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Highlights

  • Fitness center
  • Community gardens
  • Floor to ceiling windows
  • Business center
  • Rooftop lounge
  • Spa-inspired bathrooms

Location

2840 Atlantic Avenue, New York, NY 11207, USA|East New York
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Property Overview

The Highland is a highly rated, value-forward community with excellent scores across price, location, quality, amenities, and trustworthiness, making it a standout option for renters. Residents enjoy strong transit access, walkability, and proximity to parks, along with social-friendly shared spaces like a fitness center, community gardens, business center, and rooftop lounge, plus modern touches such as floor-to-ceiling windows and spa-inspired bathrooms. Detailed listing photos and a nearby top-rated high school further enhance its appeal for those prioritizing social life and environmental sustainability.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The Highland is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

Unit 512Studio0 bath$2,300 /mo
Unit 324Studio0 bath$2,300 /mo
Unit 412Studio0 bath$2,538 /mo
Unit 3151 bed1 bath$2,699 /mo
Unit 7241 bed1 bath$2,743 /mo
Unit 9241 bed1 bath$2,781 /mo
Unit 7032 bed2 bath$3,411 /mo
Unit 9032 bed2 bath$3,448 /mo
Unit 7262 bed2 bath$3,688 /mo

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Amenities for The Highland

Apartment Amenities

Floor-To-Ceiling WindowsGranite Countertop
Natural LightOutdoor Terrace
Vinyl Plank Flooring

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Business CenterCo-working lounge
Fitness CenterRooftop Lounge

Grounds

Children's Play Area

Neighborhood

Close to Restaurants and Shopping
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About The Highland

HomeApartments in New YorkEast New York The Highland

Housed in what was formerly known as the Empire State Dairy Company, The Highland, a residential enclave in southeast Brooklyn. Steeped in rich history, The Highland spans 14 stories and offers Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom residences. The apartments at the Highland are ideally suited for modern living, with floor to ceiling windows in most residences, abundant natural light, elegant kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms. The Highland offers a vast variety of amenities including a rooftop lounge, fitness center, business center, coworking lounge, additional outdoor terrace, and children’s indoor and outdoor play areas. Cypress Hills is a neighborhood filled with a vibrant history, with local bars, restaurants, cafes, community gardens, parks and green spaces.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The Highland is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated The Highland
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Highland offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Highland goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including business center. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Highland receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Highland offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
The Highland has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The Highland.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Highland has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The Highland is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 20 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

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 The Highland compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in East New York

Studio apartments at The Highland cost about 32% more than the average rent price for studios in East New York.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% higher than 1-bedrooms in East New York.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Highland to be 26% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in East New York.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
East New York
New York
A table of studio rental data trends in New York
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$3,546
June 2024$3,635
July 2024$3,691
August 2024$3,698
September 2024$3,674
October 2024$3,625
November 2024$3,532
December 2024$3,527
January 2025$3,569
February 2025$3,563
March 2025$3,643
April 2025$3,747
May 2025$3,800
June 2025$3,772
July 2025$3,757
August 2025$3,791
September 2025$3,807
October 2025$3,812
November 2025$3,800
December 2025$3,798
January 2026$3,790
February 2026$3,794
March 2026$3,837
April 2026$3,849
A table of studio rental data trends in East New York
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$3,045
October 2024$3,036
November 2024$3,032
December 2024$3,159
January 2025$3,500
April 2025$3,777
May 2025$3,159
June 2025$2,725
July 2025$2,984
September 2025$2,517
October 2025$2,723
January 2026$1,800

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Can I afford to live at 2840 Atlantic Avenue?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

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Schools near The Highland

P.S. 89 - Cypress Hills

265 warwick st

brooklyn, NY, 11207

PK, K-8Public
C-

P.S. 158 - Warwick

400 ashford st

brooklyn, NY, 11207

PK, K-5Public
C

Ps 938

76 dinsmore pl

brooklyn, NY, 11208

PK, K-2Public

Christopher Avenue Community School

51 christopher ave

brooklyn, NY, 11212

PK, K-5Public
C-

Cypress Hills Child Care Center

108 pine st lower level

brooklyn, NY, 11208

PKPublic
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Getting around New York near 2840 Atlantic Avenue

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

2/10
Driving may be a chore with traffic and minimal parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 2840 Atlantic Avenue, New York

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 2840 Atlantic Avenue

Mateo Francisco
536 Liberty Ave
CTown Supermarkets
2869 Fulton St
Dama Food Market Corp
2303 Pitkin Ave
Lavega Grocery
2772 Fulton St
Gabr Deli Grocery
2218 Pitkin Ave

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