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2-bedroom apartment for rent in Harlem

235 W 139th St Unit 1390019P, Harlem (North), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10030

$9,630/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
1,991 ft² (185 m²)
Available
Now
Year built
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Harlem, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1,991 ft². Rent $9,630/mo.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

The advertised rate of $9,630/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of May 15, 2027. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be higher if billed in multiple payments. Feel at home in this newly gut-renovated 2000 sq ft garden-level duplex townhouse on Harlem's unique Strivers Row. This home offers a perfect blend of modern design and rustic charm, providing a comfortable and flexible stay for families, couples, or groups of friends. This apartment features two private bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a queen-size bed. Additionally, there are two queen-size pull-out couches with privacy doors, ensuring ample sleeping arrangements. The well-appointed eat-in kitchen is equipped for any chef, including a full-size refrigerator, four-burner cooktop with griddle, full-size oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, and dishes and cutlery for eight. This home is kid-friendly, featuring a crib upon request, children's books, toys, and games. Pets are allowed with a maximum of one pet. Events are not allowed. Experience New York City history in one of Harlem's most beautiful and iconic neighborhoods. Strivers' Row is a landmark block lined with elegant late-19th-century brownstones, known for their rich architecture, quiet tree-lined streets, and deep cultural roots. You'll be staying on one of Harlem's most photographed and beloved streets - a peaceful, welcoming enclave just minutes from the Apollo Theater, Abyssinian Baptist Church, and countless cafes, restaurants, and jazz lounges along Adam Clayton Powell and Frederick Douglass Boulevards. Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 8 AM. Smoking is not permitted. No additional guests are allowed unless explicitly approved by the host. High-speed Wi-Fi and a dedicated work area make this a perfect apartment for a work trip.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 65/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 19 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details16/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Full points: Move-in date stated2/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 349 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy11/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Some points: Partly checked against city records (built 1920, 1 home)4/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • No points: No active license found for the agent0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$19,280

First month $9,630, a one-month deposit $9,630 (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

Compared with the area

Asks $9,630/mo, 176% above the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Harlem (North).

Median here
$3,490/mo
15 listings, last 90 days

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More about Harlem (North)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 135 StC B6 min walk
  • 135 St2 38 min walk
  • 145 St310 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 5

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

The building

1 unit · 4 floors · built 1920

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

235 West 139 Street · BBL 1-02025-0015 · built 1920 · 1 units

Roofy building score 3/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
One-family home
Open HPD violations
31 (A 10 · B 5 · C 4)
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

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

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