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Amenities for 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1, Howard Beach
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| Baseboard | Natural Gas |
| Three Floors |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
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| Updated in 1980 |
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Apartments in New YorkHoward Beach 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1, Howard Beach, New York 11208, United States
Apartments in New YorkHoward Beach 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1, Howard Beach, New York 11208, United StatesProperty Status: Active This renovated one bedroom is located on a quiet tree lined street in the Lindenwood section of Howard Beach. This one bedroom and full bath is on the 1st floor of a three-family townhouse. Renovated kitchen and baths, appliances, closets, ceramic floors throughout. Freshly painted. The rental includes, heat, hot water and cooking gas. Tenant pays electric. Landlord pays fee. Close to JFK, Woodhaven, Ozone Park, Richmond Hill, Racetrack, Old Howard Beach, "A" train, Casino, New Howard Beach, Other apartment available. Office Phone: (718) 926-3184 Copyright © 2025 My State MLS. 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 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 101 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Howard Beach |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 11208 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Howard Beach
1-bedroom apartments at 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1 cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Howard Beach
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $4,078 |
| January 2024 | $4,042 |
| February 2024 | $4,200 |
| March 2024 | $4,203 |
| April 2024 | $4,291 |
| May 2024 | $4,197 |
| June 2024 | $4,291 |
| July 2024 | $4,388 |
| August 2024 | $4,499 |
| September 2024 | $4,501 |
| October 2024 | $4,500 |
| November 2024 | $4,340 |
| December 2024 | $4,198 |
| January 2025 | $4,274 |
| February 2025 | $4,317 |
| March 2025 | $4,475 |
| April 2025 | $4,614 |
| May 2025 | $4,617 |
| June 2025 | $4,574 |
| July 2025 | $4,360 |
| August 2025 | $4,392 |
| September 2025 | $4,481 |
| October 2025 | $4,398 |
| November 2025 | $4,299 |
| December 2025 | $4,270 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,900 |
| August 2024 | $1,800 |
| January 2025 | $1,800 |
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Schools near 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1
P.S. 232 - Lindenwood
153-23 83rd st
howard beach, NY, 11414
PK, K-8Public
B
P.S. 150 - Christopher
364 sackman st
brooklyn, NY, 11212
PK, K-5Public
C-
P.S. 184 - Newport
273 newport st
brooklyn, NY, 11212
PK, K-8Public
C-
Christopher Avenue Community School
51 christopher ave
brooklyn, NY, 11212
PK, K-5Public
C-
P.S. 298 - Dr. Betty Shabazz
85 watkins st
brooklyn, NY, 11212
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Howard Beach | New York, NY
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Howard Beach near 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 156 78th Street - Sapphire Street #1, Howard Beach
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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