What is the rent for a studio at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $2,346 to $3,174 per month, with a median of $2,760.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $2,414 to $3,266 per month, with a median of $2,840.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $2,703 to $3,657 per month, with a median of $3,180.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $3,366 to $4,554 per month, with a median of $3,960.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $3,638 to $4,922 per month, with a median of $4,280.

How does rent at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10010 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 48% below the neighborhood median.

Is 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 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 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

The registered owner of 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 is EMGE 2, INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 a good landlord?

242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010, owned by EMGE 2, INC., has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 9 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 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 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

Yes, 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 has 9 housing violations and 18 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 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

There are 10 schools near 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 040 Augustus Saint-Gaudens (6 min walk), M.s. 255 Salk School Of Science (6 min walk), M.s. 255 Salk School Of Science (6 min walk), P.s. 040 Augustus Saint-Gaudens (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 20 ST/E 20 ST Loop (M23-SBS, M9), 0.42 mi away.

Is 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10010 zip code where 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 is located had 2,762 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 176 violent crimes, 1,604 property crimes, and 982 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10010 for full details.

When was 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 built and how many units does it have?

242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 was built in 1920, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?

242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

242 EAST 26 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Gramercy Park, NYC

Gramercy Park · Manhattan, NY, 10010

Built 19203 floors4 unitsBBL 1009060035

Current rent range

$2,346 – $4,922 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviewsE2Owned byEMGE 2, INC.3 bldgs

242 EAST 26 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10010

242 EAST 26 STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 4 units in Gramercy Park, NYC. Owned by EMGE 2, INC.. Public records show 9 open violations, 18 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations9last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints18last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,760/mo

1 BR

$2,840/mo

2 BR

$3,180/mo

3 BR

$3,960/mo

4 BR

$4,280/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

June

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,346 – $3,174

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,414 – $3,266

48% belowArea: $5,491

2 BR

This building: $2,703 – $3,657

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $3,366 – $4,554

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $3,638 – $4,922

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,760

$2,346 – $3,174

1 Bed

$5,491

$5,491

2 Bed

$3,180

$2,703 – $3,657

3 Bed

$3,960

$3,366 – $4,554

4 Bed

$4,280

$3,638 – $4,922

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Midtown South

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

Asking rent

$5,159

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.9%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

23%

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

233 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

113

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1756

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

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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

9 total

Pest Infestation
3
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Paint/Plaster
1
Window/Guard
1
Door/Lock
1

311Top Complaints

18 total

Illegal Parking
4
UNSANITARY CONDITION
3
HEAT/HOT WATER
3
Noise - Residential
2
Water System
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BCIV14 MAILEDJan 4, 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 DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDJan 4, 2026
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES ON THE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL
Class CCIV14 MAILEDJan 4, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJan 4, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CCIV14 MAILEDJan 4, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 9 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: It was the cheapest option to my school. Cons: I don’t know where to start. We had carbon monoxide leakage from the old boiler in the basement. Dave, the landlord, would lie and say he fixed the issues when the al…

negativeJun 2022

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

EMGE 2, INC.

Portfolio of 3 buildingsPRESIDENT: Baldev VADEHRAMail: 331 WEST 11 ST, NEW YORK, NY, 10014

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

See all 3 →

—177 WAVERLY PLACEManhattan— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1920Building constructed4 units · 3 floors
nowEMGE 2, INC.Owner 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.

10010 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10010

Violent176

Property1,604

Quality-of-life982

Total incidents2,762

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About this area.

Gramercy Park · 10010

242 EAST 26 STREET · Manhattan · 40.740° N, -73.980° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby6 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

E 20 ST/E 20 ST LoopM23-SBSM9
0.4 mi8 min
2 AV/E 17 STM15
0.4 mi9 min
1 AV/E 17 STM15
0.5 mi9 min
1 AV/E 15 STM15-SBS
0.5 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 040 Augustus Saint-GaudensElementary
0.3 mi6 min
M.s. 255 Salk School Of ScienceMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min
M.s. 255 Salk School Of ScienceMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 040 Augustus Saint-GaudensElementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx)Charter
0.5 mi9 min
Success Academy Charter High School Of The Liberal ArtsCharter
0.5 mi9 min
Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Churchill School And CenterElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Epiphany School (the)Elementary
0.2 mi4 min
Learningspring SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min

The neighborhood

Gramercy Park

Gramercy Park is one of Manhattan's best-kept secrets — a private, gated park surrounded by elegant pre-war buildings and quiet, tree-lined streets. It's refined without being flashy, and the Irving Place corridor has excellent restaurants.

2,142buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$5,491median 1BR

32,410population$150kmedian income71%renters

QuietElegantPre-WarExclusiveResidential

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Gramercy Park

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1920

Floors3

Total units4

ClassC4

BBL1009060035

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

4 units · 3 floors · class C4

now

Current owner: EMGE 2, INC.

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMApr 24, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 24, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDMEDIUMJan 4, 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
HPDHIGHJan 4, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
HPDHIGHJan 4, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st APAR
HPDMEDIUMJan 4, 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
HPDHIGHJan 4, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st APARTME
311MEDIUMOct 25, 2025
Illegal Parking — Blocked Bike Lane
311MEDIUMOct 1, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMOct 1, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $2,346 to $3,174 per month, with a median of $2,760.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $2,414 to $3,266 per month, with a median of $2,840.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $2,703 to $3,657 per month, with a median of $3,180.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $3,366 to $4,554 per month, with a median of $3,960.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 ranges from $3,638 to $4,922 per month, with a median of $4,280.
How does rent at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10010 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 48% below the neighborhood median.
Is 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 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 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
The registered owner of 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 is EMGE 2, INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 a good landlord?
242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010, owned by EMGE 2, INC., has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 9 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 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 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
Yes, 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 has 9 housing violations and 18 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 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
There are 10 schools near 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 040 Augustus Saint-Gaudens (6 min walk), M.s. 255 Salk School Of Science (6 min walk), M.s. 255 Salk School Of Science (6 min walk), P.s. 040 Augustus Saint-Gaudens (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 20 ST/E 20 ST Loop (M23-SBS, M9), 0.42 mi away.
Is 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10010 zip code where 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 is located had 2,762 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 176 violent crimes, 1,604 property crimes, and 982 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10010 for full details.
When was 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 built and how many units does it have?
242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 was built in 1920, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010?
242 EAST 26 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10010 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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