What is the rent for a studio at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10030 zip code: studio rents are about average for the area; 1-bedroom rents are about 4% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 17% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 80% below the neighborhood median.

Is 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 rent stabilized?

Yes, 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is rent stabilized with 10 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to April could save approximately 15% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

The registered owner of 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 a good landlord?

117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, owned by LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 25 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Yes, 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 25 housing violations and 56 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Are there eviction filings at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Yes, there are 2 eviction records on file for 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 have?

117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 offers 3 amenities including Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

There are 10 schools near 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 175 Henry H Garnet (4 min walk), Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change (4 min walk), P.s. 197 John B. Russwurm (5 min walk), P.s. 092 Mary Mcleod Bethune (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter Ms Harlem North Central (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MALCOLM X BLVD/W 132 ST (M7, M102), 0.35 mi away.

Is 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10030 zip code where 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is located had 2,150 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 192 violent crimes, 598 property crimes, and 1,360 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10030 for full details.

When was 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 built and how many units does it have?

117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 was built in 1935, has 5 floors, contains 10 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

117 WEST 138 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10030

Built 19355 floors10 unitsBBL 1020070020

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsLBOwned byLAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP9 bldgs

117 WEST 138 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10030

117 WEST 138 STREET is a mid-century 1935 building, 5 floors, 10 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP. Public records show 25 open violations, 56 311 complaints on file. Tenant-impact history includes 2 evictions. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 10 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations25last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed2last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units10DHCR records

Building age91 ybuilt 1935

311 complaints56last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

April

Most expensive

November

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Potential savings: ~15% by timing your move to April.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

2% belowArea: $2,200

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

4% belowArea: $2,300

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

17% belowArea: $2,999

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

18% belowArea: $3,795

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

80% belowArea: $17,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,200

$2,200

1 Bed

$2,210

$2,175 – $2,375

2 Bed

$2,480

$2,975 – $3,623

3 Bed

$3,795

$3,795

4 Bed

$17,000

$17,000

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Manhattan

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

239 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

104

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3501

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

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Neighborhood risks.

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Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

25 total

Pest Infestation
8
Door/Lock
5
Heat/Hot Water
3
Paint/Plaster
2
Water Leak
2

311Top Complaints

56 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
37
DOOR/WINDOW
7
GENERAL
3
UNSANITARY CONDITION
2
APPLIANCE
2

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

2 filed

Evictions filed
2

Violations by Unit

(7 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 29, 2026
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class BNOV SENT OUTDec 22, 2025
§ 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES ... IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 23, 2025
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 23, 2025
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 23, 2025
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Good area close to trains and centric city spots Cons: Needs more pest controls and a gradual heating system as heating is just direct even at times that it’s not needed as high as other times Advice to landlord:…

positiveMay 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP

Portfolio of 9 buildingsCOO/CFO: PRINCESS PALMERMail: 2283 7TH AVENUE, New York, NY, 10030

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across NYC, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 9 total

See all 9 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1935Building constructed10 units · 5 floors
nowLAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LPOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 9 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10030 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10030

Violent192

Property598

Quality-of-life1,360

Total incidents2,150

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About this area.

Harlem · 10030

117 WEST 138 STREET · Manhattan · 40.817° N, -73.941° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

MALCOLM X BLVD/W 132 STM7M102
0.3 mi7 min
E 135 ST/MADISON AVBx33
0.4 mi8 min
5 AV/W 132 STM1
0.4 mi9 min
ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 130 STM2
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 175 Henry H GarnetElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social ChangeSecondary
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 197 John B. RusswurmElementary
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 092 Mary Mcleod BethuneElementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter Ms Harlem North CentralCharter
0.2 mi4 min
Democracy Preparatory Charter SchoolSecondary
0.3 mi5 min
Democracy Preparatory Harlem Charter SchoolK-12
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

St Mark The Evangelist SchoolElementary
0.1 mi3 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Fellowship Of Learning SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

Strivers' Row and the surrounding blocks of central Harlem showcase some of Manhattan's most beautiful row houses, originally built for the Black elite in the early 1900s. The neighborhood retains a strong sense of community pride while welcoming a wave of new residents.

2,103buildings tracked4.1avg LucidIQ$2,300median 1BR

31,268population$48kmedian income86%renters

HistoricBrownstonesCommunity PrideResidentialEvolving

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Neighborhood overview

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Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average

Rent trends in Harlem

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Harlem· 0.27 mi Hamilton Heights· 0.87 mi Harlem· 1.17 mi Harlem· 1.3 mi Washington Heights· 1.45 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1935

Floors5

Total units10

Rent-stab units10

ClassC4

BBL1020070020

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1935

Building constructed

10 units · 5 floors · class C4

2024

Rent stabilization on file

10 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP

Portfolio includes 9 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWApr 29, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
311MEDIUMJan 24, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 19, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 26, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 25, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 25, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDMEDIUMDec 22, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES ... IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY
311MEDIUMDec 21, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 20, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 17, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10030 zip code: studio rents are about average for the area; 1-bedroom rents are about 4% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 17% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 80% below the neighborhood median.
Is 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 rent stabilized?
Yes, 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is rent stabilized with 10 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to April could save approximately 15% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
The registered owner of 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 a good landlord?
117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, owned by LAURA B. THOMAS HOUSES, LP, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 25 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Yes, 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 25 housing violations and 56 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Are there eviction filings at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Yes, there are 2 eviction records on file for 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 have?
117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 offers 3 amenities including Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
There are 10 schools near 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 175 Henry H Garnet (4 min walk), Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change (4 min walk), P.s. 197 John B. Russwurm (5 min walk), P.s. 092 Mary Mcleod Bethune (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter Ms Harlem North Central (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MALCOLM X BLVD/W 132 ST (M7, M102), 0.35 mi away.
Is 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10030 zip code where 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is located had 2,150 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 192 violent crimes, 598 property crimes, and 1,360 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10030 for full details.
When was 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 built and how many units does it have?
117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 was built in 1935, has 5 floors, contains 10 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
117 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes

rent stabilized

stabilized units

2024

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

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