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556 81st St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA|Bay Ridge
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant neighborhood, this property features 25 photos for a comprehensive visual overview and is within walking distance to a highly rated middle school. The area offers strong environmental sustainability with ample parks and convenient public transit access, fostering an active social life with community gathering spaces nearby.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 556 81st St #2, Bay Ridge
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Baseboard |
| Hardwood Floor | Natural Gas |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Roof Deck |
Other
| Six Rooms |
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About 556 81st St #2
Property Status: Active Welcome to 556 81st Street in the heart of Bay Ridge! This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home perfectly blends classic charm with modern updates and thoughtful functionality. Inside, you’ll find rich hardwood floors throughout, creating warmth and continuity across the space. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers plenty of room for cooking, gathering, and everyday living. A versatile alcove provides the perfect setup for a home office, reading nook, or creative workspace — ideal for today’s lifestyle needs. Home Features: • 2 well-proportioned bedrooms • Renovated full bath • Large eat-in kitchen • Hardwood floors throughout • Flexible bonus alcove • Expansive private balcony/roof deck Come outside to your oversized private balcony/roof deck — a rare find in Bay Ridge — perfect for morning coffee, entertaining or unwinding at sunset in your own outdoor retreat. Located just moments from the vibrant shopping, dining, and conveniences along 5th Avenue, you’ll enjoy neighborhood charm with everything you need right at your doorstep. Move right in and start enjoying the best of Bay Ridge living. Office Phone: (718) 954-8400 Copyright © 2026 Brooklyn New York Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 556 81st St, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 400 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Bay Ridge |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 11209 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Bay Ridge
2-bedroom apartments at 556 81st St #2 cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Bay Ridge
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $4,718 |
| April 2024 | $5,016 |
| May 2024 | $4,696 |
| June 2024 | $4,736 |
| July 2024 | $4,935 |
| August 2024 | $5,209 |
| September 2024 | $5,381 |
| October 2024 | $5,594 |
| November 2024 | $5,467 |
| December 2024 | $5,162 |
| January 2025 | $5,322 |
| February 2025 | $5,498 |
| March 2025 | $5,620 |
| April 2025 | $5,896 |
| May 2025 | $5,539 |
| June 2025 | $5,537 |
| July 2025 | $5,073 |
| August 2025 | $5,248 |
| September 2025 | $5,375 |
| October 2025 | $5,195 |
| November 2025 | $5,090 |
| December 2025 | $5,073 |
| January 2026 | $5,081 |
| February 2026 | $5,079 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,712 |
| April 2024 | $2,750 |
| May 2024 | $2,750 |
| June 2024 | $2,645 |
| July 2024 | $2,393 |
| August 2024 | $2,365 |
| September 2024 | $2,362 |
| October 2024 | $2,650 |
| November 2024 | $2,810 |
| December 2024 | $2,831 |
| January 2025 | $2,800 |
| February 2025 | $2,750 |
| March 2025 | $2,835 |
| April 2025 | $2,831 |
| May 2025 | $2,800 |
| June 2025 | $2,800 |
| July 2025 | $2,810 |
| August 2025 | $2,832 |
| September 2025 | $2,875 |
| October 2025 | $2,905 |
| November 2025 | $2,982 |
| December 2025 | $3,015 |
| January 2026 | $3,030 |
| February 2026 | $2,984 |
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Can I afford to live at 556 81st St #2?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$128,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $128,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,200.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $2,350 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 556 81st St #2
P.S. 127 - McKinley Park School
7805 7th ave
brooklyn, NY, 11228
K-5Public
A
Brooklyn Child Care Inc.
800 poly pl
brooklyn, NY, 11209
PKPublic
Ps 939
270 59th st
brooklyn, NY, 11220
K-2Public
The School of Creativity & Innovation
736 48th st
brooklyn, NY, 11220
PK, K-4Public
P.S. 231K
5601 16th ave
brooklyn, NY, 11204
K-8Public
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Getting around Brooklyn near 556 81st St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 556 81st St #2, Brooklyn
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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