What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $5,609 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $3,850 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $6,898 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $4,695 per month.

How does rent at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 34% above the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 38% above the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median.

Is 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?

Yes, 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is rent stabilized with 2 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.

Is the landlord of 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by ARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 54 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Yes, 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 54 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 have?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 offers 7 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly, Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 allow pets?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

What schools are near 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

There are 10 schools near 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Earth School (2 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (2 min walk), Tompkins Square Middle School (2 min walk), The Star Academy - P.s.63 (4 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: EAST HOUSTON ST/AV C (M9, M21), 0.29 mi away.

Is 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10009 zip code where 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.

When was 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1920, has 6 floors, contains 13 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

540 EAST 6 STREET — Rent Intelligence for East Village, NYC

East Village · Manhattan, NY, 10009

Built 19206 floors13 unitsBBL 1004010030

Current rent range

$3,850 – $6,898 / mo

4 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

Leave a review

★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviewsAIOwned byARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU2 bldgs

540 EAST 6 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10009

540 EAST 6 STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 6 floors, 13 units in East Village, NYC. Owned by ARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU. Public records show 54 open violations, 1 active litigation matter on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 2 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations54last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units13DHCR records

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

1 BR

$5,609/mo

1 listing

2 BR

$3,850/mo

9 listings

2 BR

$6,898/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$4,695/mo

9 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

January

Most expensive

May

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~9% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,495

1 BR

This building: $5,609 – $5,609

34% aboveArea: $4,200

2 BR

This building: $3,850 – $3,850

23% belowArea: $5,000

3 BR

This building: $4,695 – $4,695

41% belowArea: $7,895

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $8,995

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed1 listing

$5,609

$3,995 – $5,039

2 Bed9 listings

$5,000

$5,000

3 Bed9 listings

$7,895

$7,895

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

East Village

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

Asking rent

$5,163

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

33%

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

233 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

100

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

54 total

Pest Infestation
13
Smoke/CO Detector
11
Paint/Plaster
7
Fire Escape/Stairs
6
Water Leak
5

311Top Complaints

0 total

Noise - Residential
15
HEAT/HOT WATER
9
UNSANITARY CONDITION
8
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
8
WATER LEAK
7

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(5 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 16, 2025
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 16, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 16, 2025
§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJun 16, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT EAST AND WEST WALLS AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 16, 2025
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY

See all 54 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

3★

50%

2★

50%

1★

Pros: Great location and really good sized apartment Cons: Floors were really cheap wood and it was pretty loud Advice to landlord: Update the place!

negativeMar 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Easy walk up, nice roof, good location, fantastic apartment Cons: Felt Impossible to get hold of landlord when we needed it most. Super is very slow addressing issues and takes multiple calls for even urgent probl…

mixedJun 2021

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

7 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Good Cause
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized
Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

ARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU

Portfolio of 2 buildingsTRUSTEE: JUDAH WASSNERMail: 441 WEST END AVE, NEW YORK CITY, NY, 10024

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1920Building constructed13 units · 6 floors
nowARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRUOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10009 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10009

Violent148

Property838

Quality-of-life1,109

Total incidents2,095

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About this area.

East Village · 10009

540 EAST 6 STREET · Manhattan · 40.725° N, -73.983° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

EAST HOUSTON ST/AV CM9M21
0.3 mi6 min
EAST HOUSTON ST/RIDGE STM21M9
0.3 mi6 min
AVENUE D/E 4 STM14D-SBS
0.4 mi8 min
AVENUE D/EAST HOUSTON STM14D-SBS
0.4 mi8 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Earth SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 064 Robert SimonElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Tompkins Square Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.1 mi2 min
The Star Academy - P.s.63Elementary
0.2 mi4 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.7 mi15 min
Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.8 mi16 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

New Amsterdam SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Connelly Ctr Education/holy Child MsElementary
0.1 mi2 min
George Jackson AcademyMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min

The neighborhood

East Village

Alphabet City — Avenues A through D — is the East Village's grittier, more residential sibling. Community gardens dot the blocks, Tompkins Square Park anchors the social scene, and the Dominican and Puerto Rican roots run deep alongside newer craft cocktail spots.

—buildings tracked—avg LucidIQ$4,200median 1BR

58,418population$83kmedian income90%renters

Community GardensDiverseGrittyNightlifeArtsy

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10009

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in East Village

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Gramercy Park· 0.67 mi Lower East Side· 0.69 mi Midtown East· 0.72 mi Tribeca· 0.74 mi SoHo· 0.85 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 built1920

Floors6

Total units13

Rent-stab units13

ClassC4

BBL1004010030

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

13 units · 6 floors · class C4

2024

Rent stabilization on file

2 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: ARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
WATER LEAK — DAMP SPOT
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
PLUMBING — TOILET
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMMay 22, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
311MEDIUMApr 7, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $5,609 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $3,850 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $6,898 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is approximately $4,695 per month.
How does rent at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 34% above the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 38% above the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median.
Is 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?
Yes, 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is rent stabilized with 2 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
The registered owner of 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is ARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by ARNAV INDUSTRIES, INC. PROFIT SHARING PL AN AND TRU, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 54 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Yes, 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 54 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 have?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 offers 7 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly, Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 allow pets?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
What schools are near 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
There are 10 schools near 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Earth School (2 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (2 min walk), Tompkins Square Middle School (2 min walk), The Star Academy - P.s.63 (4 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: EAST HOUSTON ST/AV C (M9, M21), 0.29 mi away.
Is 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10009 zip code where 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.
When was 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1920, has 6 floors, contains 13 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
540 EAST 6 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

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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