Summary
242 Broome is a 55-home Lower East Side condominium within Essex Crossing, with in-unit laundry, central air, a doorman, fitness center, playroom, entertainment lounge, storage and a landscaped roof. The developer inventory is sold out, and any rental now comes from an individual owner with apartment-specific pricing, finishes and terms.
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Amenities
242 Broome has in-unit laundry, central air and a 24-hour attended lobby. Residents have a fitness center, landscaped rooftop terrace, package room and private storage.
Also here: Resident lounge with catering kitchen and billiards · Children's playroom · Media room · Bike storage
Location
242 Broome, Essex Crossing is located at 242 Broome Street, New York, NY 10002. 242 Broome is about two minutes from the Delancey Street–Essex Street F, J, M and Z trains. Food Stop is about two minutes away, with Trader Joe's, Lidl and several Seward Park spaces also within a short walk.
- Transit
- 2 minDelancey St-Essex StFJMZ
- 6 minBoweryJZ
- 6 minGrand StBD
- 7 minEast BroadwayF
- 9 min2 AvF
- 11 minSpring St6
- Supermarkets
- 2 minFood Stop
- 5 minTrader Joe's
- 5 minLidl
- 6 minFine Fare Supermarket
- 8 minTan Tin Hung Supermarket
- Parks
- 3 minSeward Park Extension Park
- 4 minSeward Park High School - Community Playground
- 5 minHester Street Park
- 5 minSeward Park Extension Park
- 6 min(Seward Park Playground) Children's Play Area
playground
Building records
Housing complaints are relatively uncommon compared with similar buildings, with both reports concerning residential noise. Sound transfer is worth checking when viewing the apartment.
Reported housing complaintsPast 3 years
3.6 reports per 100 apartments, versus 28.7 for other comparable apartment buildings in New York.
| Category | Reports | Latest | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 | Mar 2025 | ||||||||||
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HPD housing-code violationsPast 3 years
No housing-condition violations recorded in this period.
Construction nearby
| Project | Work type | Distance | Latest permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion | 700 ft | Feb 2026 | |
Conversion to residential use. Permitted work: general construction. | |||
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Availability
Listed now
No apartments currently listed.
Check the building website for the latest availability.
Could open soon
| Apartment | Beds | Last asking rent | Size (sq ft) | Last on market | Est. lease end | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#12A#12A | 2 beds | $12,995 | 1,353 | ~2 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#8D#8D | 2 beds | $11,000 | 1,293 | ~2 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#7D#7D | 1 bed | $6,900 | 1,003 | ~3 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#11A#11A | 2 beds | $10,850 | 1,373 | ~3 yr ago | Nov 2026 | StreetEasy |
#7C#7C | 2 beds | $12,000 | 1,376 | ~1 yr ago | Dec 2026 | StreetEasy |
Past availability and off-market dates suggest these apartments may be nearing the end of their current lease. If a resident doesn’t renew, the apartment could become available. Ask the leasing team early about any unit that interests you.
New listings in past 12 months
Costs on top of rent
Budget about $150/month on top of rent for electricity and internet. Resident amenities are included in rent.
Recurring costs
| Cost | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
Utilities Utilities Electricity~$100 Electricity is paid separately. We estimate $100/month. Source: 242 Broome apartment listing · Con Edison bill illustration | ~$100 |
Internet Internet Internet is paid separately. We estimate $50/month for a basic plan. Source: 242 Broome apartment listing · Verizon plans | ~$50 |
Amenities Amenities Resident amenities are included with the apartment. Source: 242 Broome apartment listing | Included |
Estimated monthly total
~$150At move-in
| Cost | One-time amount |
|---|---|
| Application Application $700 condominium application fee. Source: 242 Broome apartment listing | $700 |
| Move-in fee Move-in fee $500 elevator and move-in fee. Source: 242 Broome apartment listing | $500 |
| Security deposit Security deposit The refundable security deposit is one month's rent. Source: 242 Broome rental terms | One month's rent |
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