What is the rent for a studio at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,083 to $2,818 per month, with a median of $2,450.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,338 to $3,162 per month, with a median of $2,750.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,916 to $3,944 per month, with a median of $3,430.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $3,137 to $4,244 per month, with a median of $3,690.

How does rent at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: studio rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 42% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 57% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 59% below the neighborhood median.

Is 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Rent at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has increased by 448% since 2018-02, going from $1,550 to $8,495 as of 2026-01. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,495 in 2020-10 before recovering.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

The registered owner of 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is SANIKOLAUS, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?

96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by SANIKOLAUS, LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 1 recorded violation. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 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 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

Yes, 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 1 housing violation and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 21 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

There are 10 schools near 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 015 Roberto Clemente (2 min walk), Earth School (3 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (3 min walk), Tompkins Square Middle School (3 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AVENUE D/E 4 ST (M14D-SBS), 0.18 mi away.

Is 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10009 zip code where 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.

When was 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?

96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1900, has 4 floors, contains 7 total units, 6 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?

96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

96 AVENUE C — Rent Intelligence for East Village, NYC

East Village · Manhattan, NY, 10009

Built 19004 floors7 unitsBBL 1003760004

Current rent range

$2,023 – $4,244 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsSLOwned bySANIKOLAUS, LLC3 bldgs

96 AVENUE C

Manhattan, NY, 10009

96 AVENUE C is a prewar 1900 building, 7 units in East Village, NYC. Owned by SANIKOLAUS, LLC. Public records show 22 open violations, 19 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations1last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age126 ybuilt 1900

311 complaints19last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · February 2026

Studio

$2,380/mo

1 BR

$2,450/mo

2 BR

$2,750/mo

3 BR

$3,430/mo

4 BR

$3,690/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

January

Most expensive

May

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~9% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,023 – $2,737

32% belowArea: $3,495

1 BR

This building: $2,083 – $2,818

42% belowArea: $4,200

2 BR

This building: $2,338 – $3,162

45% belowArea: $5,000

3 BR

This building: $2,916 – $3,944

57% belowArea: $7,895

4 BR

This building: $3,137 – $4,244

59% belowArea: $8,995

Units Historic Rent 4 listings

Studio$1,5501 listing

1 Bed$2,4951 listing

2 Bed$4,9951 listing

3 Bed$8,4951 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,380

$2,995 – $4,000

1 Bed

$2,450

$3,995 – $5,039

2 Bed

$5,000

$5,000

3 Bed

$7,895

$7,895

4 Bed

$3,690

$8,849 – $8,995

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

East Village

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

Asking rent

$5,163

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

33%

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

174 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

2850

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

02 / 10

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

1 total

Pest Infestation
1

311Top Complaints

19 total

Noise - Commercial
9
Noise - Residential
5
Missed Collection
2
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
1
Illegal Parking
1

DOBTop Filings

21 total

DOB Violations
21

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 1, 2021
(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.

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02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Good location and neighbors are nice Cons: Owner doesn’t always respond unless super urgent. And he takes 20 years to respond to lease questions unless it concerns him getting money.

positiveOct 2025

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

SANIKOLAUS, LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: PERSELLA IOANNIDESMail: 236 WEST 26TH STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10001

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

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1900Building constructed7 units · 4 floors
nowSANIKOLAUS, LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10009 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10009

Violent148

Property838

Quality-of-life1,109

Total incidents2,095

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About this area.

East Village · 10009

96 AVENUE C · Manhattan · 40.724° N, -73.979° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AVENUE D/E 4 STM14D-SBS
0.2 mi4 min
AVENUE C/E 3 STM9
0.2 mi4 min
EAST HOUSTON ST/AV CM21M9
0.2 mi5 min
AVENUE D/EAST HOUSTON STM14D-SBS
0.2 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 015 Roberto ClementeElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Earth SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 064 Robert SimonElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Tompkins Square Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.8 mi16 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

New Amsterdam SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Connelly Ctr Education/holy Child MsElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Keswell SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min

The neighborhood

East Village

Alphabet City — Avenues A through D — is the East Village's grittier, more residential sibling. Community gardens dot the blocks, Tompkins Square Park anchors the social scene, and the Dominican and Puerto Rican roots run deep alongside newer craft cocktail spots.

3,621buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$4,200median 1BR

58,418population$83kmedian income90%renters

Community GardensDiverseGrittyNightlifeArtsy

Explore East Village

Neighborhood overview

East Village→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10009

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in East Village

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Gramercy Park· 0.67 mi Lower East Side· 0.69 mi Midtown East· 0.72 mi Tribeca· 0.74 mi SoHo· 0.85 mi

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06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1900

Floors4

Total units7

ClassD6

BBL1003760004

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1900

Building constructed

7 units · 4 floors · class D6

now

Current owner: SANIKOLAUS, LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMar 6, 2026
Abandoned Vehicle — With License Plate
311MEDIUMMay 16, 2025
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 25, 2025
Noise - Commercial — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMMar 22, 2025
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 18, 2025
Noise - Commercial — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 18, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMDec 7, 2024
Noise - Commercial — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMJul 14, 2024
Missed Collection — Recycling - Metal/Glass/Rigid Plastic
311MEDIUMJul 13, 2024
Missed Collection — Recycling - Metal/Glass/Rigid Plastic
311MEDIUMMay 10, 2024
Noise - Commercial — Loud Talking

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,083 to $2,818 per month, with a median of $2,450.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,338 to $3,162 per month, with a median of $2,750.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $2,916 to $3,944 per month, with a median of $3,430.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 ranges from $3,137 to $4,244 per month, with a median of $3,690.
How does rent at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10009 zip code: studio rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 42% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 57% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 59% below the neighborhood median.
Is 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Rent at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has increased by 448% since 2018-02, going from $1,550 to $8,495 as of 2026-01. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,495 in 2020-10 before recovering.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 9% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
The registered owner of 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is SANIKOLAUS, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 a good landlord?
96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, owned by SANIKOLAUS, LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 1 recorded violation. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 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 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
Yes, 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 1 housing violation and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 21 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
There are 10 schools near 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 015 Roberto Clemente (2 min walk), Earth School (3 min walk), P.s. 064 Robert Simon (3 min walk), Tompkins Square Middle School (3 min walk), Manhattan Charter School (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AVENUE D/E 4 ST (M14D-SBS), 0.18 mi away.
Is 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10009 zip code where 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 is located had 2,095 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 148 violent crimes, 838 property crimes, and 1,109 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10009 for full details.
When was 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 built and how many units does it have?
96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 was built in 1900, has 4 floors, contains 7 total units, 6 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009?
96 AVENUE C, Manhattan, NY, 10009 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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09 / 10

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