Brownstone / Townhouse
A brownstone (East Coast) or townhouse (everywhere else) is a multi-story row house, often subdivided into 2-4 floor-through apartments. Iconic in Brooklyn, Boston, DC, Philly.
Units in Building
2-6
Typical Rent
$2,200-7,500/mo
Renter Fit
intermediate
Security
★★★
✓ Pros
- • Character and architectural detail
- • Floor-through layouts (windows on 2 sides)
- • Often quiet, tree-lined streets
- • Walking neighborhoods
✗ Cons
- • Premium rent for the prestige
- • Old systems (heating, electric, plumbing)
- • No central AC typical
- • Stairs everywhere
Best For
Architecture loversUrbanites who want quietWalking-neighborhood seekersLong-term stays
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