What is the rent for a studio at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $2,567 to $3,473 per month, with a median of $3,020.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $2,678 to $3,622 per month, with a median of $3,150.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $2,967 to $4,013 per month, with a median of $3,490.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $3,698 to $5,003 per month, with a median of $4,350.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $3,987 to $5,394 per month, with a median of $4,690.

How does rent at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10036 zip code: studio rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 62% below the neighborhood median.

Is 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 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 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

Based on historical listing data, June tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to June could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.

Is the landlord of 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 a good landlord?

542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036, owned by NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, has an overall grade of A (5.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 has an overall grade of A with a score of 5.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Has 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

There are 7 schools near 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged - P2g - Impact (5 min walk), P.s. 78 (6 min walk), P.s. 78 (6 min walk), The Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Staten Island (7 min walk), Eden Ii - Little Miracles (7 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?

542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BROAD ST/GORDON ST (S74), 0.13 mi away.

Is 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10036 zip code where 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 is located had 4,391 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 323 violent crimes, 1,884 property crimes, and 2,184 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10036 for full details.

When was 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 built and how many units does it have?

542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 1 total unit.

542 5 AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Midtown West, NYC

Midtown West · Manhattan, NY, 10036

Built 19313 floors1 unitsBBL 5005420009

Current rent range

$2,567 – $5,394 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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542 5 AVENUE

Manhattan, NY, 10036

542 5 AVENUE is a mid-century 1931 building, 1 unit in Midtown West, NYC. Owned by NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES. Public records show 1 open violation on file.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$3,020/mo

1 BR

$3,150/mo

2 BR

$3,490/mo

3 BR

$4,350/mo

4 BR

$4,690/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

June

Most expensive

October

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Potential savings: ~10% by timing your move to June.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,567 – $3,473

34% belowArea: $4,600

1 BR

This building: $2,678 – $3,622

45% belowArea: $5,695

2 BR

This building: $2,967 – $4,013

62% belowArea: $9,100

3 BR

This building: $3,698 – $5,003

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $3,987 – $5,394

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$4,600

$4,600

1 Bed

$5,695

$5,695

2 Bed

$3,490

$8,975 – $9,225

3 Bed

$4,350

$3,698 – $5,003

4 Bed

$4,690

$3,987 – $5,394

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

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Rent trends.

Midtown West

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

Asking rent

$5,036

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

21%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

57 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

300

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

0 total

No complaints
0

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Portfolio of 498 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

498

buildings

4.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 498 total

See all 498 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1931Building constructed1 units · 3 floors
nowNYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICESOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 498 buildings.

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Crime & safety.

10036 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10036

Violent323

Property1,884

Quality-of-life2,184

Total incidents4,391

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About this area.

Midtown West · 10036

542 5 AVENUE · Manhattan · 40.625° N, -74.083° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby3 min

4 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

BROAD ST/GORDON STS74
0.1 mi3 min
BROAD ST/GORDON STS74S84
0.1 mi3 min
BROAD ST/CEDAR STS74
0.1 mi3 min
BROAD ST/TOMPKINS AVS74
0.2 mi3 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ged - P2g - ImpactGED/Alt
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 78Elementary
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 78Elementary
0.3 mi6 min
The Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Staten IslandSecondary
0.4 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Eden Ii - Little MiraclesElementary
0.3 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Midtown West

Hell's Kitchen has transformed from a rough-and-tumble neighborhood into a thriving, diverse community with excellent restaurant row, strong LGBTQ+ presence, and easy access to Midtown without Midtown prices.

2,565buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$5,695median 1BR

30,930population$102kmedian income92%renters

DiverseRestaurant RowLGBTQ+ FriendlyAccessibleUp-and-Coming

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Midtown West

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Midtown West· 0.58 mi Midtown· 0.72 mi Murray Hill

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1931

Floors3

Total units1

ClassZ1

BBL5005420009

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

1 units · 3 floors · class Z1

now

Current owner: NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Portfolio includes 498 buildings.

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $2,567 to $3,473 per month, with a median of $3,020.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $2,678 to $3,622 per month, with a median of $3,150.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $2,967 to $4,013 per month, with a median of $3,490.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $3,698 to $5,003 per month, with a median of $4,350.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 ranges from $3,987 to $5,394 per month, with a median of $4,690.
How does rent at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10036 zip code: studio rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 62% below the neighborhood median.
Is 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 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 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
Based on historical listing data, June tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to June could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
The registered owner of 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 is NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 a good landlord?
542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036, owned by NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, has an overall grade of A (5.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 has an overall grade of A with a score of 5.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Has 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
There are 7 schools near 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged - P2g - Impact (5 min walk), P.s. 78 (6 min walk), P.s. 78 (6 min walk), The Eagle Academy For Young Men Of Staten Island (7 min walk), Eden Ii - Little Miracles (7 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036?
542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BROAD ST/GORDON ST (S74), 0.13 mi away.
Is 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10036 zip code where 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 is located had 4,391 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 323 violent crimes, 1,884 property crimes, and 2,184 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10036 for full details.
When was 542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 built and how many units does it have?
542 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10036 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 1 total unit.

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