16 Affordable Coworking Spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn

Published on February 9, 2017 at 9:00 am by Lucia Hoffman in Lists

This list of 16 affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn might be for you if you don’t have an office space office and don’t want to do work-at-home. Even though a computer, a wi-fi connection and a cell phone might be all you need to run a business from home, it can also make you feel emotionally disconnected from others. Finding a good workspace might be a good solution for you so check it out our list of 16 affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

A friend of mine who works from home says that she feels lonely at times and misses interacting with others in an office setting. Like many freelancers, she suffers from the problem of isolation while working at home. So, even if you feel that the dinner table is an option to be used as a work desk at home, and you can talk to customers while in your pajamas, being around others might lift your spirits, so check for 16 affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn. And if you are Freelancing or telecommuting you can also check out 11 Most Profitable Businesses with Low Startup Costs.

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New York is one of the most important business districts in the USA, and offers some great coworking spaces, especially in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Each coworking space has its own perks, offering WiFi, fax, conference rooms, kitchen, and well-designed working areas. These types of working environment fit well in this digital era, when in most cases, a computer and a reliable internet connection is all you need to complete your work. So, these 16 affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn can fulfill your basic needs and be cost saving.

In the past few years, coworking spaces have gained popularity because of how online jobs and freelancing have drastically changed the way individuals and companies do business. These spaces attract all sorts of professionals, from startups to independent contractors, to people who travel frequently and want to work around others. Besides being cost effective, one of the advantages of coworking spaces is that you can work independently but not feel completely isolated. You can have your privacy, run meetings in nice settings, and in some places, enjoy ready made coffee without having to make it yourself.

Often, there is a sense of community in these settings, even though, most professionals using those spaces are not part of the same company. But you get that feeling of being in an office, surrounded by people, which can be emotionally rewarding, and less distracting than working at home. So, try figuring out which of these 16 affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn is best for you.

16. Friends Work Here

Address: 47 Bergen St–Floor 3, Brooklyn, NY

$400 shared desk, $650 dedicated desk

This co-working space is designed for creative people working in arts and design, or even for writers. It maybe on the pricey side, but the interiors and features prove to be worth every penny. Friends Work Here offers phone booths, lunch stations, a lounge area, kitchen area, and 30 work stations.

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15. Secret Clubhouse

Address: 117 South 3rd St between Bedford Ave and Berry St, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY

-$500/monthly package full-time membership, $25 daily package daily desk rental

This one does not skimp on quirky, artsy interiors. They showcase vintage computers, fully stocked kitchen with chows and booze, and 24/7 access. It truly is one of the best ones in New York City. Their prices do not seem to be too expensive considering what they have to offer.

14. Brooklyn Works

Address: 159, 20th St South Slope, Brooklyn, NY

– $475/month for one person spaces

Working at this space will give you access to unlimited printing and unlimited high-speed internet—pretty much everything you need to have a productive day at work. They also offer private offices with 24/7 access, and conference rooms powered by Apple computers.

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13. Bklyn Commons

Address: 495 Flatbush AveProspect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn, NY

-$475/month

Located in the heart of Brooklyn, this co-working space offers more than just its strategic location. It also features event spaces, well-designed and conducive work spaces, and even workshops for marketing and productivity.

12. Alley

Address: 119 West 24th Street, Chelsea, NY

-$450/month

This co-working giant has been offering great work spaces since 2012. They have the usual co-working space features including conference rooms and shared desks. What sets them apart are weekly catered lunches and a dedicated community manager.

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11. Ensemble

Address: Floor 4, 32 W 39th St, NY

-$450/month dedicated permanent office space

Located right in the center of Midtown Manhattan, the location is no less than perfect. They also boast of communal spaces, community library, great conference rooms, and a fully-equipped kitchen.

10. Bond Collective (Formerly Coworkrs)

Address: 68 3rd St Gowanus, Brooklyn, NY

-$45/day pass, $450/month, $800 private offices, $50/hr meeting rooms

This co-working space has many locations around New York City, each of which provides conducive shared working spaces for professionals of various industries. They also have private offices and meeting rooms perfect for business meetings and conferences.

9. CoLab Factory

Address: 14 Dekalb Ave 3rd Flr Downtown Brooklyn, NY

-$30/day, $400/month, up to $2000/month for an office of four

This one is not just a co-working space, but is also a great events place. They are frequented by businessmen, freelancers, and startups. They provide seamless and reliable internet connection, printing services, 24/7 access, and even some great coffee to keep you awake during working hours.

8. Green Desk

Address: 240 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

-$299/month, single open desks

This co-working space has among the most affordable monthly membership rates in the city. That does not mean it’s because their features are weak. On the contrary, they have fully equipped conference rooms, 24/7 access, high-speed internet, and even a bike storage.

16 Affordable Coworking Spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn

7. Brooklyn Desks

Address: 49 Wyckoff Ave Bushwhack, Brooklyn, NY

-$275/month shared open space/$300 shared desk in a private office

24/7 access and an outdoor terrace, Brooklyn Desks seem to have hit the balance between work and play. Theirs is a 9,000 square feet loft converted to one of the best yet also one of the most reasonably priced co-working spaces in NYC. They also have state of the art conference rooms and great private offices, too.

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6. Bar Works

Address: 47 W 39th St, New York, NY

-Limited membership, members can use the space 2 days/week, starts at $250/month

Tagging themselves as the ‘Workspace with Vibes’, this co-working space, next on our list of affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn has a vintage feel but high technology equipment for you to use. Featuring high speed and reliable internet, 24/7 access, and well-designed interiors, working has never looked this cool.

5. Pencilworks

Address: 61 Greenpoint Ave, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY

-$250/month shared desk/$400/month dedicated desk/$25 day passes/$49 virtual office access and conference room

This co-working space, nect on our list of affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn is usually frequented by writers and entrepreneurs. The space is one that’s both old school and industrial, which attracts people from various generations. They have virtual offices and conference rooms, as well as monthly offices available for up to 50 people.

4. The Compound Cowork

Address: 507 Flatbush Ave, Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn, NY

-$225/month first come first serve seating, $375/month dedicated desk, $35/hr conference room

This co-working has a well-supported community that features special events and membership specials. They also offer great working spaces, as well as spaces where you can relax, take a quick nap, and even run before getting back to work.

3. Bat Haus Coworking

Address: 279 Starr St Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY

-$225/month 5 days a week/$175/month 3 days a week

The third place on our list of affordable coworking spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn goes to this co-working space that might pass as both a working and playing space. Its no-nonsense industrial design is conducive for working. Come weekends, the place is also open for when you want to chill and have fun. You can even rent the place for baby showers, bridal showers, birthdays, etc.

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2. Brooklyn Creative League

Address: 540 President St, Brooklyn, NY

-$225/40 hours, $350/80 hours, $495 six foot desk full time, $550-575 8 foot full-time desk

If you have always been passionate about going green and have been looking for ways to doing it more in your life, try working in this place. They offer healthy lunches like salads, and also have a diverse community comprised of entrepreneurs, freelancers, writers, designers, etc.

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1. The Farm

Address: 447 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York, NY

-$250/month

Even their lowest membership plans provide high-speed fiber internet, making this one of the co-working spaces with the best value for money. The most expensive, premium membership plan boasts of 24/7 keyless access, along with the use of the conference room, and great desks.