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2-bedroom apartment for rent in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square

96 5th Ave Apt 3C, Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10011

$8,700/mo
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Rent $8,700/mo.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this stunning two-bedroom apartment, thoughtfully designed to offer both style and functionality. With hardwood floors throughout, this home exudes warmth and elegance in every room. The modern kitchen is equipped with custom cabinets and generous counter space, ideal for cooking and entertaining. The living area is expansive, providing ample room to relax, host gatherings, or set up a home office. Both bedrooms comfortably fit queen-sized beds and feature plenty of closet space to keep you organized. The renovated bathroom includes a sleek shower/tub combo for your convenience. Pets are welcome on a case-by-case basis. At Real New York, were redefining the moving experience with a team of experts who truly understand the NYC market. With over 1,000 exclusive listings and access to 100% of available apartments, were committed to helping you find your perfect homewhether in a full-service building or a charming walk-up. Fees includes $20 application Fee, 1 months rent, and 1 month security deposit.

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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

  • Photos21/25
    • Some points: Only 6 photos (8 or more for full points)11/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details12/20
    • 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
    • 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 166 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • 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 1962, 223 homes)4/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 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$17,420

First month $8,700, a one-month deposit $8,700 (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 $8,700/mo, 9% below the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square.

Median here
$9,593/mo
53 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$8,698–$11,113
The middle half of listings

Priced in line with 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 Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 6 AvL5 min walk
  • 14th Street (PATH)HOB-33 JSQ-33 JSQ-33 via HOB WTC-335 min walk
  • 14 St-Union Sq4 5 6 L N Q R W5 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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

The building

223 units · 18 floors · built 1962 · 8 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

96 5 Avenue · BBL 1-00816-0042 · built 1962 · 223 units

Roofy building score 95/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
1 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
6
Rent stabilization
Had 95 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

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.