacious living room. A large kitchen separates it from the bedroom. Double closets keep clutter down. The pet-friendly co-op offers an elevator and generous purchasing rules.

Wow, Murray Hill! The panoramic windows in this 15th-floor 1-bedroom are enough to take your breath away. The airy, bright interior of this NYC apartment for $650K is equally great. A long kitchen offers stone counters, a breakfast bar, a wine fridge, and a dishwasher. The bathroom is beautifully remodeled. In addition, the Carlton Regency’s amenities including a gym, laundry, and an amazing roof deck.

We dip just under budget again for this Lower East Side 2-bedroom. More than 170 StreetEasy shoppers like its vibe, and its location in the resurgent area near Essex Crossing. The interior marries prewar exposed brick with midcentury aesthetics. Wood-trimmed windows are a cool room divider. The kitchen sports white stone counters, a dishwasher, and walnut cabinets. The bathroom’s tiled walk-in shower looks super-soothing. Laundry is available in the sister building next-door, at 98 Suffolk.

Go big and go home! At 900 square feet, this totally remodeled NYC apartment for $650K offers incredible value for the money. A wood-beamed header divides the bright living room from a huge, open kitchen/dining area. Premium appliances include a Bosch dishwasher. Sliding barn doors reveal a mammoth walk-in pantry. The bathroom is an absolute oasis. Plus, it’s all just a block from Prospect Park.

We end our tour of NYC apartments for $650K at the ever-reliable Clinton Hill Co-ops. This updated corner 1-bedroom boasts original oak floors. Better yet, six new windows with multiple exposures afford great light all day. The remodeled kitchen with dishwasher opens to a bright dining area. And the complex is just a few blocks from Fort Greene Park. It boasts amenities like laundry, elevators, and a shared courtyard. Solid!