What is the rent for a studio at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median.

Is 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 26 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 26 housing violations and 222 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 1 amenities including Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 allow pets?

542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 10 schools near 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (1 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (3 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (5 min walk), P.s. 153 Adam Clayton Powell (6 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 145 ST/SAINT NICHOLAS AV (Bx19), 0.47 mi away.

Is 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 2015, has 7 floors, contains 34 total units.

How energy efficient is 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an ENERGY STAR score of 68 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 51.5 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

542 WEST 153 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 20157 floors34 unitsBBL 1020840056

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★3.33 reviews

Verified reviewsR1Owned byROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC3 bldgs

542 WEST 153 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

542 WEST 153 STREET is a new-construction 2015 building, 7 floors, 34 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC. Public records show 29 open violations, 222 311 complaints, 3 active litigation matters on file. Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations26last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews33.3 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age11 ybuilt 2015

311 complaints222last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

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: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

34% belowArea: $3,775

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,210

$1,879 – $2,542

2 Bed

$3,775

$3,775

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,635 – $3,565

4 Bed

$3,330

$2,831 – $3,829

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

149 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

2964

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

26 total

Paint/Plaster
7
Door/Lock
5
Roof/Ceiling
4
Water Leak
2
Window/Guard
2

311Top Complaints

222 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
75
Noise - Residential
53
Noise - Vehicle
19
Illegal Fireworks
9
Water System
7

DOBTop Filings

3 total

DOB Violations
3

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(8 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJan 27, 2026
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 101, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJan 27, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR NORTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 101, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class ANOV SENT OUTJan 27, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MECHANICAL VENT AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 101, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class ANOV SENT OUTJan 27, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 101, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONAug 27, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ILLEGAL FASTENING MAGNETIC LOCK AT BUILDING REAR ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

See all 26 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.3 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

33%

3★

67%

2★

1★

Pros: The building should be great. Big apartments, nice layout. Cons: The landlords do not maintain the building and it is falling into disrepair. They also don’t fix issues that are repeatedly brought to their attenti…

mixedAug 2025

Anonymous

Pros: - Passive House building so it's energy efficiency and quiet. - Spacious - New Appliances - Nice roof deck - Super is nice Cons: - Management takes forever to reply - Neighbor who smokes Advice to landlord: - Re…

positiveMar 2022

Anonymous

Pros: New building open layout Cons: Really noisy neighborhood. Dog crap everywhere

mixedJun 2021

Anonymous

View all 3 reviews

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

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Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMANAGER: SETH SCHOCHETMail: 135 EAST 57TH STREET, New York, NY, 10022

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

2015Building constructed34 units · 7 floors
nowROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, 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

542 WEST 153 STREET · Manhattan · 40.831° N, -73.945° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

W 145 ST/SAINT NICHOLAS AVBx19
0.5 mi9 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 145 STM3
0.5 mi10 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 147 STM10
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 144 STM3
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community LeadershipK-8
0.1 mi1 min
P.s. 028 Wright BrothersElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 153 Adam Clayton PowellElementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

New Heights Academy Charter SchoolSecondary
0.1 mi3 min
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem 2Charter
0.4 mi8 min
Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.4 mi9 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.1 mi3 min
Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Kids-Centric, Inc. Rena Day Care Cen
0.7 mi13 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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Neighborhood overview

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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.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built2015

Floors7

Total units34

ClassD1

BBL1020840056

201020202030

2015

Building constructed

34 units · 7 floors · class D1

now

Current owner: ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMay 4, 2026
WATER LEAK — DAMP SPOT
311MEDIUMApr 6, 2026
DOOR/WINDOW — DOOR
311MEDIUMFeb 19, 2026
Blocked Driveway — No Access
HPDLOWJan 27, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MECHANICAL VENT AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT
HPDLOWJan 27, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED
HPDMEDIUMJan 27, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR NORTH WALL IN THE KITC
HPDLOWJan 27, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT CEILING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
SAFETY — SPRINKLER
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
PLUMBING — TOILET
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
DOOR/WINDOW — WINDOW FRAME

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median.
Is 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by ROC-WEST 153RD STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 26 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 26 housing violations and 222 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 1 amenities including Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 allow pets?
542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 10 schools near 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (1 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (3 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (5 min walk), P.s. 153 Adam Clayton Powell (6 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 145 ST/SAINT NICHOLAS AV (Bx19), 0.47 mi away.
Is 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 542 WEST 153 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 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 2015, has 7 floors, contains 34 total units.
How energy efficient is 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an ENERGY STAR score of 68 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 51.5 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
542 WEST 153 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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