Summary
50 North 5th offers Williamsburg rentals near the waterfront, with a two-story athletic club, coworking space and rooftop lounge. Residents often praise the location, door staff and shared outdoor areas. Feedback on management follow-through is less consistent.
Reviews
The strongest praise concerns the onsite staff, location and outdoor spaces. Management responsiveness and move-out administration have drawn recurring criticism.
What residents praise
Residents repeatedly single out the front desk and maintenance team for friendliness and prompt help.
The gym, rooftop and courtyards are frequently mentioned as reasons residents enjoy living here.
What residents complain about
Renters describe unanswered messages and delays dealing with deposits or building-wide issues. Other residents report responsive service, particularly from the onsite team.
Amenities
A two-story athletic club, indoor sports court, landscaped courtyard and rooftop sundeck complement in-unit laundry and an attended lobby.
* Fees apply to marked amenities. See Costs in the Availability tab.
Also here: Bike storage · Indoor basketball and volleyball court · Co-working lounge · Media lounge · Children's playroom · Pet spa
Location
50 North 5th is located at 50 North 5th Street, New York, NY 11249. The Williamsburg waterfront is close by, while Bedford Avenue provides the L train and a busy strip of restaurants and shops.
- Transit
- 7 minBedford AvL
- 14 minLorimer StGL
- 14 minMetropolitan AvGL
- Supermarkets
- 2 minBrooklyn Harvest Market
- 3 minTrader Joe's
- 4 minTen Ichi Mart
- 5 minWhole Foods Market
- 7 minFoodtown
- Parks
- 3 minNorth 5th Street Pier and Park
- 5 minMarsha P. Johnson State Park
- 6 minWilliam Sheridan Playground
- 6 minBushwick Inlet Park Playground
playground
- 6 minNorthside Community Garden
Building records
Housing complaints are relatively uncommon compared with similar buildings. New-building projects roughly 500 feet away could bring construction noise nearby.
Reported housing complaintsPast 3 years
1.3 reports per 100 apartments, versus 28.8 for other comparable apartment buildings in New York.
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1 | Aug 2025 | |||||||
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1 | Aug 2024 | |||||||
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1 | Jul 2026 | |||||||
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HPD housing-code violationsPast 3 years
| Condition | Citations | Status | Latest | |||||||||
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2 | Closed | Feb 2024 | ||||||||||
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5 additional older citations remain open.
Construction nearby
| Project | Work type | Distance | Latest permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New building | 500 ft | Jun 2026 | |
Permitted work: foundation, general construction, mechanical systems, plumbing, sprinklers, support of excavation. | |||
| New building | 550 ft | Dec 2025 | |
Permitted work: general construction. | |||
Rent history
Studios cost slightly more than the Williamsburg median but also offer more space. One-bedroom rents and sizes are close to the area median.
Typical rents
| Apartment | Range | Median rent | Median size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,372–$4,566 | $4,239 +6% vs area | 516 sf +10% vs area |
| 1 bed | $4,166–$6,177 | $5,335 +7% vs area | 660 sf −1% vs area |
| 2 beds | $6,439–$9,545 | $7,870 | 955 sf |
Concessions
23% of listings offered free rent, most commonly one month.
- No free rent recorded
- 77%(30 of 39)
- 1 month
- 18%(7 of 39)
- 1.5 months
- 5%(2 of 39)
About one in three listings offered free rent, most commonly one month. If the apartment you like doesn’t include an offer, it’s worth asking whether leasing can extend one.
- No free rent recorded
- 69%(9 of 13)
- 1 month
- 31%(4 of 13)
- 1.5 months
- 0%(0 of 13)
16% of listings offered free rent, most commonly one month.
- No free rent recorded
- 84%(16 of 19)
- 1 month
- 16%(3 of 19)
- 1.5 months
- 0%(0 of 19)
29% of listings offered free rent, most commonly one and a half months.
- No free rent recorded
- 71%(5 of 7)
- 1 month
- 0%(0 of 7)
- 1.5 months
- 29%(2 of 7)
Availability
Listed now
| Apartment | Beds | Rent | Size (sq ft) | Available | Days listed | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#2LW#2LW | 1 bed | $6,161 | 660 | Sep 21, 26 | 72 | StreetEasy |
How fast they go: Recent listings spent a median of 14 days on the market, versus 14 days at comparable apartment buildings nearby. 41% left within a week, so move fast when you see an apartment you like.
Could open soon
| Apartment | Beds | Last asking rent | Size (sq ft) | Last on market | Est. lease end | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#4AW#4AW | Studio | $3,372 | 516 | ~1 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#2MW#2MW | 1 bed | $5,400 | 654 | ~1 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#5LW#5LW | 1 bed | $4,888 | 660 | ~1 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#6HE#6HE | 1 bed | $5,314 | 658 | ~1 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#6MW#6MW | 1 bed | $4,920 | 654 | ~1 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#4EE#4EE | 2 beds | $6,439 | 929 | ~1 yr ago | Oct 2026 | StreetEasy |
#2AW#2AW | Studio | $4,555 | 516 | ~1 yr ago | Nov 2026 | StreetEasy |
#7BE#7BE | 1 bed | $5,600 | 662 | ~1 yr ago | Nov 2026 | StreetEasy |
#4BW#4BW | 1 bed | $5,265 | 662 | ~3 yr ago | Nov 2026 | StreetEasy |
#2TE#2TE | Studio | $4,239 | 546 | ~1 yr ago | Dec 2026 | StreetEasy |
#2BW#2BW | 1 bed | $5,552 | 662 | ~2 yr ago | Dec 2026 | StreetEasy |
#7NW#7NW | 2 beds | $8,399 | 955 | ~2 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 $160/month on top of rent for electricity and internet. Hot water and cooking gas are included in rent. Amenities are included in rent.
Recurring costs
| Cost | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
Utilities Utilities Electricity~$110 Paid separately. Estimated $110/month. Hot waterIncluded Cooking gasIncluded | ~$110 |
Internet Internet We estimate $50/month for a basic internet plan. Source: 50 North 5th fees · Verizon plans | ~$50 |
Amenities Amenities Amenities are included in rent. Source: 50 North 5th fees | Included |
Estimated monthly total
~$160Also available: Bike storage ($15/month) · Storage (From $80/month)
At move-in
| Cost | One-time amount |
|---|---|
| Application Application $20 application fee per applicant. Source: 50 North 5th fees | $20/applicant |
| Holding deposit Holding deposit Refundable within 72 hours; otherwise credited to your first month’s rent. Source: 50 North 5th fees | $500 |
| Security deposit Security deposit Refundable security deposit equal to one month’s rent. Source: 50 North 5th fees | One month’s rent |
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