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Highlights
- Modern finishes
- Heat
- Utilities included
- Sleek granite countertops
- Expansive living room
Location
987 E 42nd St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11210, USA|Flatlands
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Amenities for 987 E 42nd St #2, Flatlands
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Other
| Eight Rooms |
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About 987 E 42nd St #2
Property Status: Active Welcome to this bright and spacious 1,350 sq. ft., 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom top-floor apartment in a custom-built two-family home located in East Flatbush. Generous Layout: Expansive living room with plenty of natural light and a cozy, dedicated dining area. Updated Kitchen: Features sleek granite countertops and modern finishes. Modern Baths: Full bath finished with elegant marble tiling, plus a convenient half bath. Prime Location: Conveniently situated close to public transportation and local schools. Utilities Included: Tenant pays electric only-heat and hot water are covered! Office Phone: (718) 272-8988 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 987 E 42nd St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 290 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.9 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Flatlands |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 11210 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Flatlands
3-bedroom apartments at 987 E 42nd St #2 cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Flatlands
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $5,663 |
| December 2024 | $5,355 |
| January 2025 | $5,698 |
| February 2025 | $5,545 |
| March 2025 | $5,779 |
| April 2025 | $6,141 |
| May 2025 | $5,596 |
| June 2025 | $5,821 |
| July 2025 | $5,664 |
| August 2025 | $6,092 |
| September 2025 | $6,235 |
| October 2025 | $5,984 |
| November 2025 | $5,805 |
| December 2025 | $5,737 |
| January 2026 | $5,610 |
| February 2026 | $5,605 |
| March 2026 | $5,758 |
| April 2026 | $5,907 |
| May 2026 | $5,920 |
| June 2026 | $6,075 |
| July 2026 | $5,930 |
| August 2026 | $5,778 |
| September 2026 | $5,890 |
| October 2026 | $6,023 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,466 |
| December 2024 | $3,069 |
| January 2025 | $3,027 |
| February 2025 | $3,200 |
| March 2025 | $3,050 |
| April 2025 | $3,150 |
| May 2025 | $3,362 |
| July 2025 | $3,260 |
| August 2025 | $3,200 |
| November 2025 | $3,400 |
| December 2025 | $3,448 |
| January 2026 | $3,439 |
| February 2026 | $3,448 |
| March 2026 | $3,600 |
| April 2026 | $3,783 |
| May 2026 | $3,680 |
| June 2026 | $3,725 |
| July 2026 | $3,512 |
| August 2026 | $3,749 |
| September 2026 | $3,450 |
| October 2026 | $3,368 |
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Can I afford to live at 987 E 42nd St #2?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 987 E 42nd St #2
P.S. 109
1001 e 45th st
brooklyn, NY, 11210
PK, K-8Public
B
P.S. 141K
655 parkside ave
brooklyn, NY, 11226
PK, K-12Public
Ps 889
21 hinckley pl
brooklyn, NY, 11218
PK, K-5Public
B+
P.S. 165 - Ida Posner
76 lott ave
brooklyn, NY, 11212
PK, K-5Public
C-
Medgar Evers Head Start
60 east 93rd st
brooklyn, NY, 11212
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Flatlands | New York, NY
Getting around Brooklyn near 987 E 42nd St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
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 987 E 42nd St #2, Brooklyn
Groceries
10/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 5-minute walk, and there is also a vast number of specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
7/10
A variety of fashion stores are within a short walk.
Cafes
5/10
The closest café is within a 10-minute walk, and there are some other cafés within walking distance.
Restaurants
8/10
A variety of restaurants are within a short walk.
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.
High schools
6/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.
Parks
7/10
A medium-size park and some other smaller parks in the area.
Nightlife
3/10
The closest bar is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.
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