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1-bedroom apartment for rent in Morningside Heights

530 W 123rd St Apt B1, Morningside Heights, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10027

$2,599/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Bedrooms
1: 1+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 10027
Bathrooms
1: Homes with 1+ bathroom for rent in ZIP 10027
Size
—
Type
Apartment: Apartments for rent in ZIP 10027
Available
Now
Year built
1901: Building details

About this home

Apartment for rent in Morningside Heights, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $2,599/mo. Built in 1901.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to your delightful retreat at 530 West 123rd Street, B1! This charming pre-war unit blends classic elegance with modern comfort, offering a truly inviting living space. Step into an expansive residence featuring one cozy bedroom and a stylishly appointed bathroom. The unit boasts high ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors that create an airy and spacious feel, complemented by generous natural light streaming in through large windows. Nestled in a quaint, tree-lined walkup building, it perfectly marries comfort with accessibility, making it a delightful place to call home. Though this building retains a cozy, tranquil vibe, it is ideally situated close the city's vibrant pulse. You'll have convenient access to the 1, A, B, C, and D subway lines, making exploration and commuting a breeze. Immerse yourself in the thriving local culture with nearby cafes, unique shops, and beautiful parks. This location offers easy access to an array of educational institutions, enriching your living experience with nearby academic hubs and cultural landmarks. Associated up-front costs include: $20/person application fee First Month's Rent One Month Security Deposit

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 63/100 · 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

  • Photos18/25
    • Some points: Only 4 photos (8 or more for full points)8/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details10/20
    • 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
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 183 words3/3
  • True cost13/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • Some points: Priced 26% below similar homes in its ZIP code5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1901, 11 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 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$5,218

First month $2,599, a one-month deposit $2,599 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Work out your move-in costWho pays the broker fee? (FARE Act)

Compared with the area

Asks $2,599/mo, 26% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in 10027.

Median here
$3,500/mo
26 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$2,900–$3,995
The middle half of listings

Priced below most similar homes here.

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 10027

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 125 St17 min walk
  • 125 StA C B D9 min walk
  • 116 St-Columbia University19 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 5

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

The building

11 units · 5 floors · built 1901 · 1 more home listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

530 West 123 Street · BBL 1-01977-0048 · built 1901 · 11 units

Roofy building score 3/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
25 (A 0 · B 5 · C 19)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
38
Rent stabilization
Had 3 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

19 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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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