What is the rent for a studio at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,083 to $2,818 per month, with a median of $2,450.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,338 to $3,162 per month, with a median of $2,750.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,916 to $3,944 per month, with a median of $3,430.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $3,137 to $4,244 per month, with a median of $3,690.

How does rent at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: studio rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 42% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 57% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 59% below the neighborhood median.

Is 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Rent at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has increased by 15% since 2015-09, going from $3,992 to $4,595 as of 2020-02.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

The registered owner of 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?

157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P., has an overall grade of B (3.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 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 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Yes, 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 6 housing violations and 39 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 5 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

There are 10 schools near 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Children's Workshop School (3 min walk), P.s. 034 Franklin D. Roosevelt (3 min walk), Earth School (5 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (5 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (12 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AVENUE C/E 8 ST (M9), 0.10 mi away.

Is 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10009 zip code where 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.

When was 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?

157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1900, has 4 floors, contains 4 total units, 3 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

157 AVENUE C — Rent Intelligence for East Village, NYC

East Village · Manhattan, NY, 10009

Built 19004 floors4 unitsBBL 1003920032

Current rent range

$2,023 – $4,244 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★4.52 reviews

Verified reviewsLEOwned byLIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.3 bldgs

157 AVENUE C

Manhattan, NY, 10009

157 AVENUE C is a prewar 1900 building, 4 units in East Village, NYC. Owned by LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.. Public records show 11 open violations, 39 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations6last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age126 ybuilt 1900

311 complaints39last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

Studio

$2,380/mo

1 BR

$2,450/mo

2 BR

$2,750/mo

3 BR

$3,430/mo

4 BR

$3,690/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

January

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~9% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,023 – $2,737

32% belowArea: $3,495

1 BR

This building: $2,083 – $2,818

42% belowArea: $4,200

2 BR

This building: $2,338 – $3,162

45% belowArea: $5,000

3 BR

This building: $2,916 – $3,944

57% belowArea: $7,895

4 BR

This building: $3,137 – $4,244

59% belowArea: $8,995

Units Historic Rent 3 listings

1 Bed$1,9851 listing

3 Bed$4,5951 listing

4 Bed$4,8951 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,380

$2,995 – $4,000

1 Bed

$2,450

$3,995 – $5,039

2 Bed

$5,000

$5,000

3 Bed

$7,895

$7,895

4 Bed

$3,690

$8,849 – $8,995

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

01 / 09

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

161 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

2808

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

6 total

Smoke/CO Detector
3
Door/Lock
1

311Top Complaints

39 total

Noise - Commercial
18
Noise
7
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
4
UNSANITARY CONDITION
4
Illegal Parking
3

DOBTop Filings

5 total

DOB Violations
5

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 19, 2023
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 5, 2023
§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE. IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 5, 2023
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE. IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDNov 5, 2023
§ 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 HINGES. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 2, 2022
§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.

See all 6 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

50%

4★

50%

3★

2★

1★

Unit 2B Pros: On a happening location! Not a lot of floors. big rooms are big enough. digital code access. Cons: They do what they want when they want - repairs, removing/installing AC etc. without coordinating.

positiveFeb 2026

Anonymous

Pros: Good space for rooms Cons: Garbage disposal can make the building smell

positiveJul 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMANAGER: ARIK LIFSHITZMail: 143 W 72ND, NEW YORK, NY, 10023

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

1900Building constructed4 units · 4 floors
nowLIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.Owner 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.

10009 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10009

Violent148

Property838

Quality-of-life1,109

Total incidents2,095

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About this area.

East Village · 10009

157 AVENUE C · Manhattan · 40.726° N, -73.978° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby2 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AVENUE C/E 8 STM9
0.1 mi2 min
AVENUE C/E 7 STM9
0.1 mi2 min
E 10 ST/AVENUE DM14D-SBSM8
0.1 mi2 min
E 10 ST/AVENUE DM14D-SBSM8
0.1 mi3 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Children's Workshop SchoolElementary
0.1 mi3 min
P.s. 034 Franklin D. RooseveltK-8
0.1 mi3 min
Earth SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 064 Robert SimonElementary
0.2 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.6 mi12 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.6 mi12 min
Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.8 mi17 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

New Amsterdam SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Connelly Ctr Education/holy Child MsElementary
0.3 mi7 min
George Jackson AcademyMiddle School
0.4 mi7 min

The neighborhood

East Village

Alphabet City — Avenues A through D — is the East Village's grittier, more residential sibling. Community gardens dot the blocks, Tompkins Square Park anchors the social scene, and the Dominican and Puerto Rican roots run deep alongside newer craft cocktail spots.

3,621buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$4,200median 1BR

58,418population$83kmedian income90%renters

Community GardensDiverseGrittyNightlifeArtsy

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10009

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

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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

Floors4

Total units4

ClassS3

BBL1003920032

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1900

Building constructed

4 units · 4 floors · class S3

now

Current owner: LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMFeb 18, 2026
Noise — Noise: Jack Hammering (NC2)
311MEDIUMFeb 16, 2026
Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)
311MEDIUMNov 8, 2025
Illegal Parking — Blocked Bike Lane
311MEDIUMJul 8, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMJul 8, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMMay 29, 2025
Noise — Noise: air condition/ventilation equipment (NV1)
311MEDIUMMay 8, 2025
SAFETY — FIRE ESCAPE
311MEDIUMApr 23, 2025
Noise - Commercial — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMNov 7, 2024
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 6, 2024
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,083 to $2,818 per month, with a median of $2,450.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,338 to $3,162 per month, with a median of $2,750.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,916 to $3,944 per month, with a median of $3,430.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $3,137 to $4,244 per month, with a median of $3,690.
How does rent at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: studio rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 42% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 57% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 59% below the neighborhood median.
Is 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Rent at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has increased by 15% since 2015-09, going from $3,992 to $4,595 as of 2020-02.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
The registered owner of 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?
157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by LIFSHITZ, EDWARD G.P., has an overall grade of B (3.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 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 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Yes, 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 6 housing violations and 39 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 5 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
There are 10 schools near 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Children's Workshop School (3 min walk), P.s. 034 Franklin D. Roosevelt (3 min walk), Earth School (5 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (5 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (12 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AVENUE C/E 8 ST (M9), 0.10 mi away.
Is 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10009 zip code where 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.
When was 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?
157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1900, has 4 floors, contains 4 total units, 3 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
157 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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