What is the rent for a studio at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $1,575 to $1,600 per month, with a median of $1,587.

How does rent at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10030 zip code: studio rents are about 28% below the neighborhood median.

Is 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 rent stabilized?

Yes, 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is rent stabilized with 48 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 120 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 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

The registered owner of 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is 120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 a good landlord?

120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, owned by 120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,, has an overall grade of B (3.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 173 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Yes, 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 173 housing violations and 205 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 have?

120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 offers 1 amenities including Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

There are 10 schools near 120 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 (3 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 (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 5 AV/W 132 ST (M1), 0.41 mi away.

Is 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10030 zip code where 120 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 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 built and how many units does it have?

120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 was built in 1937, has 6 floors, contains 47 total units.

How energy efficient is 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has an ENERGY STAR score of 72 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 91.7 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

120 WEST 138 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10030

Built 19376 floors47 unitsBBL 1020060045

Current rent range

$1,575 – $1,600 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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120 WEST 138 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10030

120 WEST 138 STREET is a mid-century 1937 building, 6 floors, 47 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by 120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,. Public records show 184 open violations, 205 311 complaints, 12 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 48 units (registered 2024).

HPD violations173last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units47DHCR records

Building age89 ybuilt 1937

311 complaints205last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

Studio

$1,587/mo

12 listings

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: $1,575 – $1,600

28% belowArea: $2,200

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,300

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,999

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,795

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $17,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio12 listings

$2,200

$2,200

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Rent trends.

Harlem

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

Asking rent

$2,589

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

asking, since ~'16

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

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Rent trends.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

244 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

105

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3425

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

173 total

Paint/Plaster
56
Door/Lock
21
Smoke/CO Detector
20
Water Leak
11
Fire Escape/Stairs
8

311Top Complaints

205 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
66
UNSANITARY CONDITION
31
Noise - Residential
26
PAINT/PLASTER
18
PLUMBING
15

DOBTop Filings

11 total

DOB Violations
11

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(25 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 10, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1D, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 9, 2026
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT BALCONY 4TH STORY AT 2ND FIRE ESCAPE FROM WEST AT NORTH, AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 9, 2026
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT BALCONY 5TH STORY AT 2ND FIRE ESCAPE FROM WEST AT NORTH, AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 9, 2026
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT BALCONY AT 2ND FIRE ESCAPE FROM WEST AT NORTH, AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 9, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE FIRE ESCAPE DEFECTIVE. ADJUST THE DROPLADDER SO THAT IT WILL SLIDE EASILY IN THE GUIDE RODS OUT OF GUIDE AT NORTH AT 2ND FIRE ESCAPE FROM WEST AT NORTH, AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE

See all 173 HPD records

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: NADER SAGHIZADEHMail: 1570 EAST 17TH ST, Brooklyn, NY, 11230

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.9

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1937Building constructed47 units · 6 floors
now120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,Owner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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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

120 WEST 138 STREET · Manhattan · 40.816° N, -73.941° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

5 AV/W 132 STM1
0.4 mi8 min
MALCOLM X BLVD/W 129 STM102M7
0.4 mi8 min
ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 129 STM2
0.4 mi8 min
MADISON AV/E 132 STM1
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 175 Henry H GarnetElementary
0.2 mi3 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 mi3 min
Democracy Preparatory Harlem Charter SchoolK-12
0.3 mi5 min
Democracy Preparatory Charter SchoolSecondary
0.3 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

St Mark The Evangelist SchoolElementary
0.1 mi3 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Fellowship Of Learning SchoolElementary
0.4 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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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 built1937

Floors6

Total units47

Rent-stab units47

ClassD1

BBL1020060045

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1937

Building constructed

47 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

48 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 9, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMAug 9, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
HPDHIGHJun 10, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1D, 1st STORY,
HPDMEDIUMJun 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HO
HPDMEDIUMJun 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE FIRE ESCAPE DEFECTIVE. ADJUST THE DROPLADDER SO THAT IT WILL SLIDE EASILY IN THE GUIDE RODS OUT OF GU
HPDMEDIUMJun 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HO
HPDMEDIUMJun 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HO
311MEDIUMJun 6, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMJun 5, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMJun 5, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 ranges from $1,575 to $1,600 per month, with a median of $1,587.
How does rent at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10030 zip code: studio rents are about 28% below the neighborhood median.
Is 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 rent stabilized?
Yes, 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is rent stabilized with 48 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 120 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 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
The registered owner of 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is 120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 a good landlord?
120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, owned by 120 W. 138TH ST. ENTERPRISES,, has an overall grade of B (3.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 173 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Yes, 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 173 housing violations and 205 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 have?
120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 offers 1 amenities including Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
There are 10 schools near 120 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 (3 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 (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 5 AV/W 132 ST (M1), 0.41 mi away.
Is 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10030 zip code where 120 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 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 built and how many units does it have?
120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 was built in 1937, has 6 floors, contains 47 total units.
How energy efficient is 120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
120 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has an ENERGY STAR score of 72 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 91.7 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

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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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