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1-bedroom apartment for rent in Harlem

151 W 118th St Apt C, Harlem (South), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10026

$3,500/mo
Rent per month · in USD · Price history
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Harlem, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $3,500/mo. Built in 1920.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Available for the first time in over a decade, this completely updated and modern oversized one-bedroom is a rare opportunity to live on a landmarked block in a top-floor, floor-through apartment with open sky, city, and treetop views. Southwest and north-facing windows fill the home with exceptional natural light, while soaring ceilings create an open and airy feel throughout. Thoughtfully laid out, the apartment offers a clear separation between the spacious living and kitchen area facing West 118th Street and the bedroom and bathroom at the northern end of the apartment allow for privacy. The living room offers plenty of room for a dining table and full sized sofa. SIX generous closets-three in the entryway and three in the bedroom provide an exceptional amount of storage throughout. Excellent transportation located just around the corner including the 2/3/A/C/B trains. Central Park is located directly south on 110th Street as well as Marcus Garvey Park and Richard Rodgers Amphitheater on 120th Street. Trader Joes and Whole Foods less than 10 minutes away on 125th. Apartment Amenities: Washer dryer in unt Six generous closets Bosch dishwasher Central air conditioning and heat Modern bathroom light fixture Bathroom medicine cabinet storage Full-size stainless steel appliances Gas range and built in microwave Hardwood floors Hot water is included Trader Joes and Whole Foods Central Park and Mount Morris Park 2/3/A/C/B trains around the corner M2/M10 buses Please email to schedule a showing.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 65/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 12 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details14/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 251 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy9/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Problem: Differs from city records (built 1887, 3 homes)2/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$7,020

First month $3,500, a one-month deposit $3,500 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Price history

High $3,500/moAsking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$3,500/mo
Oct 15, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$3,500/mo

From the listing sites’ own records and what Roofy has seen since. Newest first.

Compared with the area

Asks $3,500/mo, about the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in Harlem (South).

Median here
$3,500/mo
15 listings, last 90 days

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Harlem (South)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 116 St2 34 min walk
  • 116 StC B6 min walk
  • 125 St2 39 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 3

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

3 units · 4 floors · built 1887

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

151 West 118 Street · BBL 1-01903-0007 · built 1887 · 3 units

Roofy building score 70/100 · Mostly fineAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
2 (A 0 · B 2 · C 0)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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