What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $4,000 to $5,000 per month, with a median of $4,500.

Is 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Rent at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has increased by 32% since 2014-07, going from $3,800 to $5,000 as of 2025-09.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, 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 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

The registered owner of 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 2 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 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 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Yes, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 2 housing violations and 14 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 6 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 5 amenities including Good Cause, Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers laundry amenities: Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

There are 10 schools near 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Urban Assembly Academy For Future Leaders (5 min walk), Urban Assembly School For The Performing Arts (5 min walk), P.s. 036 Margaret Douglas (6 min walk), P.s. 036 Margaret Douglas (6 min walk), Kipp Beyond Charter School (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 120 ST (M11), 0.37 mi away.

Is 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10027 zip code where 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, 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 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1926, has 6 floors, contains 24 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10027

Built 19266 floors24 unitsBBL 1019940060

Current rent range

$4,000 – $5,000 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsTOOwned byTRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY181 bldgs

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE

Manhattan, NY, 10027

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE is a prewar 1926 building, 6 floors, 24 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY. Public records show 8 open violations, 14 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations2last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age100 ybuilt 1926

311 complaints14last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

3 BR

$4,500/mo

2 listings

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

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,000

3 BR

This building: $4,000 – $5,000

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

2 Bed$3,5003 listings

3 Bed$5,0001 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

3 Bed2 listings

$4,500

$4,000 – $5,000

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

116 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

1728

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

2 total

Pest Infestation
2

311Top Complaints

14 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
6
Noise - Residential
3
Illegal Parking
2
Noise
1
Graffiti
1

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 1, 2021
(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.

See all 2 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Quiet, good shops, near subway. Cons: No garbage disposal in the floor, bad laundry machines

positiveAug 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

LAUNDRY

Washer/dryer

OTHER

Good Cause
Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

Portfolio of 181 buildingsEXEC VP: DAVID GREENBERGMail: 400 WEST 119TH STREET, New York, NY, 10027

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

View full landlord profile

181

buildings

4.4

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 181 total

See all 181 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1926Building constructed24 units · 6 floors
nowTRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITYOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 181 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

181 CLAREMONT AVENUE · Manhattan · 40.814° N, -73.961° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 120 STM11
0.4 mi7 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 118 STM11
0.4 mi8 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 118 STM11
0.5 mi9 min
BROADWAY/W 116 STM104M4M60-SBS
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Urban Assembly Academy For Future LeadersMiddle School
0.3 mi5 min
Urban Assembly School For The Performing ArtsHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 036 Margaret DouglasElementary
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 036 Margaret DouglasElementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Kipp Beyond Charter SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi5 min
Kipp Beyond Charter SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi5 min
Success Academy Chs Of The Liberal ArtsCharter
0.3 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

St Hilda's & St Hugh's SchoolElementary
0.6 mi11 min
Bank Street College Of EducationElementary
0.7 mi14 min
Cathedral SchoolElementary
0.7 mi15 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

Explore Harlem

Neighborhood overview

Harlem→

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Crime in 10027

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

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

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

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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 built1926

Floors6

Total units24

ClassD1

BBL1019940060

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1926

Building constructed

24 units · 6 floors · class D1

now

Current owner: TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

Portfolio includes 181 buildings.

Recent Activity

16 events

311MEDIUMSep 16, 2025
Graffiti
311MEDIUMOct 21, 2024
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMMay 20, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMApr 23, 2024
OUTSIDE BUILDING — PORCH/BALCONY
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
311MEDIUMJul 11, 2021
Noise — Noise: Alarms (NR3)
311MEDIUMApr 13, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMApr 11, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
HPDLOWApr 1, 2021
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
311MEDIUMJan 3, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $4,000 to $5,000 per month, with a median of $4,500.
Is 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Rent at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has increased by 32% since 2014-07, going from $3,800 to $5,000 as of 2025-09.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, 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 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
The registered owner of 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?
181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 2 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 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 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Yes, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 2 housing violations and 14 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 6 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?
181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 5 amenities including Good Cause, Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers laundry amenities: Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
There are 10 schools near 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Urban Assembly Academy For Future Leaders (5 min walk), Urban Assembly School For The Performing Arts (5 min walk), P.s. 036 Margaret Douglas (6 min walk), P.s. 036 Margaret Douglas (6 min walk), Kipp Beyond Charter School (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 120 ST (M11), 0.37 mi away.
Is 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10027 zip code where 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, 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 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?
181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1926, has 6 floors, contains 24 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
181 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 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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