Live at 21 Essex Street Pre-War Charm Near Campus & Downtown Culture.
If you're looking to live in the heart of downtown Manhattan, 21 Essex Street checks all the boxes. This classic pre-war walk-up building sits right where Chinatown meets the Lower East Side, offering an unbeatable mix of character, convenience, and culture.
Apartments here feature high ceilings, great natural light, and the kind of vintage NYC charm that's hard to find-perfect for anyone looking to make the most of downtown living.
You'll be just a short subway ride or bike commute to nearby campuses like NYU, The New School, Pace University, and Cooper Union-making it a smart choice for students. Plus, you're surrounded by 24/7 essentials: multiple laundromats within a 1-2 block radius, including EZ Laundry and Delancey Laundromat, are just steps away.
Grab a bite at neighborhood favorites like Kossar's Bagels, Dimes, Kopitiam, and Wu's Wonton King, or shop for groceries at Trader Joe's, Target, or the Essex Market-all just around the corner.
With the F, M, J, Z trains at Delancey/Essex a few minutes away, commuting across the city is a breeze.
Step into your dream apartment ! Set against the charming backdrop of exposed brick walls, ample storage space, and an abundance of natural light flooding in, this apartment is a true gem.
Listed for short term furnished as an option
Apartment for rent
$2,600/mo
21 Essex St #9F, New York, NY 10002
1beds
405sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
What's special
Vintage nyc charmExposed brick wallsGreat natural lightHigh ceilingsAmple storage spacePre-war walk-up building
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Open house
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
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- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 405 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: , Broker Exclusive, Fios Available, Live In Super, Package Receiving, Roof Rights, Roofdeck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 11/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,600$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
