The Manchester

515 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Condo Building In Kensington

Units

123

Stories

6

Year Built

1961

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Units for Rent

1 Available Units

The Manchester

114,780

Total Sq Ft

Cooperative

Building Type

515 East 7th Street Corp

Property Manager

The Manchester, a six-story brick structure completed in 1961, stands as a testament to mid-century design in the vibrant Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn. With 123 units, this co-op building offers a variety of living spaces, from cozy studios to spacious two-bedrooms. Located at 515 East 7th Street, The Manchester provides residents with a blend of urban convenience and community charm. The building's straightforward design, featuring a series of balconies on one side and external fire escapes on another, reflects the practical aesthetics of its era while providing a comfortable home for its diverse inhabitants.

The Manchester is a condominium located in Kings and the 11218 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Kings County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Controlled Access
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Tub/Shower
  • Storage Space
  • Elevator
  • Freezer

Location

515 E 7th, Brooklyn,
NY 11218

Neighborhood

Situated just south of Park Slope, Kensington is a laidback Brooklyn neighborhood rich in diversity and practical amenities. Although Kensington is primarily residential, the neighborhood offers a broad range of restaurants, shops, and markets along Church Avenue and Coney Island Avenue.

Kensington contains great public schools, along with a wide variety of spacious rentals, including brick rowhouses, pre-war apartments, and more. Kensington is adjacent to the sprawling Prospect Park, where residents and visitors alike enjoy all kinds of outdoor recreation. Getting around from Kensington is easy with a walkable layout as well as access to the F, G, B, and Q trains.

Learn More About Kensington

Education

College & Universities Distance

Drive: 6 mins drive / 1.8 away
1.8 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.8 away
2.8 mi
Drive: 11 mins drive / 4.3 away
4.3 mi
Drive: 11 mins drive / 4.5 away
4.5 mi

The Manchester is within 6 minutes or 1.8 miles from Brooklyn College. It is also near Medgar Evers College, CUNY and Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Cortelyou Road, located 0.5 mile from The Manchester.

Transit/Subway Distance

Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 13 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Walk: 14 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Walk: 17 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 10 mins drive / 4.1 away
4.1 mi
Drive: 11 mins drive / 4.0 away
4.0 mi
Drive: 12 mins drive / 5.6 away
5.6 mi
Drive: 18 mins drive / 8.7 away
8.7 mi
Drive: 25 mins drive / 10.5 away
10.5 mi
The Manchester is near John F Kennedy International, located 12.9 miles or 23 minutes away, and Laguardia, located 15.1 miles or 27 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 23 mins drive / 12.9 away
12.9 mi
Drive: 27 mins drive / 15.1 away
15.1 mi
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
92
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
97
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Manchester.

Shopping Centers Distance

Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 1.6 away
1.6 mi
The Manchester has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.1 away
2.1 mi
Drive: 8 mins drive / 3.2 away
3.2 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.1 away
2.1 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.5 away
2.5 mi
Drive: 8 mins drive / 2.7 away
2.7 mi
The Manchester has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Prospect Park Zoo, Prospect Park, and Prospect Park Audubon Center at the Boathouse.

Hospitals Distance

Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.2 away
2.2 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.4 away
2.4 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.5 away
2.5 mi
The Manchester has 3 hospitals within 2.5 miles, the nearest is Maimonides Medical Center which is 2.2 miles away and a 6 minute drive.

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