What is the rent for a studio at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is approximately $5,183 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 ranges from $5,457 to $5,637 per month, with a median of $5,637.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is approximately $8,256 per month.

How does rent at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10018 zip code: studio rents are about 9% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 31% above the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 31% below the neighborhood median.

Is 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Rent at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has increased by 0% since 2016-02, going from $5,695 to $5,711 as of 2025-05.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

The registered owner of 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is VBG 990 AOA LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 a good landlord?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018, owned by VBG 990 AOA LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 16 recorded violations. Tenants have left 18 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Yes, 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has 16 housing violations and 24 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Are there eviction filings at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018. The most recent was in May 2024. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 have?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 offers 3 amenities including Pet Friendly, Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 allow pets?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 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 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

There are 10 schools near 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged P2g-Alt Ed Complex Hub - Ahsep (6 min walk), Ged-P2g-Altert Ed Complex-Ahsep (6 min walk), Satellite Academy High School (7 min walk), Repertory Company High School For Theatre Arts (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MADISON AV/E 29 ST (X37, QM63, QM68, QM64), 0.45 mi away.

Is 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10018 zip code where 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is located had 4,841 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 254 violent crimes, 2,346 property crimes, and 2,241 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10018 for full details.

When was 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 built and how many units does it have?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 was built in 1986, has 24 floors, contains 395 total units, 380 of which are residential.

How energy efficient is 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has an ENERGY STAR score of 42 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 102.3 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER — Rent Intelligence for Midtown, NYC

Midtown · Manhattan, NY, 10018

Built 198624 floors395 unitsBBL 1008380001

Current rent range

$5,183 – $8,256 / mo

3 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★3.718 reviews

Verified reviewsV9Owned byVBG 990 AOA LLC2 bldgs

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER

Manhattan, NY, 10018

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER is a late-20th-century 1986 building, 24 floors, 395 units in Midtown, NYC. Owned by VBG 990 AOA LLC. Public records show 148 open violations, 24 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Tenant-impact history includes 1 eviction. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 18 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations16last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed1last 7 years

Tenant reviews183.7 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age40 ybuilt 1986

311 complaints24last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$5,183/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$5,637/mo

2 listings

2 BR

$8,256/mo

1 listing

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

January

Most expensive

October

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $5,183 – $5,183

9% aboveArea: $4,740

1 BR

This building: $5,457 – $5,637

31% aboveArea: $4,302

2 BR

This building: $8,256 – $8,256

31% belowArea: $12,048

Units Historic Rent 3 listings

Studio$4,1753 listings

1 Bed$5,6752 listings

2 Bed$8,0502 listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio1 listing

$5,183

$4,660 – $5,270

1 Bed2 listings

$4,302

$4,302

2 Bed1 listing

$8,256

$9,871 – $14,224

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

337 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

208

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1479

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

16 total

Heat/Hot Water
5
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Water Leak
2
Pest Infestation
2
Electrical
1

311Top Complaints

24 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
10
UNSANITARY CONDITION
7
PLUMBING
3
APPLIANCE
2
ELECTRIC
2

DOBTop Filings

132 total

DOB Violations
132

EvictionsEvictions

1 filed

Evictions filed
1

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 29, 2026
(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.
Class CNOV SENT OUTMar 9, 2026
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1114, 11th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CNOT COMPLIED WITHMar 21, 2024
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1114, 11th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 9, 2022
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 809, 8th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 9, 2022
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 809, 8th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 16 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.7 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

18 reviews

5★

22%

4★

44%

3★

17%

2★

11%

1★

Unit 501 Pros: Responsive staff, clean building Cons: There was construction when I initially rented and it was very loud but now it's done

positiveOct 2025

Anonymous

Pros: I had an apartment facing South (36th st) tucked into the short end of this L shaped building on the 17th floor. The soundproof windows were great, no pests, no complaints Cons: The water was GROSS. It has so many…

positiveSep 2025

Anonymous

Pros: Full service building with updated units, in-unit laundry and good space for each bedroom without being flex units. Cons: Neighborhood is loud so anything on the lower floors is quite noisy. Above 15 is probably m…

positiveAug 2025

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Has Evictions
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

VBG 990 AOA LLC

Portfolio of 2 buildingsDIRECTOR: Frank ScaffaMail: 292 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10017

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.4

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 2 total

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A990 6 AVENUEManhattan10.0 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1986Building constructed395 units · 24 floors
nowVBG 990 AOA LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10018 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10018

Violent254

Property2,346

Quality-of-life2,241

Total incidents4,841

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About this area.

