Looking to make a fast move? New York City is your oyster. With rents falling in Manhattan, and a slew of new developments rising up in Brooklyn and Queens, there’s plenty to choose from. NYC apartments for a December move-in: Have fun (and stay safe)!

Price $3,050
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Flatiron
Borough Manhattan

This Flatiron 1BR is so cool, we just had to kick off things off here. Set in a brownstone with elevator, it’s magical under 11-foot beamed ceilings. The sanctuary-like ambiance is enhanced by a wood-burning fireplace and a lusciously curved terrace. And it doesn’t stop there! The bedroom offers the same architectural vibe, plus a long California Closet. And the tiled bath with skylight is so pretty. Listed by Whitney Didier at Douglas Elliman.

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Price $2,500
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood West Village
Borough Manhattan

A West Village apartment is always a coveted item. But add a private backyard, a dishwasher, and in-unit laundry for $2.5K? This NYC apartment for a December move-in is the total, enviable package. And competition looks fierce, too. Nearly 600 StreetEasy shoppers are already looking to make this their fabulous new home. Soner Metzgitci at GZB Realty has the listing.

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Price $1,895
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Borough Manhattan

It’s difficult to overstate the rare rental conditions now in play in Manhattan. Case in point: This genuinely charming prewar UWS 1BR can now be had for under $1,900. (Rental history shows it fetched about $1K more per month when it was last available.) It comes furnished, utilities are included, and there’s a working fireplace! Listed by Alexis Kim and George Pastor at Douglas Elliman.

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Price $6,500
Space 2 beds, 2 baths
Neighborhood NoMad
Borough Manhattan

This luxury Sky House condo is noteworthy despite its lofty price, especially as a share. At nearly 1,400 square feet, the corner unit boasts a massive living room with a wall of windows. One bedroom has an ensuite bath, and the other has a big walk-in closet. There’s in-unit laundry, and the high-end kitchen has a dishwasher and a wine fridge. Amedeo Pelin and Andrei Zaharia at Douglas Elliman are the leasing agents.

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Price $3,200
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Williamsburg
Borough Brooklyn

Hoping to land a prime Williamsburg location? Here’s a sharable 2-bedroom just a block from the Brooklyn waterfront. This NYC apartment for a December move-in is bright, open, and decked in natural hardwoods. The modern kitchen has a dishwasher and plenty of cabinet space. There’s even a sweet little balcony. Building amenities include a roof deck, laundry, and a gym. Faigy W. at Metro Prop NY has the listing.

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Price $3,800
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Greenpoint
Borough Brooklyn

Take advantage of rent incentives with this slick Greenpoint 2BR. With 2.5 months free on a 12-year lease, the net-effective price drops to $3,008. The tricked out interior boasts huge windows, a dishwasher, and plenty of closet space. And the building has beautiful common spaces, including a roof deck, and gym. Aviram Chandali at Rentopedia is the leasing agent.

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Price $3,100
Space 3 beds, 2 baths
Borough Brooklyn

Here’s a cheery 3-bed/2-bath that opens to a private deck — one of the most coveted amenities in NYC today! So grab your roomies and gather in the sun-filled home’s big, open kitchen. It boasts a dishwasher and breakfast bar. And the bedrooms are all queen-size, with generous closet space. Zaghir Ahmed at MNS is the leasing agent.

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Price $1,675
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Borough Brooklyn

Location alone should sell this 1-bedroom in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. It’s just across the street from Prospect Park, after all. But then there’s also the bright, neatly renovated interior. You get hardwoods, a nice kitchen with dishwasher, and a beautifully tiled bathroom, all for under $1,700. Khali Smith at Compass is the listing agent.

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Price $2,750
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Hunters Point
Borough Queens

Feel free and easy in this airy, wide-open 1-bedroom. The huge kitchen’s breakfast bar is a great place to perch or work. The living room offers a slew of windows for Long Island City views. And the brand-new, pet-friendly building delivers concierge service, laundry, and garage parking. Gina Tomassetti at Nomad Property Group is the leasing agent.

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Price $3,675
Space 3 beds, 2 baths
Neighborhood Astoria
Borough Queens

If a big apartment complex isn’t your thing, this NYC apartment for a December move-in beckons. It’s part of an Astoria 2-family that shares a 750-square-foot backyard. At 1,100 square feet, there’s plenty of room to spread out. Plus there’s a dishwasher and in-unit laundry. The M and R trains are nearby for great access to Manhattan. Listed by Andreas Kambanis at Bouklas Group.

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