What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is approximately $5,499 per month.

Is 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?

Yes, 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is rent stabilized with 5 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

How much has rent changed at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Rent at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has increased by 1% since 2015-06, going from $4,800 to $4,849 as of 2025-04.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 496 MANHATTAN 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 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

The registered owner of 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is HPH CHOSEN, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by HPH CHOSEN, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Yes, 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 6 housing violations and 24 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 7 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 3 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

There are 8 schools near 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 2 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Locke School Of Arts And Engineering (14 min walk), Mosaic Preparatory Academy (20 min walk), New York French-American Charter School (1 min walk), New York French-American Charter School (1 min walk), Democracy Prep Harlem Charter High School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 114 ST (M2), 0.43 mi away.

Is 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10027 zip code where 496 MANHATTAN 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 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1901, has 5 floors, contains 5 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10027

Built 19015 floors5 unitsBBL 1019470018

Current rent range

$5,499 – $5,499 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

Leave a review

★★★★★3.85 reviews

Verified reviewsHCOwned byHPH CHOSEN, LLC17 bldgs

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE

Manhattan, NY, 10027

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE is a prewar 1901 building, 5 floors, 5 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by HPH CHOSEN, LLC. Public records show 13 open violations, 24 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Rent stabilization on file covers 5 units (registered 2019). Lucid Rents has 5 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations6last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews53.8 ★ avg

Rent-stab units5DHCR records

Building age125 ybuilt 1901

311 complaints24last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

4 BR

$5,499/mo

1 listing

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below 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

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,000

4 BR

This building: $5,499 – $5,499

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 1 listing

4 Bed$4,8491 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

4 Bed1 listing

$5,499

$5,499

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.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

201 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

3452

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

6 total

Paint/Plaster
2
Pest Infestation
2
Roof/Ceiling
1
Door/Lock
1

311Top Complaints

24 total

Rodent
8
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
5
HEAT/HOT WATER
5
Noise - Residential
3
UNSANITARY CONDITION
1

DOBTop Filings

7 total

DOB Violations
7

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

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 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.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 23, 2021
§ 27-2014 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. SCRAPE AND REMOVE RUST SCALES AND PAINT WITH 2 COATS OF PAINT ALL BALCONIES, STORIES, COMPONENTS AT FIRE ESCAPE AT FRONT OF THE BUILDING AT FIRE ESCAPE
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 25, 2020
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REFIT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 25, 2020
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... APPROX 40 SQ FT AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 6 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.8 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

5 reviews

5★

20%

4★

60%

3★

2★

20%

1★

Pros: Very nice apartment. We had no issues or problems. It is an older building but nicely updated with high end kitchen. Great sunlight in front windows (1 BR and living room). Building very secure. Never had secu…

positiveMay 2022

Anonymous

Pros: I lived in this building to share a unit. The area was ok but I didn’t like that people hang around all the time outside. Cons: One thing is that the lease holders were the worst to deal with. Very cheap, broke, a…

positiveNov 2021

Anonymous

Pros: Clean and laundry in unit Cons: New management not as responsive to maintenance issues, heat radiators didn’t work properly, lack of communication. Also not flexible with COVID

positiveJul 2021

Anonymous

View all 5 reviews

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Rent Stabilized
Good Cause
Has Evictions

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

HPH CHOSEN, LLC

Portfolio of 17 buildingsHead officer: Jay NewhouseMail: 2259 7th Avenue, New York, NY, 10027

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.7

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 17 total

See all 17 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1901Building constructed5 units · 5 floors
nowHPH CHOSEN, LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 17 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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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

496 MANHATTAN AVENUE · Manhattan · 40.808° N, -73.955° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

5 schools nearby14 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 114 STM2
0.4 mi9 min
ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 113 STM2
0.5 mi9 min
MANHATTAN AV/W 112 STM116M3M7
0.5 mi9 min
W 116 ST/MALCOLM X BLVDM116M7
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Locke School Of Arts And EngineeringElementary
0.7 mi14 min
Mosaic Preparatory AcademyElementary
1.0 mi20 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

New York French-American Charter SchoolK-8
0.0 mi1 min
New York French-American Charter SchoolK-8
0.0 mi1 min
Democracy Prep Harlem Charter High SchoolCharter
0.2 mi4 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Mt Pleasant Christian AcademyElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Great Tomorrows Usa SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Cathedral SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 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

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1901

Floors5

Total units5

Rent-stab units5

ClassC4

BBL1019470018

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1901

Building constructed

5 units · 5 floors · class C4

2019

Rent stabilization on file

5 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: HPH CHOSEN, LLC

Portfolio includes 17 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWApr 1, 2024
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
311MEDIUMNov 4, 2023
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMAug 6, 2023
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMJun 12, 2023
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMJun 2, 2023
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMApr 16, 2023
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMMar 12, 2023
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMFeb 9, 2023
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMNov 14, 2022
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMOct 17, 2022
Rodent — Rat Sighting

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is approximately $5,499 per month.
Is 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?
Yes, 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is rent stabilized with 5 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
How much has rent changed at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Rent at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has increased by 1% since 2015-06, going from $4,800 to $4,849 as of 2025-04.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 496 MANHATTAN 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 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
The registered owner of 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is HPH CHOSEN, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?
496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by HPH CHOSEN, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Yes, 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 6 housing violations and 24 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 7 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?
496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 3 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
There are 8 schools near 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 2 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Locke School Of Arts And Engineering (14 min walk), Mosaic Preparatory Academy (20 min walk), New York French-American Charter School (1 min walk), New York French-American Charter School (1 min walk), Democracy Prep Harlem Charter High School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ADAM C POWELL BLVD/W 114 ST (M2), 0.43 mi away.
Is 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10027 zip code where 496 MANHATTAN 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 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?
496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1901, has 5 floors, contains 5 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
496 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

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NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes

rent stabilized

stabilized units

2019

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

09 / 10

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