Midtown · 10018

980 AVENUE OF THE AMER · Manhattan · 40.751° N, -73.987° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby6 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

MADISON AV/E 29 STX37QM63QM68QM64
0.4 mi9 min
5 AV/W 28 STM1M2M55M3
0.5 mi9 min
MADISON AV/E 29 STBxM4BxM3BxM11BxM18
0.5 mi9 min
MADISON AV/E 28 STM1BM2M3BM4
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ged P2g-Alt Ed Complex Hub - AhsepGED/Alt
0.3 mi6 min
Ged-P2g-Altert Ed Complex-AhsepGED/Alt
0.3 mi6 min
Satellite Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi7 min
Repertory Company High School For Theatre ArtsHigh School
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx)Charter
0.4 mi9 min
Success Academy Charter High School Of The Liberal ArtsCharter
0.4 mi9 min
Success Academy Charter School - Hudson YardsElementary
0.7 mi15 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Winchendon School-NycHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Birch Family Services, Inc
0.4 mi7 min
Sage Alliance Ny
0.5 mi10 min

The neighborhood

Midtown

The Garment District and Penn Station area is Midtown at its most functional — not charming, but incredibly connected. Madison Square Garden, Macy's Herald Square, and every commuter rail line in the region converge here.

1,208buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$4,302median 1BR

8,659population$149kmedian income88%renters

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Neighborhood overview

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See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Midtown

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 built1986

Floors24

Total units395

ClassD6

BBL1008380001

198019902000201020202030

1986

Building constructed

395 units · 24 floors · class D6

now

Current owner: VBG 990 AOA LLC

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWApr 29, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
HPDHIGHMar 9, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1114, 11th STORY, 1st APART
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
APPLIANCE — REFRIGERATOR
311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
PLUMBING — BASIN/SINK
311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
PLUMBING — BATHTUB/SHOWER
311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
ELECTRIC — POWER OUTAGE
311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
ELECTRIC — NO LIGHTING
EvictionHIGHMay 23, 2024
Eviction Executed — Apt 2120 — Possession

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is approximately $5,183 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 ranges from $5,457 to $5,637 per month, with a median of $5,637.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is approximately $8,256 per month.
How does rent at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10018 zip code: studio rents are about 9% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 31% above the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 31% below the neighborhood median.
Is 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Rent at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has increased by 0% since 2016-02, going from $5,695 to $5,711 as of 2025-05.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
The registered owner of 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is VBG 990 AOA LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 a good landlord?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018, owned by VBG 990 AOA LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 16 recorded violations. Tenants have left 18 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Yes, 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has 16 housing violations and 24 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Are there eviction filings at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018. The most recent was in May 2024. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 have?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 offers 3 amenities including Pet Friendly, Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 allow pets?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 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 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
There are 10 schools near 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged P2g-Alt Ed Complex Hub - Ahsep (6 min walk), Ged-P2g-Altert Ed Complex-Ahsep (6 min walk), Satellite Academy High School (7 min walk), Repertory Company High School For Theatre Arts (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MADISON AV/E 29 ST (X37, QM63, QM68, QM64), 0.45 mi away.
Is 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10018 zip code where 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 is located had 4,841 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 254 violent crimes, 2,346 property crimes, and 2,241 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10018 for full details.
When was 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 built and how many units does it have?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 was built in 1986, has 24 floors, contains 395 total units, 380 of which are residential.
How energy efficient is 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has an ENERGY STAR score of 42 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 102.3 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018?
980 AVENUE OF THE AMER, Manhattan, NY, 10018 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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