What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,150 per month.

How does rent at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 43% below the neighborhood median.

Is 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Yes, 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is rent stabilized with 31 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 518 WEST 139 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 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is HARLEM EAST LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by HARLEM EAST LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 337 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 337 housing violations and 385 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Are there eviction filings at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 4 amenities including Has Evictions, Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 10 schools near 518 WEST 139 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), High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City College (3 min walk), A. Philip Randolph Campus High School (5 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 129 St/AMSTERDAM AV (M104), 0.49 mi away.

Is 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 518 WEST 139 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 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 6 floors, contains 42 total units.

How energy efficient is 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an ENERGY STAR score of 12 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 142.4 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

518 WEST 139 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 19106 floors42 unitsBBL 1020700043

Current rent range

$2,150 – $2,150 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.73 reviews

Verified reviewsHEOwned byHARLEM EAST LLC2 bldgs

518 WEST 139 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

518 WEST 139 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 6 floors, 42 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by HARLEM EAST LLC. Public records show 352 open violations, 385 311 complaints, 12 active litigation matters on file. Tenant-impact history includes 1 eviction. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 31 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations337last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed1last 7 years

Tenant reviews33.7 ★ avg

Rent-stab units42DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints385last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

2 BR

$2,150/mo

5 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below 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: $2,150 – $2,150

43% belowArea: $3,775

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

2 Bed5 listings

$3,775

$3,775

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Upper Manhattan

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

Asking rent

$2,327

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

10%

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

180 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

3647

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

337 total

Door/Lock
47
Pest Infestation
46
Paint/Plaster
45
Heat/Hot Water
41
Smoke/CO Detector
33

311Top Complaints

385 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
299
UNSANITARY CONDITION
55
PLUMBING
32
PAINT/PLASTER
31
WATER LEAK
27

DOBTop Filings

15 total

DOB Violations
15

EvictionsEvictions

1 filed

Evictions filed
1

Violations by Unit

(22 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV SENT OUTMay 28, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING 130 DEGRESS AT ALL FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 64, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CNOV SENT OUTMay 28, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF KEY OPERATED LOCK SET INSTALLED AT ROOM LEADING TO FIRE ESCAPE IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 64, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 21, 2026
§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE GARBAGE AND RECYCLING AT FRONT AREAWAY, 1st STORY
Class BNOV SENT OUTMay 21, 2026
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 8, 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 64, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 337 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.7 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

67%

3★

33%

2★

1★

Pros: Generally a responsive super, renovated apt upon move-in, organized trash system, buzzer intercom to phone, kind landlord who is quick to attend to major repairs for my unit, office correspondence has improved Con…

positiveSep 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Good bones to the building, nice neighbors, spacious unit, good finishes Cons: No help with pest control over the years - had mice and roaches by the time we left

mixedJul 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Pros -love my renovated apt -super is kind and generally responsive, much better than most NYC supers -landlord and I have a good relationship -management is responsive and uses a good app for rent payments -large…

positiveNov 2020

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

OTHER

Has Evictions
Good Cause
Rent Stabilized
Fios Available

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

HARLEM EAST LLC

Portfolio of 2 buildingsowner: jonathan sametMail: 1360 east 14th street, Brooklyn, NY, 11230

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

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Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed42 units · 6 floors
nowHARLEM EAST LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings.

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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

518 WEST 139 STREET · Manhattan · 40.822° 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 STM101M100M11
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
High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City CollegeHigh School
0.1 mi3 min
A. Philip Randolph Campus High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Kipp Infinity Charter SchoolCharter
0.3 mi6 min
Kipp Star Harlem College Prep Elementary SchoolCharter
0.3 mi6 min
Kipp Infinity Charter SchoolK-12
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.5 mi11 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
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

Floors6

Total units42

Rent-stab units42

ClassD1

BBL1020700043

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

42 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

31 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: HARLEM EAST LLC

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDHIGHMay 28, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING 130 DEGRESS AT ALL FIXTURES IN THE
HPDHIGHMay 28, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF KEY OPERATED LOCK SET INSTALLED AT ROOM LEADING TO FIR
HPDMEDIUMMay 21, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY
HPDLOWMay 21, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE GA
311MEDIUMApr 29, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMApr 27, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMApr 27, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMApr 27, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — WALL
311MEDIUMApr 27, 2026
PLUMBING — BATHTUB/SHOWER
311MEDIUMApr 22, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,150 per month.
How does rent at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 43% below the neighborhood median.
Is 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Yes, 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is rent stabilized with 31 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 518 WEST 139 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 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is HARLEM EAST LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by HARLEM EAST LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 337 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 337 housing violations and 385 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Are there eviction filings at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 4 amenities including Has Evictions, Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 10 schools near 518 WEST 139 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), High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City College (3 min walk), A. Philip Randolph Campus High School (5 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 129 St/AMSTERDAM AV (M104), 0.49 mi away.
Is 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 518 WEST 139 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 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 6 floors, contains 42 total units.
How energy efficient is 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an ENERGY STAR score of 12 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 142.4 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
518 WEST 139 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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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

2024

since

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

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