What is the rent for a studio at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10027 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 11% above the neighborhood median.

Is 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 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 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

The registered owner of 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is DARRYL JONES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?

159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by DARRYL JONES, has an overall grade of D (1.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Yes, 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 6 housing violations and 9 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 32 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

There are 6 schools near 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Future Leaders Institute Charter School (1 min walk), Future Leaders Institute Charter School (1 min walk), Democracy Prep Harlem Charter High School (3 min walk), Mt Pleasant Christian Academy (1 min walk), Great Tomorrows Usa School (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 113 ST (M2), 0.40 mi away.

Is 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10027 zip code where 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is located had 3,156 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 273 violent crimes, 1,246 property crimes, and 1,637 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10027 for full details.

When was 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?

159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1886, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

159 WEST 121 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10027

Built 18863 floors3 unitsBBL 1019060006

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★1.01 reviews

Verified reviewsDJOwned byDARRYL JONES3 bldgs

159 WEST 121 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10027

159 WEST 121 STREET is a prewar 1886 building, 3 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by DARRYL JONES. Public records show 38 open violations, 9 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations6last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews11.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age140 ybuilt 1886

311 complaints9last 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

November

Most expensive

June

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to November.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

11% aboveArea: $2,000

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,000

$2,000

2 Bed

$2,480

$2,108 – $2,852

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

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

251 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

104

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3468

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

6 total

Pest Infestation
5

311Top Complaints

9 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
2
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
2
Illegal Dumping
2
UNSANITARY CONDITION
1
Water System
1

DOBTop Filings

32 total

DOB Violations
32

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

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 ANOV SENT OUTJun 4, 2025
(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 ANOV SENT OUTApr 1, 2024
(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 ANOV SENT OUTMar 16, 2023
(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 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.

1.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

1★

100%

Unit 2 Pros: Large space for nyc Cons: The landlord uses his friends to fix things. They are 80+ years old and very unprofessional in every way. They “fix” most things with tape. The apartment looks way more rundown th…

negativeOct 2022

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

DARRYL JONES

Portfolio of 3 buildingsOWNER: DARRYL JONES

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

1.0

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1886Building constructed3 units · 3 floors
nowDARRYL JONESOwner 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.

10027 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10027

Violent273

Property1,246

Quality-of-life1,637

Total incidents3,156

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About this area.

Harlem · 10027

159 WEST 121 STREET · Manhattan · 40.806° N, -73.950° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

3 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 113 STM2
0.4 mi8 min
W 116 ST/5 AVM116M102
0.4 mi8 min
E 116 ST/5 AVM116M102
0.4 mi9 min
5 AV/W 116 STM1
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Future Leaders Institute Charter SchoolK-8
0.1 mi1 min
Future Leaders Institute Charter SchoolK-8
0.1 mi1 min
Democracy Prep Harlem Charter High SchoolCharter
0.1 mi3 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Mt Pleasant Christian AcademyElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Great Tomorrows Usa SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Ny Center For Child Development
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

West Harlem around 125th Street is the neighborhood's commercial and cultural spine — the Apollo Theater, Studio Museum, and a corridor of new development coexist with decades-old barbershops and West African restaurants. Columbia's Manhattanville campus expansion is reshaping the western edge.

3,588buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$2,000median 1BR

65,806population$63kmedian income87%renters

Cultural HubHistoricEvolvingDiverseTransit-Accessible

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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· 0.74 mi Upper West Side· 0.79 mi Harlem· 1.09 mi Hamilton Heights· 1.13 mi Harlem· 1.3 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1886

Floors3

Total units3

ClassC0

BBL1019060006

1880189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1886

Building constructed

3 units · 3 floors · class C0

now

Current owner: DARRYL JONES

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

15 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
311MEDIUMDec 9, 2025
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
311MEDIUMOct 3, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
HPDLOWJun 4, 2025
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
311MEDIUMJun 5, 2024
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
HPDLOWApr 1, 2024
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
311MEDIUMSep 30, 2023
Rodent — Condition Attracting Rodents
HPDLOWMar 16, 2023
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
HPDHIGHNov 2, 2022
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
311MEDIUMOct 26, 2022
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10027 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 11% above the neighborhood median.
Is 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 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 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
The registered owner of 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is DARRYL JONES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?
159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by DARRYL JONES, has an overall grade of D (1.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Yes, 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 6 housing violations and 9 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 32 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
There are 6 schools near 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Future Leaders Institute Charter School (1 min walk), Future Leaders Institute Charter School (1 min walk), Democracy Prep Harlem Charter High School (3 min walk), Mt Pleasant Christian Academy (1 min walk), Great Tomorrows Usa School (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 113 ST (M2), 0.40 mi away.
Is 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10027 zip code where 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is located had 3,156 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 273 violent crimes, 1,246 property crimes, and 1,637 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10027 for full details.
When was 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?
159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1886, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
159 WEST 121 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

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