What is the rent for a studio at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10002 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 53% below the neighborhood median.

Is 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Rent at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has decreased by 15% since 2016-11, going from $2,875 to $2,450 as of 2021-05. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,450 in 2021-05 before recovering.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to August could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

The registered owner of 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is ESSEX UNION LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?

119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by ESSEX UNION LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 16 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Yes, 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 16 housing violations and 31 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have?

119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

There are 10 schools near 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include School For Global Leaders (2 min walk), Lower East Side Preparatory High School (2 min walk), Lower East Side Preparatory High School (2 min walk), Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law, The (3 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GRAND ST/CLINTON ST (M14A-SBS, L92), 0.23 mi away.

Is 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10002 zip code where 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is located had 3,277 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 223 violent crimes, 1,522 property crimes, and 1,532 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10002 for full details.

When was 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?

119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1900, has 5 floors, contains 9 total units, 8 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

119 ESSEX STREET — Rent Intelligence for Lower East Side, NYC

Lower East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10002

Built 19005 floors9 unitsBBL 1004100054

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviewsEUOwned byESSEX UNION LLC3 bldgs

119 ESSEX STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10002

119 ESSEX STREET is a prewar 1900 building, 5 floors, 9 units in Lower East Side, NYC. Owned by ESSEX UNION LLC. Public records show 19 open violations, 31 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations16last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age126 ybuilt 1900

311 complaints31last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 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

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

August

Most expensive

January

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Potential savings: ~10% by timing your move to August.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

53% belowArea: $5,300

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 1 listing

2 Bed$2,4501 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,210

$1,879 – $2,542

2 Bed

$5,300

$5,300

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,635 – $3,565

4 Bed

$3,330

$2,831 – $3,829

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Lower East Side

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$4,599

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.2%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

25%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

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Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

261 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

106

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3806

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

02 / 10

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

16 total

Door/Lock
3
Pest Infestation
3
Paint/Plaster
2
Flooring
1
Roof/Ceiling
1

311Top Complaints

31 total

Illegal Parking
8
Noise - Residential
5
General Construction/Plumbing
4
Noise
3
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
3

DOBTop Filings

3 total

DOB Violations
3

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 17, 2025
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 26, 2023
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASEBOARD RADIATOR COVER AT EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 26, 2023
§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 26, 2023
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOODEN BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDJul 5, 2023
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MECHANICAL AIR VENT AT CEILING. IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 5F, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 16 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Pros: Great location. Cheap rent. $1100. No frills and no renovations. Landlord lives on the 3rd floor. Cons: Front door doesn’t have a buzzer. Roof leaks. Ceiling to my bedroom leaked for 9+ months. After repeated aski…

mixedJan 2021

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Has Evictions

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

ESSEX UNION LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMG: EDWARD YAUMail: 119 ESSEX STREET, New York, NY, 10002

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.7

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1900Building constructed9 units · 5 floors
nowESSEX UNION LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10002 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10002

Violent223

Property1,522

Quality-of-life1,532

Total incidents3,277

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About this area.

Lower East Side · 10002

119 ESSEX STREET · Manhattan · 40.719° N, -73.988° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

GRAND ST/CLINTON STM14A-SBSL92
0.2 mi5 min
GRAND ST/CLINTON STL92M14A-SBS
0.3 mi5 min
ESSEX ST/CANAL STM9
0.3 mi6 min
GRAND ST/PITT STL92M14A-SBS
0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School For Global LeadersMiddle School
0.1 mi2 min
Lower East Side Preparatory High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Lower East Side Preparatory High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law, TheHigh School
0.2 mi3 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Beth Jacob Elementary SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Keswell SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Pathways Children's ServicesElementary
0.4 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Lower East Side

The Lower East Side still carries the grit and hustle of its immigrant roots, now layered with cocktail bars, vintage shops, and some of the city's best dumplings. Weekend nights get rowdy along Orchard and Ludlow, but weekday mornings belong to the old-timers at the corner bodegas.

2,526buildings tracked3.8avg LucidIQ$5,825median 1BR

76,518population$43kmedian income83%renters

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

Rent trends in Lower East Side

Median rent & comparables→

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

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1900

Floors5

Total units9

ClassC4

BBL1004100054

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1900

Building constructed

9 units · 5 floors · class C4

now

Current owner: ESSEX UNION LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
311MEDIUMDec 19, 2024
Graffiti
311MEDIUMOct 22, 2024
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMOct 20, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMOct 15, 2024
Illegal Parking — Overnight Commercial Storage
311MEDIUMOct 8, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMOct 8, 2024
Illegal Parking — Overnight Commercial Storage
311MEDIUMOct 8, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMOct 7, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMOct 7, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10002 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 53% below the neighborhood median.
Is 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Rent at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has decreased by 15% since 2016-11, going from $2,875 to $2,450 as of 2021-05. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,450 in 2021-05 before recovering.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to August could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
The registered owner of 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is ESSEX UNION LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?
119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by ESSEX UNION LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 16 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Yes, 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 16 housing violations and 31 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have?
119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
There are 10 schools near 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include School For Global Leaders (2 min walk), Lower East Side Preparatory High School (2 min walk), Lower East Side Preparatory High School (2 min walk), Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law, The (3 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GRAND ST/CLINTON ST (M14A-SBS, L92), 0.23 mi away.
Is 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10002 zip code where 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is located had 3,277 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 223 violent crimes, 1,522 property crimes, and 1,532 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10002 for full details.
When was 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?
119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1900, has 5 floors, contains 9 total units, 8 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
119 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

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