What is the rent for a studio at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10037 zip code: studio rents are about 16% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 22% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 29% below the neighborhood median.

Is 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 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 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

The registered owner of 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 is MELECO-NYC LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 a good landlord?

16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037, owned by MELECO-NYC LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) 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 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

Yes, 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 6 housing violations and 6 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 8 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

There are 9 schools near 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037, including 3 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 096 Joseph Lanzetta (15 min walk), Ged-P2g-Youth Actions & Homes-Ahsep (16 min walk), River East Elementary (17 min walk), Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School (4 min walk), Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 125 ST/LEXINGTON AV (M101, M125), 0.43 mi away.

Is 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10037 zip code where 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 is located had 2,249 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 204 violent crimes, 673 property crimes, and 1,372 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10037 for full details.

When was 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 built and how many units does it have?

16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 2 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?

16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

16 WEST 131 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10037

Built 19103 floors2 unitsBBL 1017280146

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviewsMLOwned byMELECO-NYC LLC3 bldgs

16 WEST 131 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10037

16 WEST 131 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 2 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by MELECO-NYC LLC. Public records show 14 open violations, 6 311 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 reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints6last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 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

January

Most expensive

June

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

16% aboveArea: $1,857

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

22% belowArea: $2,825

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

29% belowArea: $3,500

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

$1,857

$1,857

1 Bed

$2,210

$2,813 – $2,838

2 Bed

$3,500

$3,500

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.

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.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

291 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

111

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

111

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

2891

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

Uncategorized
6

311Top Complaints

6 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
3
Water System
1
General Construction/Plumbing
1
Graffiti
1

DOBTop Filings

8 total

DOB Violations
8

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 24, 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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTDec 3, 2024
§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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 27, 2023
§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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 16, 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.
Class IINFO NOV SENT OUTMar 16, 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.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: Cheap room. That’s it. Cons: These owners are dishonest and not to be trusted. Mice poop, when asked if there was a rodent problem they said they already took care of it. Of course after first night sleeping th…

negativeFeb 2021

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

MELECO-NYC LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsSIR: RYAN PEDRAMMail: 182-11 UNION, Fresh Meadows, NY, 11366

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed2 units · 3 floors
nowMELECO-NYC LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2020-11-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10037 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10037

Violent204

Property673

Quality-of-life1,372

Total incidents2,249

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About this area.

Harlem · 10037

16 WEST 131 STREET · Manhattan · 40.811° N, -73.940° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

6 schools nearby15 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

E 125 ST/LEXINGTON AVM101M125
0.4 mi9 min
E 125 ST/LEXINGTON AVM60-SBS
0.4 mi9 min
E 125 ST/LEXINGTON AVM125
0.5 mi9 min
E 126 ST/3 AVM35
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 096 Joseph LanzettaK-8
0.8 mi15 min
Ged-P2g-Youth Actions & Homes-AhsepGED/Alt
0.8 mi16 min
River East ElementaryElementary
0.9 mi17 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi4 min
Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi4 min
Democracy Preparatory Charter SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Fellowship Of Learning SchoolElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Ny Center For Child Development
0.3 mi6 min
Association Benefit Chldrn-Graham
0.4 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

This stretch of central Harlem is deeply residential — modest brick buildings, longstanding churches, and a tight-knit community that has weathered decades of disinvestment and is now seeing renewed attention. Harlem Hospital and the 135th Street branch of the NYPL anchor the area.

1,212buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$2,825median 1BR

19,138population$50kmedian income93%renters

ResidentialCommunity-RootedAffordableHistoricQuiet

Explore Harlem

Neighborhood overview

Harlem→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10037

See full breakdown→

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

Upper West Side· 0.41 mi Upper West Side· 0.72 mi Upper West Side· 0.99 mi Upper East Side· 1.05 mi Upper East Side· 1.06 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 built1910

Floors3

Total units2

ClassB1

BBL1017280146

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

2 units · 3 floors · class B1

now

Current owner: MELECO-NYC LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

12 events

HPDHIGHNov 24, 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
311MEDIUMSep 11, 2025
Water System — Leak (Use Comments) (WA2)
HPDHIGHDec 3, 2024
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
HPDHIGHNov 27, 2023
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
HPDHIGHNov 16, 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
311MEDIUMApr 25, 2022
Graffiti
HPDHIGHMar 16, 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
HPDHIGHApr 21, 2021
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
311MEDIUMApr 9, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMApr 2, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10037 zip code: studio rents are about 16% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 22% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 29% below the neighborhood median.
Is 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 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 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
The registered owner of 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 is MELECO-NYC LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 a good landlord?
16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037, owned by MELECO-NYC LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) 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 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
Yes, 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 6 housing violations and 6 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 8 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
There are 9 schools near 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037, including 3 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 096 Joseph Lanzetta (15 min walk), Ged-P2g-Youth Actions & Homes-Ahsep (16 min walk), River East Elementary (17 min walk), Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School (4 min walk), Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 125 ST/LEXINGTON AV (M101, M125), 0.43 mi away.
Is 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10037 zip code where 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 is located had 2,249 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 204 violent crimes, 673 property crimes, and 1,372 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10037 for full details.
When was 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 built and how many units does it have?
16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 2 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037?
16 WEST 131 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10037 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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