{"id":16036,"date":"2022-08-19T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=16036"},"modified":"2023-07-22T11:36:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-22T15:36:27","slug":"garden-apartments-nyc-definition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/garden-apartments-nyc-definition\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Garden Apartment?"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

If you have ever been apartment hunting, you\u2019ve probably heard the term \u201cgarden apartment\u201d before. However, depending on where you are and who you\u2019re talking to, \u201cgarden apartment\u201d can mean different things to different people. However, no matter what your definition is, garden apartments are very popular.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Definition of a Garden Apartment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The term \u201cgarden apartment\u201d has several definitions, the most common one being<\/a> \u201ca multiple-unit, low-rise dwelling having considerable lawn or garden space.\u201d This definition was first used in 1913 by the Queensboro Corporation when pitching plans for the new neighborhood in Jackson Heights<\/a>. Completed in 1917, they named their complex, with ample green space, Garden Apartments, and cemented the term in the cultural zeitgeist. This definition is most commonly used when talking about the first floor of a brownstone that has backyard access.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Another definition is<\/a> \u201cbuildings of low density, human scale, and acres of shared open space.\u201d By this definition, Stuyvesant Town<\/a>, just above Alphabet City in Manhattan<\/a>, could be considered Garden Apartments. Complexes like this are typically found a bit farther out from Manhattan, though there are some in every borough. No matter your definition, the constants are low-rise buildings with ample outdoor space.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Benefits of Garden Apartments<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When people think of NYC<\/a>, garden apartments might not be the first thing they think of. However, every borough has brownstones<\/a> and rowhouses<\/a>, some of which have some access to a yard. This can make for a wonderful entertaining space in the warmer months and is a major plus if you want to sublet your home in the future. People love a yard, after all! It also provides you with more space away from neighbors. Many people in NYC feel cramped in their complexes full of people, but garden apartments can make you feel like you aren\u2019t even in the city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

For complexes that have a shared garden space, there is still a huge benefit. These outdoor spaces are usually impeccably curated, featuring benches, shady spots, fountains, and even spaces that can hold events like concerts and picnics. These spaces are essentially miniature parks, so living in one of these beautiful complexes can feel very suburban. Many garden apartments even have swimming areas that can be private entrances to buildings. Access is usually very exclusionary, so your privacy is assured. If you want to live in NYC but in a home that feels like it’s farther away from the action, a garden apartment might be right for you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Downsides of Garden Apartments<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

There aren\u2019t too many downsides to garden apartments unless you hate the outdoors. That said, since they do come with ample outdoor space, they can be a bit farther out from the rest of the city to make room for that space or be more expensive. This means your commute<\/a> might be a tad longer or you’ll need to pay more monthly rent. Additionally, if you have the type of garden apartment with a private outdoor space, you will have to perform regular maintenance to keep that space looking nice. It most likely won\u2019t be as difficult to maintain as a yard in the suburbs, but that is an added task to your weekly schedule.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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