By Linda Collins
Brooklyn Daily Eagle

WILLIAMSBURG — Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg seems to be winning a popularity contest in residential building development.

Last month, the Eagle reported on Zazza Williamsburg, a brand new 20-story, 66-unit building at 424 Bedford Ave., where sales are brisk.

This week, the Eagle has learned that a building with 14 loft rental apartments was completely leased in a single day.

“The apartments were released to the market at 11 a.m. and by noon 50 percent had deposits from potential renters,� said David Maundrell of AptsandLofts.com. “By the end of the day, all 14 units had been leased.� This building, at 320 Bedford Ave., corner of South 2nd Street, is a project of CS Management LLC and was designed by Scarano Architects.

It has a red brick facade with floor-to-ceiling windows. Inside, the mix of studios, one-bedrooms and two-bedrooms all have open layouts, nearly 17-foot ceilings, large kitchens, generous closet space and outdoor space. The building also has a bicycle storage room.

Rents ranged from $1,800 to $3,300 per month.

Additionally, as part of a marketing campaign, new tenants will receive a six-month free gym membership at Maxim, North Williamsburg’s only fitness club — courtesy of the developers.

Also, as part of Aptsandlofts.com’s marketing campaign, the diverse, international population of Williamsburg was highlighted. Hence, the 40-foot banner that draped the side of the building, which had the word “large� in several languages: “Grandísimo, Aîné, Wielki, Grande, Büyük, LOFTS!�

“We wanted to make sure to appeal to everyone in multicultural Williamsburg,� said Alex Saltalamacchia, director of leasing for the building.

The property also features two retail storefronts totaling nearly 6,000 square feet on two levels. The developers say they are seeking a restaurant, grocery or boutique clothing store as possible future tenants.

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