How does rent at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10039 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 29% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about average for the area; 3-bedroom rents are about average for the area.

Is 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 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 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?

The registered owner of 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 is NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

What is the building rating for 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?

2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 has an overall grade of A with a score of 5.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?

Yes, 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 has 30 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 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?

There are 10 schools near 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 046 Arthur Tappan (1 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (6 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (7 min walk), P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (7 min walk), Next Generation Charter School (7 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?

2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 151 ST (M2), 0.39 mi away.

Is 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10039 zip code where 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 is located had 2,658 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 257 violent crimes, 885 property crimes, and 1,516 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10039 for full details.

When was 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 built and how many units does it have?

2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 was built in 1966, has 3 floors, contains 2 total units.

2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · MANHATTAN, NY 10039

Built 19663 floors2 unitsBBL 1021060050

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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Verified reviewsNDOwned byNYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION909 bldgs

2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD

MANHATTAN, NY 10039

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age60 ybuilt 1966

311 complaints30last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

August

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

29% belowArea: $3,125

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

1% belowArea: $2,500

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

1% aboveArea: $3,063

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,210

$2,650 – $3,261

2 Bed

$2,500

$2,500

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,931 – $3,194

4 Bed

$3,330

$2,831 – $3,829

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

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

159 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

3710

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

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

30 total

Illegal Parking
15
Abandoned Vehicle
6
Water System
4
Derelict Vehicles
4
Dirty Condition
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Portfolio of 909 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

909

buildings

4.4

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 909 total

See all 909 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1966Building constructed2 units · 3 floors
nowNYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 909 buildings.

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Crime & safety.

10039 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10039

Violent257

Property885

Quality-of-life1,516

Total incidents2,658

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About this area.

Harlem · 10039

2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD · Manhattan · 40.831° N, -73.936° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 151 STM2
0.4 mi8 min
ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 151 STM2
0.4 mi8 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/MACOMBS PLM10
0.4 mi9 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 148 STM10
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 046 Arthur TappanK-8
0.0 mi1 min
P.s. 028 Wright BrothersElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.3 mi7 min
P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Next Generation Charter SchoolCharter
0.4 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

Upper Harlem around the Bradhurst area is quiet, residential, and rooted in Black American history. The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture is nearby, Colonial Park (now Jackie Robinson Park) offers green space, and the blocks feel unhurried compared to lower Manhattan.

996buildings tracked4.0avg LucidIQ$3,125median 1BR

29,887population$52kmedian income85%renters

ResidentialHistoricQuietAffordableCommunity Feel

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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 Harlem· 0.9 mi Hamilton Heights

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1966

Floors3

Total units2

ClassW1

BBL1021060050

19601970198019902000201020202030

1966

Building constructed

2 units · 3 floors · class W1

now

Current owner: NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Portfolio includes 909 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMFeb 8, 2026
Illegal Parking — Blocked Crosswalk
311MEDIUMOct 27, 2025
Water System — Hydrant Leaking (WC1)
311MEDIUMFeb 26, 2025
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMJan 24, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMDec 17, 2024
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMNov 25, 2024
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMOct 21, 2024
Illegal Parking — Blocked Crosswalk
311MEDIUMSep 23, 2024
Illegal Parking — License Plate Obscured
311MEDIUMSep 22, 2024
Illegal Parking — Blocked Crosswalk
311MEDIUMMay 1, 2023
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10039 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 29% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about average for the area; 3-bedroom rents are about average for the area.
Is 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 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 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
The registered owner of 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 is NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 a good landlord?
2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039, owned by NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, has an overall grade of A (5.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 has an overall grade of A with a score of 5.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
Yes, 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 has 30 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 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
There are 10 schools near 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 046 Arthur Tappan (1 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (6 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (7 min walk), P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (7 min walk), Next Generation Charter School (7 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039?
2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 151 ST (M2), 0.39 mi away.
Is 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10039 zip code where 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 is located had 2,658 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 257 violent crimes, 885 property crimes, and 1,516 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10039 for full details.
When was 2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 built and how many units does it have?
2987 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, MANHATTAN, NY 10039 was built in 1966, has 3 floors, contains 2 total units.

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