What is the rent for a studio at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $1,500 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $1,250 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,895 per month.

How does rent at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median.

Is 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 540 WEST 140 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 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 540 WEST 140 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 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 17 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 17 housing violations and 23 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 15 amenities including Private Bathrooms, Furnished, Refrigerator, Microwave, Hot Water, Ample Closet Space, Heat Included, 14 Foot Ceilings, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 allow pets?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 10 schools near 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Hamilton Grange Middle School (3 min walk), P.s. 192 Jacob H. Schiff (3 min walk), High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City College (3 min walk), A. Philip Randolph Campus High School (6 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (7 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 ST (M100, M11, M101), 0.48 mi away.

Is 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 540 WEST 140 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 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

540 WEST 140 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 19103 floors3 unitsBBL 1020710055

Current rent range

$1,250 – $2,895 / mo

3 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsSHOwned bySUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC3 bldgs

540 WEST 140 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

540 WEST 140 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 3 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC. Public records show 20 open violations, 23 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations17last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints23last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$1,500/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$1,250/mo

2 listings

2 BR

$2,895/mo

1 listing

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,500 – $1,500

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,250 – $1,250

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $2,895 – $2,895

23% belowArea: $3,775

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio1 listing

$1,500

$1,500

1 Bed2 listings

$1,250

$1,250

2 Bed1 listing

$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

172 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

3438

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

17 total

Pest Infestation
5
Water Leak
2
Paint/Plaster
1
Roof/Ceiling
1
Door/Lock
1

311Top Complaints

23 total

Illegal Parking
6
Missed Collection
4
Water System
3
HEAT/HOT WATER
3
Noise - Residential
2

DOBTop Filings

3 total

DOB Violations
3

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 17, 2025
§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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 4, 2025
(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 22, 2024
§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 BNOV SENT OUTJul 31, 2024
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDENT MATERIAL CEILING AND EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 4th STORY
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 31, 2024
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 4th STORY

See all 17 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Unit Garden Level Room Pros: - Super leases directly so no broker fee - Rooms are sunny and pretty spacious - Super is very responsive and respectful - Guarantor acceptable - Upper level neighbors are very sweet and nic…

positiveApr 2025

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

15 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

FITNESS

Ample Closet Space

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Private Bathrooms
Furnished
Refrigerator
Microwave
Hot Water
Heat Included
14 Foot Ceilings
Bedrooms Keyed Separately
Bay Windows
Good Cause
Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: Nathan ChickeringMail: 505 W 148th St, New York, NY, 10031

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

—544 W 140TH STManhattan— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed3 units · 3 floors
nowSUNRISE HEIGHTS LLCOwner 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

540 WEST 140 STREET · Manhattan · 40.823° N, -73.952° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby10 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 STM100M11M101
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 133 STM3
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 133 STM3
0.5 mi11 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 129 STM11M101
0.5 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Hamilton Grange Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.1 mi3 min
P.s. 192 Jacob H. SchiffElementary
0.1 mi3 min
High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City CollegeHigh School
0.2 mi3 min
A. Philip Randolph Campus High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Kipp Infinity Charter SchoolCharter
0.3 mi7 min
Kipp S.t.a.r. College Preparatory Charter SchoolK-12
0.3 mi7 min
Kipp Star Harlem College Prep Elementary SchoolCharter
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.6 mi11 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.8 mi16 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

Explore Hamilton Heights

Neighborhood overview

Hamilton Heights→

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Crime in 10031

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Hamilton Heights

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors3

Total units3

ClassC0

BBL1020710055

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

3 units · 3 floors · class C0

now

Current owner: SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJan 24, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 11, 2026
Water System — Hydrant Leaking (WC1)
HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
HPDLOWJun 4, 2025
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, 2025
Missed Collection — Recycling - Paper
311MEDIUMApr 11, 2025
Missed Collection — Compost
311MEDIUMMar 21, 2025
Missed Collection — Compost
311MEDIUMFeb 21, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMDec 30, 2024
Water System — Leak (Use Comments) (WA2)
311MEDIUMDec 29, 2024
Water System — Leak (Use Comments) (WA2)

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $1,500 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $1,250 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,895 per month.
How does rent at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median.
Is 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 540 WEST 140 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 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 540 WEST 140 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 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by SUNRISE HEIGHTS LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 17 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 17 housing violations and 23 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 15 amenities including Private Bathrooms, Furnished, Refrigerator, Microwave, Hot Water, Ample Closet Space, Heat Included, 14 Foot Ceilings, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 allow pets?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 10 schools near 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Hamilton Grange Middle School (3 min walk), P.s. 192 Jacob H. Schiff (3 min walk), High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City College (3 min walk), A. Philip Randolph Campus High School (6 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (7 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 ST (M100, M11, M101), 0.48 mi away.
Is 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 540 WEST 140 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 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
540 WEST 140 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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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