What is the rent for a studio at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,995 to $2,195 per month, with a median of $2,095.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,525 to $2,895 per month, with a median of $2,710.

Is 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Rent at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has decreased by 5% since 2015-12, going from $2,425 to $2,295 as of 2017-07.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

The registered owner of 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is 420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by 420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 15 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Yes, 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 15 housing violations and 40 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 6 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.

What schools are near 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

There are 6 schools near 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter School (3 min walk), Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter School (3 min walk), St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School (3 min walk), Ny Center For Child Development (7 min walk), Fellowship Of Learning School (11 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 123 ST (M2), 0.47 mi away.

Is 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10027 zip code where 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is located had 3,156 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 273 violent crimes, 1,246 property crimes, and 1,637 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10027 for full details.

When was 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1930, has 5 floors, contains 23 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10027

Built 19305 floors23 unitsBBL 1019580060

Current rent range

$1,995 – $2,895 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviews4SOwned by420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC3 bldgs

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE

Manhattan, NY, 10027

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE is a mid-century 1930 building, 5 floors, 23 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by 420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC. Public records show 21 open violations, 40 311 complaints, 9 active litigation matters on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations15last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints40last 7 years

01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,095/mo

10 listings

2 BR

$2,710/mo

14 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

November

Most expensive

June

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,995 – $2,195

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,000

2 BR

This building: $2,525 – $2,895

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 4 listings

Studio$1,6953 listings

1 Bed$1,6852 listings

2 Bed$2,2954 listings

4 Bed$3,9002 listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio10 listings

$2,095

$1,995 – $2,195

2 Bed14 listings

$2,710

$2,525 – $2,895

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Harlem

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

Asking rent

$2,589

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

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

249 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

104

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

103

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

4042

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

15 total

Pest Infestation
3
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Door/Lock
2
Roof/Ceiling
2
Window/Guard
2

311Top Complaints

40 total

APPLIANCE
8
Noise - Residential
8
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
4
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
4
SAFETY
4

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 2, 2022
§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 DISMISSEDJul 13, 2022
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING KICKSTAND AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDJul 13, 2022
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF KEY OPERATED LOCK INSTALLED AT DOOR LEADING TO FIRE ESCAPE WINDOW IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 5D, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 16, 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 15 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Across the street from St Nicholas Park Lovely friendly neighbors Monthly extermination Laundry in basement Good water pressure Cons: Loud street in summer time - bbqs in park Old building Advice to landlord: E…

positiveDec 2020

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View
Good Cause
Has Evictions

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: ETHAN ROZENBLATTMail: 221 WEST 38 STREET, New York, NY, 10018

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.9

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed23 units · 5 floors
now420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10027 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10027

Violent273

Property1,246

Quality-of-life1,637

Total incidents3,156

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About this area.

Harlem · 10027

420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE · Manhattan · 40.814° N, -73.949° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

3 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 123 STM2
0.5 mi9 min
MALCOLM X BLVD/W 125 STM102M7
0.5 mi10 min
W 125 ST/MALCOLM X BLVDM60-SBS
0.5 mi10 min
W 125 ST/MALCOLM X BLVDM125M101
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter SchoolK-12
0.1 mi3 min
Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter SchoolK-12
0.1 mi3 min
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ny Center For Child Development
0.3 mi7 min
Fellowship Of Learning SchoolElementary
0.5 mi11 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.5 mi11 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

West Harlem around 125th Street is the neighborhood's commercial and cultural spine — the Apollo Theater, Studio Museum, and a corridor of new development coexist with decades-old barbershops and West African restaurants. Columbia's Manhattanville campus expansion is reshaping the western edge.

3,588buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$2,000median 1BR

65,806population$63kmedian income87%renters

Cultural HubHistoricEvolvingDiverseTransit-Accessible

Explore Harlem

Neighborhood overview

Harlem→

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See full breakdown→

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· 0.74 mi Upper West Side· 0.79 mi Harlem· 1.09 mi Hamilton Heights· 1.13 mi Harlem· 1.3 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1930

Floors5

Total units23

ClassC4

BBL1019580060

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

23 units · 5 floors · class C4

now

Current owner: 420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMNov 16, 2025
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
311MEDIUMOct 29, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMOct 22, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMSep 8, 2025
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
311MEDIUMMay 20, 2025
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
311MEDIUMJan 12, 2025
Rodent — Signs of Rodents
311MEDIUMSep 20, 2024
Noise - Vehicle — Car/Truck Horn
311MEDIUMApr 11, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 3, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMDec 30, 2023
Noise - Vehicle — Car/Truck Horn

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,995 to $2,195 per month, with a median of $2,095.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $2,525 to $2,895 per month, with a median of $2,710.
Is 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Rent at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has decreased by 5% since 2015-12, going from $2,425 to $2,295 as of 2017-07.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
The registered owner of 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is 420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?
420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by 420 ST. NICHOLAS AVENUE LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 15 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Yes, 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 15 housing violations and 40 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?
420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 6 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.
What schools are near 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
There are 6 schools near 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter School (3 min walk), Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter School (3 min walk), St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School (3 min walk), Ny Center For Child Development (7 min walk), Fellowship Of Learning School (11 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 123 ST (M2), 0.47 mi away.
Is 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10027 zip code where 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is located had 3,156 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 273 violent crimes, 1,246 property crimes, and 1,637 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10027 for full details.
When was 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?
420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1930, has 5 floors, contains 23 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
420 ST NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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