What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,300 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $3,000 to $4,300 per month, with a median of $3,650.

How does rent at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.

Is 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 11% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is 511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by 511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 13 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 13 housing violations and 29 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?

515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 10 schools near 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Hamilton Grange Middle School (2 min walk), P.s. 192 Jacob H. Schiff (2 min walk), A. Philip Randolph Campus High School (5 min walk), P.s. 161 Pedro Albizu Campos (5 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 129 St/AMSTERDAM AV (M104), 0.48 mi away.

Is 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is located had 1,382 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 95 violent crimes, 445 property crimes, and 842 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10031 for full details.

When was 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 15 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

515 WEST 138 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 19105 floors15 unitsBBL 1020700023

Current rent range

$2,300 – $4,300 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviews5WOwned by511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC3 bldgs

515 WEST 138 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

515 WEST 138 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 5 floors, 15 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by 511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC. Public records show 22 open violations, 29 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations13last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints29last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

2 BR

$2,300/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$3,650/mo

3 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~11% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

2 BR

This building: $2,300 – $2,300

39% belowArea: $3,775

3 BR

This building: $3,000 – $4,300

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

2 Bed1 listing

$3,775

$3,775

3 Bed3 listings

$3,650

$3,000 – $4,300

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

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Rental intelligence.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

191 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

3649

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

13 total

Pest Infestation
5
Door/Lock
3
Water Leak
1
Heat/Hot Water
1
Electrical
1

311Top Complaints

29 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
6
Illegal Parking
6
Noise - Residential
4
Noise - Vehicle
3
Derelict Vehicles
3

DOBTop Filings

9 total

DOB Violations
9

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 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 BVIOLATION CLOSEDSep 9, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GFCI ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT SOUTH WALL [ IN OPEN GROUND POLARITY ] IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 43, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDSep 9, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT DOOR LEADING TO EAST YARD AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDSep 9, 2025
§ 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 LATCH SET AT DOOR LEADING TO EAST YARD AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 2, 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.

See all 13 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Pros: This is a walkup building that is part of a co-op. Majority Spanish-speaking residents. The building is relatively clean, with garbage cans and recycling located directly outside the front door. There is rarely eve…

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsPRESIDENT: MAITE TACMail: 515West 138 ST, NEW YORK, NY, 10031

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

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buildings

3.4

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

B+511 WEST 138 STREETManhattan7.6 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed15 units · 5 floors
now511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFCOwner 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.

10031 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10031

Violent95

Property445

Quality-of-life842

Total incidents1,382

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About this area.

Hamilton Heights · 10031

515 WEST 138 STREET · Manhattan · 40.821° N, -73.952° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby10 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

W 129 St/AMSTERDAM AVM104
0.5 mi10 min
W 129 ST/AMSTERDAM AVM104
0.5 mi10 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 133 STM10
0.5 mi10 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 129 STM100M11M101
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Hamilton Grange Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 192 Jacob H. SchiffElementary
0.1 mi2 min
A. Philip Randolph Campus High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 161 Pedro Albizu CamposK-8
0.3 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Kipp Infinity Charter SchoolCharter
0.3 mi6 min
Kipp S.t.a.r. College Preparatory Charter SchoolK-12
0.3 mi6 min
Kipp Star Harlem College Prep Elementary SchoolCharter
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Ny Center For Child Development
0.8 mi17 min

The neighborhood

Hamilton Heights

Hamilton Heights is named for Alexander Hamilton's Harlem estate, and the neighborhood's hilltop position offers unexpected Manhattan views. Sugar Hill's elegant apartment buildings, City College's Gothic campus, and Dominican bakeries on Broadway create a layered, authentic neighborhood.

3,046buildings tracked3.4avg LucidIQ$3,425median 1BR

61,044population$65kmedian income87%renters

HistoricDiverseHilltop ViewsAcademicAffordable

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

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Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors5

Total units15

ClassC6

BBL1020700023

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

15 units · 5 floors · class C6

now

Current owner: 511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC

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 18, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
HPDMEDIUMSep 9, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GFCI ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT SOUTH WALL [ IN OPEN GROUND
HPDMEDIUMSep 9, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT DOOR LEADING TO EAST YARD AT PUBLIC HALL,
HPDHIGHSep 9, 2025
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
311MEDIUMJun 28, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMApr 29, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMMar 10, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Vehicle
311MEDIUMFeb 12, 2025
Illegal Parking — Parking Permit Improper Use
311MEDIUMFeb 2, 2025
Derelict Vehicles

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,300 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $3,000 to $4,300 per month, with a median of $3,650.
How does rent at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.
Is 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 11% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is 511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by 511-15 WEST 138TH STREET HDFC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 13 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 13 housing violations and 29 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?
515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 10 schools near 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Hamilton Grange Middle School (2 min walk), P.s. 192 Jacob H. Schiff (2 min walk), A. Philip Randolph Campus High School (5 min walk), P.s. 161 Pedro Albizu Campos (5 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 129 St/AMSTERDAM AV (M104), 0.48 mi away.
Is 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is located had 1,382 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 95 violent crimes, 445 property crimes, and 842 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10031 for full details.
When was 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 15 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
515 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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