What is the rent for a studio at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is approximately $2,850 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is approximately $6,500 per month.

How does rent at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10003 zip code: studio rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median.

Is 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to August could save approximately 15% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

The registered owner of 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 a good landlord?

149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003, owned by CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 14 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 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 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

Yes, 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 has 14 housing violations and 43 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 have?

149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 offers 1 amenities including Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

There are 10 schools near 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Star Academy - P.s.63 (7 min walk), Earth School (10 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (10 min walk), Tompkins Square Middle School (10 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Union Square (8 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 1 AV/E 3 ST (M15), 0.34 mi away.

Is 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10003 zip code where 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is located had 2,349 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 125 violent crimes, 1,384 property crimes, and 840 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10003 for full details.

When was 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 built and how many units does it have?

149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units, 5 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?

149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

149 2 AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for East Village, NYC

East Village · Manhattan, NY, 10003

Built 19103 floors6 unitsBBL 1004650053

Current rent range

$2,850 – $6,500 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsCSOwned byCLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC3 bldgs

149 2 AVENUE

Manhattan, NY, 10003

149 2 AVENUE is a prewar 1910 building, 6 units in East Village, NYC. Owned by CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC. Public records show 14 open violations, 43 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations14last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints43last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,850/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$6,500/mo

1 listing

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

August

Most expensive

July

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,850 – $2,850

54% belowArea: $6,190

1 BR

This building: $6,500 – $6,500

35% belowArea: $9,950

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio1 listing

$6,190

$6,190

1 Bed1 listing

$9,950

$9,950

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

East Village

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

Asking rent

$5,163

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

33%

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

273 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

131

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3948

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

14 total

Door/Lock
6
Pest Infestation
5
Paint/Plaster
1
Roof/Ceiling
1

311Top Complaints

43 total

Noise - Commercial
15
HEAT/HOT WATER
7
ELECTRIC
4
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
3
Graffiti
3

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 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 CVIOLATION CLOSEDMay 17, 2025
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDMay 17, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class AVIOLATION CLOSEDApr 29, 2025
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AND EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY
Class BVIOLATION CLOSEDApr 29, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AND EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY

See all 14 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: - Huge apartments for a great price - Only 5 units in the entire building, very small community and no problems with neighbors - Very minimal pest problems - Super is very timely and responsive with addressing any…

positiveAug 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Good Cause

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: Joshua GabbayMail: 233 Broadway, New York, NY, 10279

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed6 units · 3 floors
nowCLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10003 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10003

Violent125

Property1,384

Quality-of-life840

Total incidents2,349

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About this area.

East Village · 10003

149 2 AVENUE · Manhattan · 40.729° N, -73.987° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby7 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

1 AV/E 3 STM15
0.3 mi7 min
1 AV/E 1 STM15-SBS
0.4 mi8 min
1 AV/E 1 STM15
0.4 mi8 min
BOWERY/E HOUSTON STM103
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Star Academy - P.s.63Elementary
0.3 mi7 min
Earth SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min
P.s. 064 Robert SimonElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Tompkins Square Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.5 mi10 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.4 mi8 min
Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.4 mi8 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.8 mi16 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

La Salle AcademyHigh School
0.2 mi3 min
St George AcademyHigh School
0.2 mi3 min
George Jackson AcademyMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min

The neighborhood

East Village

The East Village is NYC's original counterculture hub — now gentrified but still gritty. Dive bars, ramen shops, and experimental theater sit next to wine bars and boutique fitness studios.

7,285buildings tracked4.1avg LucidIQ$9,950median 1BR

53,877population$153kmedian income64%renters

NightlifeGritty-ChicYoung CrowdFoodieHistoric

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10003

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in East Village

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Tribeca· 0.45 mi Lower East Side· 0.48 mi Financial District· 0.7 mi Tribeca· 0.95 mi Financial District· 0.99 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 built1910

Floors3

Total units6

ClassS5

BBL1004650053

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

6 units · 3 floors · class S5

now

Current owner: CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC

Portfolio includes 3 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
311MEDIUMApr 15, 2026
Graffiti
311MEDIUMFeb 22, 2026
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 19, 2025
Graffiti
HPDHIGHMay 17, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
HPDHIGHMay 17, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE D
HPDLOWApr 29, 2025
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AND EAST WALL AT PU
HPDMEDIUMApr 29, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AND
HPDHIGHApr 29, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE INSTALLED AT ENTRANCE DOOR T
311MEDIUMApr 28, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is approximately $2,850 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is approximately $6,500 per month.
How does rent at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10003 zip code: studio rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median.
Is 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to August could save approximately 15% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
The registered owner of 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 a good landlord?
149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003, owned by CLEARWATER SECOND AVENUE INVESTROS LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 14 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 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 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
Yes, 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 has 14 housing violations and 43 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 have?
149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 offers 1 amenities including Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
There are 10 schools near 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Star Academy - P.s.63 (7 min walk), Earth School (10 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (10 min walk), Tompkins Square Middle School (10 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Union Square (8 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 1 AV/E 3 ST (M15), 0.34 mi away.
Is 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10003 zip code where 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 is located had 2,349 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 125 violent crimes, 1,384 property crimes, and 840 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10003 for full details.
When was 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 built and how many units does it have?
149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units, 5 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003?
149 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10003 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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