What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $3,995 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $3,500 to $4,900 per month, with a median of $4,200.

How does rent at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 16% below the neighborhood median.

Is 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?

Yes, 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is rent stabilized with 4 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

How much has rent changed at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Rent at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has decreased by 8% since 2015-09, going from $3,795 to $3,500 as of 2024-03. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,500 in 2021-06 before recovering.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

The registered owner of 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is 208 AVE A ASSOCS. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by 208 AVE A ASSOCS, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 25 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Yes, 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 25 housing violations and 68 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 have?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 offers 9 amenities including Fios Available, Live In Super, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Washer/dryer, Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Has Evictions, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 allow pets?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

Does 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

There are 10 schools near 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include East Side Community School (2 min walk), East Side Community School (2 min walk), The Children's Workshop School (4 min walk), P.s. 034 Franklin D. Roosevelt (8 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Union Square (10 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 10 ST/AVENUE B (M8), 0.22 mi away.

Is 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10009 zip code where 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.

When was 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1900, has 5 floors, contains 19 total units, 18 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

208 AVENUE A — Rent Intelligence for East Village, NYC

East Village · Manhattan, NY, 10009

Built 19005 floors19 unitsBBL 1004060008

Current rent range

$3,500 – $4,900 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviews2AOwned by208 AVE A ASSOCS3 bldgs

208 AVENUE A

Manhattan, NY, 10009

208 AVENUE A is a prewar 1900 building, 5 floors, 19 units in East Village, NYC. Owned by 208 AVE A ASSOCS. Public records show 40 open violations, 68 311 complaints, 6 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 4 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations25last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units19DHCR records

Building age126 ybuilt 1900

311 complaints68last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

1 BR

$3,995/mo

33 listings

2 BR

$4,200/mo

8 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

January

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~9% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,495

1 BR

This building: $3,995 – $3,995

5% belowArea: $4,200

2 BR

This building: $3,500 – $4,900

16% belowArea: $5,000

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $7,895

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $8,995

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

1 Bed$3,5001 listing

2 Bed$3,7953 listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed33 listings

$3,995

$3,995 – $5,039

2 Bed8 listings

$5,000

$5,000

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

East Village

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

Asking rent

$5,163

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

33%

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

236 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

104

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3113

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

25 total

Window/Guard
4
Door/Lock
4
Heat/Hot Water
3
Pest Infestation
3
Fire Escape/Stairs
2

311Top Complaints

68 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
31
Noise - Residential
6
Noise - Commercial
6
ELECTRIC
5
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
3

DOBTop Filings

15 total

DOB Violations
15

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(5 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 22, 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 CVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 24, 2022
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT C1, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 24, 2022
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BOILER ROOM

See all 25 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

3★

50%

2★

50%

1★

Unit 2A Pros: Location, neighbors, conditions bad enough to get us on the news Cons: Heat constantly turned off to get older tenants to move out - the only heat in that bldg was the gaslighting by the owner. Advice to…

negativeFeb 2025

Anonymous

Pros: My single bedroom apartment is pretty spacious for the price all things considered. Cons: INSANE package theft problem. Landlord refuses to address the situation and is pretty much useless. The front door is fault…

mixedMay 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

9 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher
Washer/dryer

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Live In Super
Hardwood Floors
Good Cause
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

208 AVE A ASSOCS

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: ROBERT FARHADIANMail: 44 EAST 32 STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10016

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1900Building constructed19 units · 5 floors
now208 AVE A ASSOCSOwner 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.

10009 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10009

Violent148

Property838

Quality-of-life1,109

Total incidents2,095

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About this area.

East Village · 10009

208 AVENUE A · Manhattan · 40.730° N, -73.981° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

E 10 ST/AVENUE BM8
0.2 mi4 min
E 10 ST/AVENUE CM8
0.3 mi6 min
AVENUE C/E 11 STM14D-SBSM9
0.3 mi6 min
AVENUE C/E 10 STM9
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

East Side Community SchoolSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
East Side Community SchoolSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
The Children's Workshop SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 034 Franklin D. RooseveltK-8
0.4 mi8 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.5 mi10 min
Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.5 mi10 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.8 mi16 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

George Jackson AcademyMiddle School
0.3 mi5 min
Friends SeminaryElementary
0.4 mi8 min
New Amsterdam SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min

The neighborhood

East Village

Alphabet City — Avenues A through D — is the East Village's grittier, more residential sibling. Community gardens dot the blocks, Tompkins Square Park anchors the social scene, and the Dominican and Puerto Rican roots run deep alongside newer craft cocktail spots.

3,621buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$4,200median 1BR

58,418population$83kmedian income90%renters

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10009

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in East Village

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Gramercy Park· 0.67 mi Lower East Side· 0.69 mi Midtown East· 0.72 mi Tribeca· 0.74 mi SoHo· 0.85 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1900

Floors5

Total units19

Rent-stab units19

ClassC7

BBL1004060008

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1900

Building constructed

19 units · 5 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

4 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 208 AVE A ASSOCS

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 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
311MEDIUMApr 7, 2026
Graffiti
311MEDIUMMar 15, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMMar 10, 2026
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 10, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 11, 2026
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 10, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMJan 8, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMDec 18, 2025
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $3,995 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $3,500 to $4,900 per month, with a median of $4,200.
How does rent at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 16% below the neighborhood median.
Is 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?
Yes, 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is rent stabilized with 4 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
How much has rent changed at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Rent at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has decreased by 8% since 2015-09, going from $3,795 to $3,500 as of 2024-03. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,500 in 2021-06 before recovering.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
The registered owner of 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is 208 AVE A ASSOCS. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by 208 AVE A ASSOCS, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 25 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Yes, 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 25 housing violations and 68 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 have?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 offers 9 amenities including Fios Available, Live In Super, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Washer/dryer, Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Has Evictions, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 allow pets?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
Does 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
There are 10 schools near 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include East Side Community School (2 min walk), East Side Community School (2 min walk), The Children's Workshop School (4 min walk), P.s. 034 Franklin D. Roosevelt (8 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Union Square (10 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 10 ST/AVENUE B (M8), 0.22 mi away.
Is 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10009 zip code where 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.
When was 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1900, has 5 floors, contains 19 total units, 18 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
208 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

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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