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1-bedroom apartment for rent in Harlem
261 W 126th St #1R, Harlem (North), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10027
Zillow rent estimate: $3,102/mo
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About this home
Apartment for rent in Harlem, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $0/mo. 1 month free. Net effective rent $2,554/mo.
From the original listing · ZillowShowHide
Live in the heart of West Harlem, directly behind the iconic Apollo Theater! This bright and inviting 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers modern conveniences and an unbeatable location.
Apartment features include: Stainless steel appliances Dishwasher In-unit washer and dryer Spacious living area with room to relax and entertain
Conveniently located near the A, B, C, D, 2, and 3 subway lines, providing easy access throughout Manhattan and beyond. Enjoy being moments from the vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment options along 125th Street. Fee Disclosure: $20 per applicant for credit check
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Roofy listing score
Grade C, 61/100 · Fairly complete
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Photos15/25
- Some points: Only 6 photos (8 or more for full points)11/15
- Some points: Some photos are small (about 600 px)4/10
Details10/20
- No points: No price0/3
- Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
- Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
- No points: No size0/2
- Full points: Move-in date stated2/2
- No points: No lease length0/1
- No points: No pet policy0/1
- Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
- No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
- No points: No amenities listed0/2
- Full points: Description of 92 words3/3
True cost12/15
- Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
- Cannot check yet: Not enough similar homes nearby to compare the price4/7
Accuracy14/15
- Full points: 2 sites agree on the price, bedrooms and size6/6
- Some points: Partly checked against city records (built 1910, 3 homes)4/5
- Full points: Confirmed on its source site today4/4
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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Fees and terms
- Free rent
- 1 month
- Net effective rent
- $2,554/mo
As shown on the original listing. Confirm every fee with the agent before you pay.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 2026Price changed · Zillow | Price changed · Zillow | — |
| Nov 1, 2026Removed · Zillow | Removed · Zillow | $2,750/mo |
| Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via StreetEasy) | First seen on Roofy (via StreetEasy) | $2,750/mo |
| Oct 28, 2026Listed for rent · Zillow | Listed for rent · Zillow | $2,750/mo |
| Oct 31, 2023Removed · Zillow | Removed · Zillow | — |
| Oct 6, 2023Price changed · Zillow | Price changed · Zillow | $2,500/mo |
| Sep 6, 2023Price changed · Zillow | Price changed · Zillow | $2,700/mo |
| Aug 31, 2023Listed for rent · Zillow | Listed for rent · Zillow | $2,400/mo |
| Aug 29, 2022Removed · Zillow | Removed · Zillow | — |
| Jul 22, 2022Listed for rent · Zillow | Listed for rent · Zillow | $2,300/mo |
| Jul 14, 2020Removed · Zillow | Removed · Zillow | $1,700/mo |
| Jul 12, 2020Price changed · Zillow | Price changed · Zillow | $1,700/mo |
| Jul 10, 2020Listed for rent · Zillow | Listed for rent · Zillow | $1,800/mo |
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Location
- NeighborhoodHarlem (North)Housing records and complaints
- BoroughManhattanHousing records
- ZIP codeZIP 10027Buildings and sales
- ListingsHomes for rent in 1002796 homes for rent
- ListingsHarlem (North)Homes for rent
- ListingsManhattanHomes for rent
- CityNew YorkHomes for rent
Nearby transit
- 125 StA C B D3 min walk
- 125 St2 38 min walk
- 116 StC B12 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 5
- P.S. 154 Harriet Tubmanelementary, grades PK-580 m
- Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter Schoolk-12, grades K-12240 m
- Teachers College Community Schoolk-8, grades PK-8350 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
3 units · 3 floors · built 1910
Building record (NYC)
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)261 West 126 Street · BBL 1-01932-0008 · built 1910 · 3 units
- Building type
- Office building
- Open HPD violations
- None
- 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.
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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Zillow Nov 2, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.