What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is approximately $2,800 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,300 to $1,600 per month, with a median of $1,450.

Is 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?

Yes, 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is rent stabilized with 40 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

The registered owner of 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is 55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by 55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.4/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 247 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.4 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

Yes, 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 247 housing violations and 554 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 13 amenities including Fios Available, Water, Hardwood Floors, Hot Water, Heat Included, Electric, Gas, Air Conditioning, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers laundry amenities: Laundry On-site.

What schools are near 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

There are 10 schools near 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 030 Hernandez/hughes (10 min walk), P.s. M079 - Horan School (10 min walk), P.s. 149 Sojourner Truth (12 min walk), Ged-P2g-Goso-Ahsep (12 min walk), Harlem Village Academy High School (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MADISON AV/E 121 ST (M1), 0.47 mi away.

Is 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10027 zip code where 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is located had 3,156 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 273 violent crimes, 1,246 property crimes, and 1,637 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10027 for full details.

When was 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1910, has 6 floors, contains 40 total units.

How energy efficient is 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an ENERGY STAR score of 76 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 70.4 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.

What do tenants say about living at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?

55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

55 WEST 129 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Harlem, NYC

Harlem · Manhattan, NY, 10027

Built 19106 floors40 unitsBBL 1017270006

Current rent range

$1,300 – $2,800 / mo

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

Leave a review

★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviews5WOwned by55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC3 bldgs

55 WEST 129 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10027

55 WEST 129 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 6 floors, 40 units in Harlem, NYC. Owned by 55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC. Public records show 266 open violations, 554 311 complaints, 10 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 40 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations247last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units40DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints554last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

2 BR

$2,800/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$1,450/mo

1 listing

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

November

Most expensive

June

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to November.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,000

2 BR

This building: $2,800 – $2,800

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $1,300 – $1,600

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

2 Bed1 listing

$2,800

$2,800

3 Bed1 listing

$1,450

$1,300 – $1,600

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Harlem

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

Asking rent

$2,589

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

asking, since ~'16

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

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

254 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

110

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3289

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

247 total

Door/Lock
57
Pest Infestation
40
Paint/Plaster
36
Smoke/CO Detector
20
Window/Guard
15

311Top Complaints

554 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
247
UNSANITARY CONDITION
57
Noise - Residential
48
DOOR/WINDOW
35
PLUMBING
33

DOBTop Filings

19 total

DOB Violations
19

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(26 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV SENT OUTAug 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4E, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 17, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT HOPPER CHUTE DOOR AT EAST WALL AT NORTH SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class CVIOLATION WILL BE REINSPECTEDJun 17, 2026
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT HOPPER CHUTE DOOR AT EAST WALL NORTH SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 17, 2026
§ 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTING PRIOR TO THE MAKING OF SAID ALTERATION ACOUSTIC DROP TILES AT CEILING THROUGHOUT AT NORTH SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJan 18, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st BATHROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 6C, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 247 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: Low income rent stabilized apartments that have many people who have lived here a long time. On site laundry. Cons: Dirty common areas, elevator goes out constantly, people smoke in the halls and trash the floors,…

negativeFeb 2025

Anonymous

Pros: Elevator always working which is great Laundry room is very convenient Cons: Holes in radiators need to be looked at regularly because of mice problems

mixedApr 2023

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

13 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

LAUNDRY

Laundry On-site

OTHER

Fios Available
Water
Hardwood Floors
Hot Water
Heat Included
Electric
Gas
Air Conditioning
Good Cause
Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsOFFICER: RICK HERMANMail: 560 WEST 180 STREET, New York, NY, 10033

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.4

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed40 units · 6 floors
now55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10027 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10027

Violent273

Property1,246

Quality-of-life1,637

Total incidents3,156

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About this area.

Harlem · 10027

55 WEST 129 STREET · Manhattan · 40.810° N, -73.943° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby10 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

MADISON AV/E 121 STM1
0.5 mi9 min
MALCOLM X BLVD/W 119 STM7M102
0.5 mi10 min
LEXINGTON AV/E 124 STM103M101
0.5 mi10 min
E 125 ST/LEXINGTON AVM125
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 030 Hernandez/hughesElementary
0.5 mi10 min
P.s. M079 - Horan SchoolSecondary
0.5 mi10 min
P.s. 149 Sojourner TruthK-8
0.6 mi12 min
Ged-P2g-Goso-AhsepGED/Alt
0.6 mi12 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Harlem Village Academy High SchoolCharter
0.2 mi5 min
Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter SchoolSecondary
0.3 mi5 min
Harlem Village Academy Charter Elementary SchoolCharter
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Fellowship Of Learning SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Ny Center For Child Development
0.2 mi3 min
Great Tomorrows Usa SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Harlem

West Harlem around 125th Street is the neighborhood's commercial and cultural spine — the Apollo Theater, Studio Museum, and a corridor of new development coexist with decades-old barbershops and West African restaurants. Columbia's Manhattanville campus expansion is reshaping the western edge.

3,588buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$2,000median 1BR

65,806population$63kmedian income87%renters

Cultural HubHistoricEvolvingDiverseTransit-Accessible

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Harlem

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

Floors6

Total units40

Rent-stab units40

ClassD1

BBL1017270006

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

40 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

40 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 12, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
HPDHIGHAug 12, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATH
311MEDIUMAug 8, 2026
ELECTRIC — LIGHTING
HPDHIGHJun 17, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
HPDLOWJun 17, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTIN
HPDMEDIUMJun 17, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT HOPPER CHUTE DOOR AT EAST WALL AT NORTH S
311MEDIUMJun 2, 2026
PLUMBING — TOILET
311MEDIUMJun 2, 2026
PLUMBING — BASIN/SINK
311MEDIUMJun 2, 2026
PLUMBING — BATHTUB/SHOWER
311MEDIUMJun 2, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is approximately $2,800 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 ranges from $1,300 to $1,600 per month, with a median of $1,450.
Is 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 rent stabilized?
Yes, 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is rent stabilized with 40 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
The registered owner of 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is 55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 a good landlord?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, owned by 55 W. 129TH ST. NYC LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.4/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 247 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.4 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
Yes, 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 247 housing violations and 554 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers 13 amenities including Fios Available, Water, Hardwood Floors, Hot Water, Heat Included, Electric, Gas, Air Conditioning, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 offers laundry amenities: Laundry On-site.
What schools are near 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
There are 10 schools near 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 030 Hernandez/hughes (10 min walk), P.s. M079 - Horan School (10 min walk), P.s. 149 Sojourner Truth (12 min walk), Ged-P2g-Goso-Ahsep (12 min walk), Harlem Village Academy High School (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MADISON AV/E 121 ST (M1), 0.47 mi away.
Is 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10027 zip code where 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 is located had 3,156 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 273 violent crimes, 1,246 property crimes, and 1,637 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10027 for full details.
When was 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 built and how many units does it have?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 was built in 1910, has 6 floors, contains 40 total units.
How energy efficient is 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 has an ENERGY STAR score of 76 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 70.4 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.
What do tenants say about living at 55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027?
55 WEST 129 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10027 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.

09 / 10

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