What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $2,970 to $3,295 per month, with a median of $3,132.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $3,495 to $3,995 per month, with a median of $3,745.

How does rent at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10022 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 67% above the neighborhood median.

Is 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 rent stabilized?

Yes, 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is rent stabilized with 2 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to December could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

The registered owner of 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is 251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 a good landlord?

985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022, owned by 251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 30 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Yes, 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 30 housing violations and 54 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 have?

985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.

What schools are near 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

There are 7 schools near 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Art And Design High School (4 min walk), Art And Design High School (4 min walk), P.s. 059 Beekman Hill International (4 min walk), East Side Elementary School, Ps 267 (11 min walk), American University Of Beirut (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 49 ST/1 AV (M50), 0.23 mi away.

Is 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10022 zip code where 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is located had 1,167 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 78 violent crimes, 603 property crimes, and 486 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10022 for full details.

When was 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 built and how many units does it have?

985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 17 total units, 16 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

985 2 AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Midtown East, NYC

Midtown East · Manhattan, NY, 10022

Built 19205 floors17 unitsBBL 1013260021

Current rent range

$2,970 – $3,995 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

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985 2 AVENUE

Manhattan, NY, 10022

985 2 AVENUE is a prewar 1920 building, 5 floors, 17 units in Midtown East, NYC. Owned by 251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P. Public records show 40 open violations, 54 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 2 units (registered 2022). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations30last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units17DHCR records

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints54last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

1 BR

$3,132/mo

16 listings

2 BR

$3,745/mo

11 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

December

Most expensive

November

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

1 BR

This building: $2,970 – $3,295

67% aboveArea: $1,875

2 BR

This building: $3,495 – $3,995

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed16 listings

$3,132

$1,813 – $1,938

2 Bed11 listings

$3,745

$3,495 – $3,995

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Midtown East

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

Asking rent

$5,023

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

23%

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

197 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

139

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1032

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

30 total

Door/Lock
8
Roof/Ceiling
4
Water Leak
4
Paint/Plaster
3
Heat/Hot Water
3

311Top Complaints

54 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
25
DOOR/WINDOW
8
PLUMBING
6
GENERAL
3
UNSANITARY CONDITION
2

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(6 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 29, 2025
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTOct 29, 2025
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTOct 29, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BELL BUZZER INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM THE BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR TO THE PANEL AT NORTH WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 2B, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 29, 2025
§ 27-2028, 2032 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FROM AN APPROVED CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM, OR AN APPROVED SYSTEM OF GAS OR ELECTRICAL HEATING IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION FOR THE DWELLING UNIT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDOct 29, 2025
§ 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 VESTBULE DOOR. , 1st STORY

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Unit 2B Pros: The neighborhood is lovely and a convenient location to subway stations. Beautiful tall windows in every room let in a lot of light. Cons: Extremely outdated kitchens. Lack of electrical plugs and managem…

mixedOct 2025

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher

OTHER

Fios Available

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P

Portfolio of 3 buildingsVICE PRESIDENT: VLADY SHEYNINMail: 13949 VENTURA BLVD, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91423

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

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buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1920Building constructed17 units · 5 floors
now251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L POwner 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.

10022 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10022

Violent78

Property603

Quality-of-life486

Total incidents1,167

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About this area.

Midtown East · 10022

985 2 AVENUE · Manhattan · 40.757° N, -73.969° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

4 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

E 49 ST/1 AVM50
0.2 mi5 min
E 49 ST/1 AVM50
0.2 mi5 min
1 AV/MITCHELL PLM15-SBSM15
0.2 mi5 min
2 AV/E 46 STM15
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Art And Design High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Art And Design High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 059 Beekman Hill InternationalElementary
0.2 mi4 min
East Side Elementary School, Ps 267Elementary
0.6 mi11 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

American University Of BeirutCollege
0.1 mi2 min
Beekman SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Children's AcademyElementary
0.1 mi3 min

The neighborhood

Midtown East

Sutton Place and the eastern Midtown corridor offer a quieter, more residential alternative to the Midtown bustle just blocks away. The East River promenade, elegant townhouses, and proximity to the U.N. give it a diplomatic, polished character.

4,579buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$1,875median 1BR

33,586population$161kmedian income51%renters

QuietPolishedResidentialWaterfront ViewsUpscale

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10022

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

Rent trends in Midtown East

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Upper East Side· 0.32 mi Murray Hill· 0.5 mi Midtown East· 0.82 mi Midtown West· 1.16 mi Midtown West· 1.19 mi

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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 built1920

Floors5

Total units17

Rent-stab units17

ClassC7

BBL1013260021

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

17 units · 5 floors · class C7

2022

Rent stabilization on file

2 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJul 27, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJul 27, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMMar 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 2, 2026
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMJan 8, 2026
DOOR/WINDOW — DOOR
311MEDIUMDec 17, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 15, 2025
DOOR/WINDOW — DOOR
311MEDIUMNov 15, 2025
PLUMBING — RADIATOR
311MEDIUMNov 15, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDMEDIUMOct 29, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE BATHROO

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $2,970 to $3,295 per month, with a median of $3,132.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $3,495 to $3,995 per month, with a median of $3,745.
How does rent at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10022 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 67% above the neighborhood median.
Is 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 rent stabilized?
Yes, 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is rent stabilized with 2 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to December could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
The registered owner of 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is 251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 a good landlord?
985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022, owned by 251 E 52 ASSOCIATES L P, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 30 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Yes, 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 30 housing violations and 54 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 have?
985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.
What schools are near 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
There are 7 schools near 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Art And Design High School (4 min walk), Art And Design High School (4 min walk), P.s. 059 Beekman Hill International (4 min walk), East Side Elementary School, Ps 267 (11 min walk), American University Of Beirut (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 49 ST/1 AV (M50), 0.23 mi away.
Is 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10022 zip code where 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is located had 1,167 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 78 violent crimes, 603 property crimes, and 486 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10022 for full details.
When was 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 built and how many units does it have?
985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 17 total units, 16 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
985 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 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

2022

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

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