What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is approximately $2,400 per month.

How does rent at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10030 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 37% below the neighborhood median.

Is 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 rent stabilized?

Yes, 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is rent stabilized with 11 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to April could save approximately 15% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

The registered owner of 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is MD 144TH REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 a good landlord?

203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, owned by MD 144TH REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 378 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 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 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Yes, 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 378 housing violations and 219 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Are there eviction filings at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

Yes, there are 2 eviction records on file for 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 have?

203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 offers 1 amenities including Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

There are 10 schools near 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 194 Countee Cullen (1 min walk), P.s. 123 Mahalia Jackson (5 min walk), P.s. 200- The James Mccune Smith School (6 min walk), Frederick Douglass Academy (6 min walk), Harlem Village Academy North Charter School (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MALCOLM X BLVD/W 137 ST (M7, M102), 0.42 mi away.

Is 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10030 zip code where 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is located had 2,150 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 192 violent crimes, 598 property crimes, and 1,360 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10030 for full details.

When was 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 built and how many units does it have?

203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 was built in 1921, has 6 floors, contains 30 total units, 28 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?

203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

203 WEST 144 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10030

Built 19216 floors30 unitsBBL 1020300027

Current rent range

$2,400 – $2,400 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★2.04 reviews

Verified reviewsM1Owned byMD 144TH REALTY LLC3 bldgs

203 WEST 144 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10030

203 WEST 144 STREET is a prewar 1921 building, 6 floors, 30 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by MD 144TH REALTY LLC. Public records show 380 open violations, 219 311 complaints, 19 active litigation matters on file. Tenant-impact history includes 2 evictions. Rent stabilization on file covers 11 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 4 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations378last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed2last 7 years

Tenant reviews42.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units30DHCR records

Building age105 ybuilt 1921

311 complaints219last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

3 BR

$2,400/mo

15 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

April

Most expensive

November

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,200

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,300

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,999

3 BR

This building: $2,400 – $2,400

37% belowArea: $3,795

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $17,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

3 Bed15 listings

$3,795

$3,795

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

197 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

3292

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

378 total

Paint/Plaster
77
Door/Lock
45
Pest Infestation
43
Smoke/CO Detector
42
Water Leak
37

311Top Complaints

219 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
42
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
37
HEAT/HOT WATER
19
PLUMBING
18
PAINT/PLASTER
16

DOBTop Filings

2 total

DOB Violations
2

EvictionsEvictions

2 filed

Evictions filed
2

Violations by Unit

(23 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 16, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDJun 16, 2026
§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL PEELING PAINT SURFACES IN THE BATHROOM , THE KITCHEN , THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 8, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJun 15, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS INOPERABLE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 378 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

4 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: The renovated apartments are pretty! Cons: The renovations are cheaply done. There are problems with water pressure and hot water. Front doors are always broken, missing smoke detectors on some floors. Rooftop eme…

negativeMay 2021

Anonymous

Pros: The heat is probably the best thing about this building. Cons: Cat sized rats outside the building at night, Super doesn’t fix shit I had water damage in my bathroom for a year and lastly had a problem with roache…

negativeMar 2021

Anonymous

Pros: I never had a pest problem in my apartment and there was decent heat and water pressure. Cons: I had a black mold issue growing in my apartment bathroom for months and I tried time and again to get the management…

negativeJan 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

MD 144TH REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: MICHAEL DANIELMail: 225 WEST 35 STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10001

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

1921Building constructed30 units · 6 floors
nowMD 144TH REALTY 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.

10030 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10030

Violent192

Property598

Quality-of-life1,360

Total incidents2,150

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About this area.

Harlem · 10030

203 WEST 144 STREET · Manhattan · 40.821° N, -73.940° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

MALCOLM X BLVD/W 137 STM7M102
0.4 mi8 min
ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 135 STM2
0.4 mi8 min
W 139 ST/5 AVM1
0.4 mi9 min
W 135 ST/ADAM C POWELL BLVDBx33
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 194 Countee CullenElementary
0.0 mi1 min
P.s. 123 Mahalia JacksonK-8
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 200- The James Mccune Smith SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Frederick Douglass AcademySecondary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Harlem Village Academy North Charter SchoolK-12
0.0 mi1 min
Global Community Charter Middle SchoolCharter
0.1 mi3 min
Success Academy Charter School - Harlem 5K-8
0.2 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.1 mi3 min
St Mark The Evangelist SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

Strivers' Row and the surrounding blocks of central Harlem showcase some of Manhattan's most beautiful row houses, originally built for the Black elite in the early 1900s. The neighborhood retains a strong sense of community pride while welcoming a wave of new residents.

2,103buildings tracked4.1avg LucidIQ$2,300median 1BR

31,268population$48kmedian income86%renters

HistoricBrownstonesCommunity PrideResidentialEvolving

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10030

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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· 0.27 mi Hamilton Heights· 0.87 mi Harlem· 1.17 mi Harlem· 1.3 mi Washington Heights· 1.45 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 built1921

Floors6

Total units30

Rent-stab units30

ClassC7

BBL1020300027

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1921

Building constructed

30 units · 6 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

11 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: MD 144TH REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 4, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
HPDHIGHJun 16, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SU
HPDLOWJun 16, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOC
HPDHIGHJun 15, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8, 2nd STOR
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDHIGHJun 15, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8, 2nd STORY,
HPDLOWJun 15, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL PEELING PAINT SURFACES IN T
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON
HPDHIGHJun 15, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2043.1 HMC INSTALL THE MISSING OR REPAIR/REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE WINDOW GUARD(S) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SPECIFICATION
HPDMEDIUMJun 3, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is approximately $2,400 per month.
How does rent at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10030 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 37% below the neighborhood median.
Is 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 rent stabilized?
Yes, 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is rent stabilized with 11 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to April could save approximately 15% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
The registered owner of 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is MD 144TH REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 a good landlord?
203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, owned by MD 144TH REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 378 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 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 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Yes, 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 378 housing violations and 219 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Are there eviction filings at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
Yes, there are 2 eviction records on file for 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 have?
203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 offers 1 amenities including Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
There are 10 schools near 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 194 Countee Cullen (1 min walk), P.s. 123 Mahalia Jackson (5 min walk), P.s. 200- The James Mccune Smith School (6 min walk), Frederick Douglass Academy (6 min walk), Harlem Village Academy North Charter School (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MALCOLM X BLVD/W 137 ST (M7, M102), 0.42 mi away.
Is 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10030 zip code where 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 is located had 2,150 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 192 violent crimes, 598 property crimes, and 1,360 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10030 for full details.
When was 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 built and how many units does it have?
203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 was built in 1921, has 6 floors, contains 30 total units, 28 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030?
203 WEST 144 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10030 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes

rent stabilized

stabilized units

2024

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

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