What is the rent for a studio at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $2,975 to $4,025 per month, with a median of $3,500.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $3,290 to $4,451 per month, with a median of $3,870.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $4,097 to $5,543 per month, with a median of $4,820.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $4,420 to $5,980 per month, with a median of $5,200.

How does rent at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10016 zip code: studio rents are about average for the area; 1-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 52% below the neighborhood median.

Is 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 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 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Based on historical listing data, September tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to September could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

The registered owner of 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 is 204 EAST 38TH LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 a good landlord?

204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016, owned by 204 EAST 38TH LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 3 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 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 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

Yes, 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 has 3 housing violations and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What schools are near 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

There are 9 schools near 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016, including 4 public schools, 2 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 116 Mary Lindley Murray (5 min walk), P.s. 116 Mary Lindley Murray (5 min walk), Murray Hill Academy (6 min walk), Unity Center For Urban Technologies (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 2 AV/E 33 ST (M15), 0.30 mi away.

Is 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10016 zip code where 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 is located had 1,823 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 109 violent crimes, 957 property crimes, and 757 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10016 for full details.

When was 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 built and how many units does it have?

204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 was built in 1920, has 4 floors, contains 7 total units, 6 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?

204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

204 EAST 38 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Murray Hill, NYC

Murray Hill · Manhattan, NY, 10016

Built 19204 floors7 unitsBBL 1009180055

Current rent range

$2,848 – $5,980 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviews2EOwned by204 EAST 38TH LLC3 bldgs

204 EAST 38 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10016

204 EAST 38 STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 7 units in Murray Hill, NYC. Owned by 204 EAST 38TH LLC. Public records show 3 open violations, 19 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations3last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints19last 7 years

01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$3,350/mo

1 BR

$3,500/mo

2 BR

$3,870/mo

3 BR

$4,820/mo

4 BR

$5,200/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

September

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~10% by timing your move to September.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,848 – $3,852

2% aboveArea: $3,300

1 BR

This building: $2,975 – $4,025

23% belowArea: $4,542

2 BR

This building: $3,290 – $4,451

23% belowArea: $4,994

3 BR

This building: $4,097 – $5,543

20% belowArea: $6,047

4 BR

This building: $4,420 – $5,980

52% belowArea: $10,887

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$3,300

$3,300

1 Bed

$3,500

$4,420 – $4,665

2 Bed

$4,994

$4,994

3 Bed

$6,047

$6,047

4 Bed

$10,887

$10,887

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Murray Hill/Kips Bay

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$5,297

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.8%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

28%

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

241 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

142

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1175

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

3 total

Pest Infestation
3

311Top Complaints

19 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
3
GENERAL
2
Blocked Driveway
2
Noise - Residential
2
Dirty Condition
2

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

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 DISMISSEDMar 15, 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 15, 2022
(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 3 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

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1 reviews

5★

4★

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100%

1★

Pros: Location is convenient Cons: Oven completely broke, didn’t get fixed for 3 months. Rent is too high, management doesn’t care. They NEVER fix anything if it breaks. Terrible!! Advice to landlord: You guys are awfu…

negativeDec 2020

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

204 EAST 38TH LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: MARK SCHARFMANMail: 111 N. CENTRAL AVENUE, Hartsdale, NY, 10530

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

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

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—204 E 38TH STManhattan— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1920Building constructed7 units · 4 floors
now204 EAST 38TH LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10016 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10016

Violent109

Property957

Quality-of-life757

Total incidents1,823

07 / 10

About this area.

Murray Hill · 10016

204 EAST 38 STREET · Manhattan · 40.748° N, -73.976° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

6 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

2 AV/E 33 STM15
0.3 mi6 min
E 34 ST/1 AVM34A-SBSM34-SBSQM11QM65
0.3 mi6 min
E 34 ST/1 AVM34-SBSQM11QM25QM65
0.3 mi6 min
3 AV/E 31 STM102M101M103
0.4 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 116 Mary Lindley MurrayElementary
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 116 Mary Lindley MurrayElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Murray Hill AcademyHigh School
0.3 mi6 min
Unity Center For Urban TechnologiesHigh School
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx)Charter
0.3 mi6 min
Success Academy Charter High School Of The Liberal ArtsCharter
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Maryel School Of New YorkElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Lyceum KennedyElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Aaron School (k-7)Elementary
0.4 mi8 min

The neighborhood

Murray Hill

Murray Hill is Midtown's most residential stretch — young professionals pack the bars along Third Avenue, pre-war walk-ups line the side streets, and the proximity to Grand Central makes commuting a breeze. It's practical and social without being trendy.

4,330buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$4,542median 1BR

54,369population$146kmedian income73%renters

Young ProfessionalAccessibleSocialPracticalPre-War

Explore Murray Hill

Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10016

See full breakdown→

Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average

Rent trends in Murray Hill

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Midtown East· 0.37 mi Midtown East· 0.5 mi Upper East Side· 0.8 mi Midtown· 1.05 mi Midtown West· 1.05 mi

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06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1920

Floors4

Total units7

ClassS5

BBL1009180055

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

7 units · 4 floors · class S5

now

Current owner: 204 EAST 38TH LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMDec 28, 2025
Dirty Condition — Syringes
311MEDIUMJul 11, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMJun 13, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 19, 2024
Blocked Driveway — Partial Access
311MEDIUMNov 8, 2024
Noise — Noise: Alarms (NR3)
311MEDIUMNov 4, 2024
GENERAL — SIGNAGE MISSING
311MEDIUMNov 2, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 1, 2024
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 1, 2024
SAFETY — CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
311MEDIUMAug 17, 2024
GENERAL — BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $2,975 to $4,025 per month, with a median of $3,500.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $3,290 to $4,451 per month, with a median of $3,870.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $4,097 to $5,543 per month, with a median of $4,820.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 ranges from $4,420 to $5,980 per month, with a median of $5,200.
How does rent at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10016 zip code: studio rents are about average for the area; 1-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 52% below the neighborhood median.
Is 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 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 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Based on historical listing data, September tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to September could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
The registered owner of 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 is 204 EAST 38TH LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 a good landlord?
204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016, owned by 204 EAST 38TH LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 3 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 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 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
Yes, 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 has 3 housing violations and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What schools are near 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
There are 9 schools near 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016, including 4 public schools, 2 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 116 Mary Lindley Murray (5 min walk), P.s. 116 Mary Lindley Murray (5 min walk), Murray Hill Academy (6 min walk), Unity Center For Urban Technologies (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 2 AV/E 33 ST (M15), 0.30 mi away.
Is 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10016 zip code where 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 is located had 1,823 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 109 violent crimes, 957 property crimes, and 757 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10016 for full details.
When was 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 built and how many units does it have?
204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 was built in 1920, has 4 floors, contains 7 total units, 6 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016?
204 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10016 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

09 / 10

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