What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,500 per month.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $3,480 per month.

How does rent at 636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Yes, 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is rent stabilized with 16 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is JM GREEN REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by JM GREEN REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 349 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 349 housing violations and 257 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?

636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 allow pets?

636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 9 schools near 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 2 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 (7 min walk), P.s. 161 Pedro Albizu Campos (7 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 ST (M101, M100, M11), 0.41 mi away.

Is 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 23 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

636 WEST 138 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 19105 floors23 unitsBBL 1020860049

Current rent range

$2,500 – $3,480 / mo

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

Leave a review

★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviewsJGOwned byJM GREEN REALTY LLC3 bldgs

636 WEST 138 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

636 WEST 138 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 5 floors, 23 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by JM GREEN REALTY LLC. Public records show 355 open violations, 257 311 complaints, 6 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 16 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations349last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units23DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints257last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

2 BR

$2,500/mo

1 listing

4 BR

$3,480/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

March

Most expensive

May

JFMAMJJASOND

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

2 BR

This building: $2,500 – $2,500

34% belowArea: $3,775

4 BR

This building: $3,480 – $3,480

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

2 Bed1 listing

$3,775

$3,775

4 Bed1 listing

$3,480

$3,480

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

127 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

2663

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

349 total

Paint/Plaster
95
Pest Infestation
46
Water Leak
36
Roof/Ceiling
26
Smoke/CO Detector
24

311Top Complaints

257 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
42
PAINT/PLASTER
37
HEAT/HOT WATER
32
PLUMBING
23
WATER LEAK
23

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(15 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEMay 31, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEMay 31, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BNOV SENT OUTMay 31, 2026
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING, SOUTH WALL, AND WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BNOV SENT OUTMay 24, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 41, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class ANOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTMay 24, 2026
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10SQFT AT CEILING AND EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 349 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★

Unit 22 Pros: good location, decently well kept building Cons: not great response time when we had a pest control issue

mixedAug 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Buzzer works, stairs not too loud Cons: Pest control ongoing issue

negativeOct 2021

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Good Cause
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

JM GREEN REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: JASON GREENMail: 319 E 91 ST, NEW YORK, NY, 10128

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

1910Building constructed23 units · 5 floors
nowJM GREEN REALTY 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

636 WEST 138 STREET · Manhattan · 40.822° N, -73.955° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 STM101M100M11
0.4 mi8 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 STM11M100M101
0.4 mi9 min
BROADWAY/W 125 STM4
0.5 mi9 min
W 125 ST/BROADWAYM125
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Hamilton Grange Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 192 Jacob H. SchiffElementary
0.2 mi3 min
High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City CollegeHigh School
0.3 mi7 min
P.s. 161 Pedro Albizu CamposK-8
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Kipp Infinity Charter SchoolCharter
0.2 mi4 min
Kipp Star Harlem College Prep Elementary SchoolCharter
0.2 mi4 min
Kipp Infinity Charter SchoolK-12
0.2 mi4 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.9 mi18 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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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.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors5

Total units23

Rent-stab units23

ClassC1

BBL1020860049

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

23 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

16 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: JM GREEN REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 1, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJun 9, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMJun 9, 2026
PLUMBING — BASIN/SINK
311MEDIUMJun 9, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
HPDMEDIUMMay 31, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING, SOUTH WALL, AND WEST
HPDHIGHMay 31, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4, 1st STORY,
HPDHIGHMay 31, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4, 1st STOR
311MEDIUMMay 26, 2026
WATER LEAK — HEAVY FLOW
HPDHIGHMay 24, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SU
HPDMEDIUMMay 24, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $2,500 per month.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $3,480 per month.
How does rent at 636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Yes, 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is rent stabilized with 16 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is JM GREEN REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by JM GREEN REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 349 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 349 housing violations and 257 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 have?
636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 allow pets?
636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 9 schools near 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 2 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 (7 min walk), P.s. 161 Pedro Albizu Campos (7 min walk), Kipp Infinity Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 131 ST (M101, M100, M11), 0.41 mi away.
Is 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 636 WEST 138 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 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 23 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
636 WEST 138 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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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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